This year we were joined in Charlotte Square Gardens by over 600 people from our community to remember and celebrate the lives of our loved ones. We also lit a light in loving memory of our friend and tireless supporter, Sir Tom Farmer, following his death in May. Like so many of us he found it “immensely uplifting” to gather with others to remember, reflect and celebrate the lives of loved ones.

This Christmas the lights on the tree were switched on by Cammy Hannaford, whose story featured in Life_Mag_Autumn-Winter_2025-ISSU.pdf. Cammy’s Mum, Gillian, was cared for by the Hospice, and he is currently being supported by the Family Support Team.

We are passionate about reaching and supporting everyone who needs our care, so thank you once again for helping us ensure that those who need our services receive them in the way that is best suited to them and their families in the coming year. With your help we’ll be there when it counts, providing comfort, care and compassion for even more families across Edinburgh and East Lothian during the toughest of times.