Hospice unveils revamp

Volunteer Margaret Wright (left) with matron Anita Armitage in one of the new therapy rooms

DR KERSHAW’S Hospice has undergone a £245,000 transformation thanks to kind donations.

The Turf Lane venue now has a huge extension which boasts a new lounge area, physio room and therapy rooms where users can enjoy reiki, a head massage or some acupuncture.

There is also a new overnight ensuite room where families can stay when visiting, to avoid stress of having to book accommodation elsewhere.

Appeals manager Lisa Pearson said: “The new extension has made a massive difference already to users of the hospice.

“While we are grateful for the money we received as a government grant, we couldn’t have made this possible without the generosity of Oldham people, so we thank them all.”

If anyone has a fundraising idea they can contact the hospice on 0161 624 9984.