Marie Curie UK

🚨 The incoming government have an opportunity to fix the crisis in end of life care. But dying and bereaved people need ambitious action. We've taken a look at how each party responded to the issues that matter most to people living with terminal illness this #GeneralElection. 👇 🔗 Read the full blog: bit.ly/4bxRSyD

There’s still time to make sure that everyone running to be an MP knows about the issues that matter most to people living with a terminal illness, and their loved ones. Here are a few things you can do: ✍️ Sign our petition here: bit.ly/4bofdDx 🗳️ It's election day. Your vote matters, so make sure you use it. Everyone should have the best possible end of life experience, but far too many terminally ill people are missing out on the basics we take for granted. 📢 This #GeneralElection, it’s time to fix end of life care.

Last weekend, our Marie Curie hospices in Newcastle and the West Midlands opened their gardens to the public as part of the National Garden Scheme. There wasn’t a cloud in sight as visitors enjoyed games, cakes, and the blooming beautiful gardens. 🌻 A BIG thank you to all our volunteers who make these days such a success, and to the National Garden Scheme for their ongoing support of Marie Curie.

📢 We've been out and about across the UK in the run up to next week's #GeneralElection. This week we spread our campaign message on the streets of Bristol! We know it can feel a bit awkward to talk about death, dying and bereavement. That's why our reverse graffiti has popped up in 25 different spots across Bristol, to help get the conversation started. 🎨 Have you spotted any of it yet? 👀 We were also joined by senior nurse Angela Maundrill, who spoke to candidates standing to be MPs across Bristol about the challenges of delivering end-of-life care and what needs to change. And, earlier this month our daffodil wall got people talking in London, where we asked the local community to share with us what they want their end of life to be. Plus, we chatted with candidates standing in Glasgow and Durham. ✍️ Don’t forget to sign our petition and help us tell future government it’s time to fix end of life care. 🔗 bit.ly/4bofdDx

☀️ 🌡️ As the weather heats up, we understand cooling equipment may impact your energy usage and bills. We’ve partnered with the UK Gas Distribution Networks to help us deliver vital support with rising energy costs. Here are some steps you can take. 👇 Contact our Energy Support Officers for free on 0800 090 2309. 🔗 For more info, head to: bit.ly/3L3UBVq

A HUGE thank you to Savers Health Home & Beauty for raising £3 million for Marie Curie. What a milestone! 👏 Since 2013, Savers colleagues and customers have been raising funds to help our work. £3 million is enough to fund over 130,000 Marie Curie nursing hours or keep one of our hospices open for 329 days. THANK YOU, Savers 💛

🏳️🌈 If you’re LGBTQ+ and living with a terminal illness, you might have specific questions or concerns when it comes to planning ahead for your care and practical needs. From telling professionals that you're LGBTQ+, to choosing who you want to be involved in decisions about your care. 🔗 Visit mariecurie.org.uk/pride for more. #PrideMonth #MarieCurie

With less than 3 weeks to go until polling day, here's 3 things you can do this election to make a difference for people with terminal illness. 👇 📢 There's still time to have your voice heard! Make sure you’re registered to vote by Tuesday 18th June. For more info: bit.ly/4c4f7kH #GeneralElection #GE2024

BEEP BEEP! 🚛 Did you spot us out on the road this week? We have enjoyed being out and about visiting Morrisons stores and meeting colleagues across the nation. The staff vote closes this Sunday 16th June so if you work for Morrisons, please choose Marie Curie and together we will be able to care for more families in more communities. 💛

✅ On July 4th, your vote matters. This #GeneralElection has to be a turning point for terminally ill and bereaved people, so don’t miss your chance to have your voice heard. Please save and share this post. 👇 #GE2024