Treetops Hospice has revealed its brand new mascot, a friendly robin which will represent the charity at events and activities throughout Derbyshire, and is now asking the public to help name it.
Supporters, families and local residents are being encouraged to submit their ideas, where a shortlist of names will then be selected and announced on Friday 27 March.
The mascot will make its first official appearance at the hospice’s upcoming Easter Egg Hunt this April (Saturday 4 April), where visitors will be able to meet the character and take photos.
Treetops selected a robin for its strong symbolism. Many people view robins as signs of hope or reminders of loved ones who have died, and in Celtic tradition, the bird’s iconic red breast is linked to warmth and protection.
The hospice says these themes reflect its work providing compassionate end-of-life nursing care, bereavement support, counselling and complementary therapies for adults and children.
Natalie Godrich, Relationship Manager at Treetops Hospice, said: “We wanted a mascot that reflects the spirit of Treetops – something warm, uplifting and meaningful for the families we support.
“We can’t wait to hear some of the names that people put forward.”
Treetops Hospice is accepting submissions via comments on its Facebook post, with entries closing on Monday 23 March: https://www.facebook.com/treetopshospice
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Treetops Hospice Trust
Derby Road, Risley, Derbyshire, DE72 3SS
Tel: 0115 949 1264 | www.treetopshospice.org.uk
Registered Charity Number: 519540
About Treetops Hospice
Treetops Hospice is a leading end-of-life care charity in Derbyshire, for adults with life-limiting conditions, people who have been bereaved, and their families.
The charity offers support from the point of diagnosis onwards for patients living with conditions such as cancer, motor neurone disease and heart and respiratory illnesses.
Last year, the Treetops nursing team supported over 2,000 patients, with over 34,000 hours of end-of-life care delivered.
The bereavement counselling team provided more than 5,000 hours of sessions – including over 1,500 for children and young people. The Wellbeing team also offers vital information, guidance, and emotional support to those who need it most.
A donation of £34.50 helps provide a counselling session for a bereaved child. A donation of £108 helps provide nursing care through the night for a patient at the end of life.
Donations are warmly welcomed to help secure the future of the hospice and its services: www.treetopshospice.org.uk/donate
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