Paul doubles down on hospice support

A supporter of Treetops Hospice is upping his contribution to help fund a service that sees nurses provide end-of-life care in people’s homes.

Paul Wilcox, of Breaston, affectionately known as ‘Pushbike Paul’, has supported the Risley-based charity since 2014, raising more than £80,000 through his recycled bike scheme.

Now, his latest contribution – a regular monthly Direct Debit – will fund a further 100 nights of Hospice at Home care.

Paul said: “One of the comments we hear most often when collecting or receiving bikes is how wonderful the Hospice at Home nurses are and what a difference they made at the end of their loved one’s life.

“People are forever grateful for the service provided by Treetops and that’s why I have chosen to set up this payment.”

Teresa Smith, Treetops’ Hospice at Home manager, said: “Paul’s continued generosity means so much to the patients and families we support.

“A hundred nights of care is truly life-changing, it allows people to spend their final days with comfort, dignity and the reassurance of having a compassionate nurse by their side.

“We simply couldn’t provide this vital service without supporters like Paul.”