Construction firm continues to fund wishes in critical care

More patients in critical care will have their last wishes come true thanks to donations from Kent-based construction firm, Bauvill.

Over the last year Bauvill kindly raised £11,000 for the East Kent Hospitals Charity, with funds going directly to the 3 Wishes Project, a project which aims to bring comfort to patients who die in critical care by granting ‘wishes’ to patients at the end of their life. 

Natalie Daly, ward manager for critical care said: “We are so grateful for Bauvill’s continued support for the 3 Wishes Project. So far, we have granted 150 ‘wishes’ which range from taking patients in to our garden, providing movie nights, bringing a family pet in to visit, or providing transport to bring people together for those important last hours.”

Bobbie Obbard, ward manager for critical care said: “The 3 wishes project also has a positive effect on staff, as they feel like they can make a difference in a sad situation.” 

Matt Gurr, Managing Director at Bauvill said: “We are very pleased to continue supporting East Kent Hospitals Charity as one of our nominated charities this year. We have partnered with East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust for a long time now, working alongside clinical teams as we deliver key infrastructure projects where we have witnessed first-hand the selfless care they provide to patients.

“We raised £11,000 this year through a series of fundraiser events such as our annual Charity Gala Ball held at Gillingham Football Club, and our successful Golf Day at Ashford Golf Course. We’ve also received generous donations from our supply chain and members of staff.

“Being able to support such an impactful project and a fantastic local charity is a real privilege. It doesn’t take much for us to help, but we like to think our contributions have a positive impact on patients, their families, and even staff members.

“We look forward to raising money for the charity again this year, and we encourage others to get involved as it really does make a difference.”

Dee Neligan, head of the East Kent Hospitals Charity said: “We are thrilled to be chosen as one of Bauvill’s charity of the year for the third year running. Over the years they have raised an incredible £40,000 for us, with all funds going directly to the 3 Wishes Project, as they requested.

“It’s a fantastic project to be able to fund, and the donations from Bauvill will ensure many more patients can benefit from having their ‘wishes’ granted in critical care. Thank you Bauvill!”