A COUPLE from Saundersfoot have raised thousands of pounds for Ward 10 at Withybush Hospital in memory of their daughter.

Gerald and Diane Rogers raised a total of £4,500 for the hospital ward in memory of their daughter, Julie Gwendoline Rose Rogers.

Mr and Mrs Rogers and their family held a sponsored walk and climbed Yr Wyddfa. Gerald also raised money by dressing as Father Christmas for many years in their local village, Saundersfoot, visiting care homes and village events.

Withybush Hospital’s Ward 10 provides an enhanced environment in which to care for designated oncology and haematology patients, and those with complex palliative care needs. It saw extensive refurbishment and modernisation in 2020, boosted by Elly’s Flag Appeal.

Gerald said: “Thank you to the staff on Ward 10 for the fantastic care our daughter, Julie, received. This is our way of saying thank you and giving back to the Ward who looked after Julie so well. Thank you to everyone who donated too, it’s much appreciated.”

Katie Hancock, Fundraising Officer, said: “Thank you so much to Gerald and Diane for raising a fantastic amount for Ward 10, it’s a lovely tribute to their late daughter, Julie. Your support will make such a difference to patients, families, and staff on Ward 10.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

Hywel Dda Health Charities raises and distributes funds to enhance local NHS services through offering additional patient comforts, providing the most up-to-date medical equipment, creating more welcoming surroundings, supporting staff learning, enhancing care in local communities, funding research and delivering healthy living initiatives.

For more details, visit www.hywelddahealthcharities.org.uk .