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Braving the shave on Christmas Eve for Willow Wood

We are deeply moved by the story of Liz Cummins, who is honouring her dad’s memory and raising funds for Willow Wood Hospice by braving the shave.

On Christmas Eve, Liz will be having her head shaved on what would have been her dad Bernard’s 82nd birthday.

This act of bravery fulfils one of her dad’s final wishes: to raise money for the Hospice that cared for him so lovingly in the final weeks of his life.

Liz shared: “On 5th September this year, I sadly lost my dad after a 20-year-long fight against cancer.

“My dad was amazingly cared for by Willow Wood Hospice during the last three weeks of his battle and they were amazing in not only looking after my dad, but also supporting us all as a family.

“My dad had two final wishes – one being raising money for Willow Wood. When I asked him how he wanted me to do this, his reply was by shaving my head.

“So, on 24th December, which would have been his 82nd birthday, I am braving the shave in honour of my dad’s wishes and raising money for an amazing cause.”

This fundraiser holds even greater significance now for Liz, whose mum has recently received her own diagnosis and has expressed her wish to spend her final days at the Hospice.

Anyone can make a donation to Liz’s fundraising efforts via her JustGiving page here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/liz-cummins-1732629619287

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Fundraiser braves head shave for Willow Wood

A determined woman from Ashton-under-Lyne has braved having her head shaved to help raise vital funds for Willow Wood Hospice.

Karen Roberts decided to lose her hair in support of her friend Debbie Grimshaw, who is undergoing chemotherapy after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Karen was due to have her head shaved in December but unfortunately had to postpone it when she got Covid-19.

The 53-year-old has raised a fantastic £1,821.25 – which will help to support the care of patients from the communities of Tameside and Glossop with life-limiting illnesses.

Karen wanted to help the Hospice, where two of her friends sadly died and two more friends currently use Willow Wood’s services.

Supported by family and friends, Karen came into the Hospice to have her hair shaved by Rachel Smith, from Headquarters at the Hayloft in Stalybridge.

Karen said: “Thanks to Willow Wood for being a special place to recover, to be comfortable or to have your final farewell. It’s a peaceful, relaxing and friendly place to be.

“I had my head shaved for a few people I know – Keith, Diane, Debbie and Sue, who are going through chemotherapy treatment and who are all so brave and courageous.

“My partner Keith was diagnosed with lymphoma in March last year. He is now in remission and, with ongoing strength, we can face life together and enjoy 2024 and more years cancer free.”

By Adam Higgins