MND Appeal Newsletter: Spring 2022

Latest updates on the Rob Burrow Centre for MND Appeal

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Healing in nature: How a hospital garden helped Rose's recovery

Rose had never taken much of an interest in gardening before and was amazed at how horticultural therapy helped on her journey to recovery.
Robin's Story | The Play Team at Leeds Children's Hospital

Discover 2-year old Robin's incredible journey at Leeds Children's Hospital. Learn how the Play Team transformed his experience during a challenging time.
Advancing Cancer Care: Leeds at the Forefront of Discovery and Delivery

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Finding moments of joy: How outdoor space helped Thomas stay close to his little girl

Thomas says spending time with his daughter in the courtyard and garden has made a world of difference during his hospital stay.

Healing in nature: How a hospital garden helped Rose's recovery

Rose had never taken much of an interest in gardening before and was amazed at how horticultural therapy helped on her journey to recovery.
Robin's Story | The Play Team at Leeds Children's Hospital

Discover 2-year old Robin's incredible journey at Leeds Children's Hospital. Learn how the Play Team transformed his experience during a challenging time.
Finding moments of joy: How outdoor space helped Thomas stay close to his little girl

Thomas says spending time with his daughter in the courtyard and garden has made a world of difference during his hospital stay.
Charity funded rehabilitation garden at Chapel Allerton Hospital helps patients heal beyond the ward

Every year, around 500 people will benefit from the garden which gives patients the chance to reconnect with nature as part of their journey to recovery.
Bringing families together: support, connection and hope for rare diseases

The Family Educational Support Day brought together clinical expertise, lived experience and community support.
Donations fund dedicated carer support worker at Chapel Allerton Hospital

The Carer Support Worker will work closely with the hospital ward teams to ensure carers are identified and are supported in the hospital journey.
Leeds family take on the Leeds 10k together to support cutting-edge cancer care

The Enever family- Peter, Caroline, Molly and Tilly- are taking on the Leeds 10k together in support of our Leeds Cancer Appeal.
Radiotherapy Play Specialist - Jacqui’s Million

"Play is a child’s language and in hospital it helps them communicate, ask questions and feel supported."
Together we can enhance dementia‑friendly care in hospital Emergency Departments

Thanks to donations, we have provided over £15,000 to fund a two-year pilot to improve the experience of people with dementia attending the Emergency Departments.
Corporate Partnerships: Spring Update 2026

Explore new charity partnerships, projects, events, and fundraising ideas supporting Leeds Teaching Hospitals in our latest corporate newsletter.