13 December 2018
Christmas is a time of celebration for many people but it is often a time of reflection too. Our Tree of Light is now shining for the third consecutive year following a lighting ceremony last Thursday night (6 December) at the BGH.
Dedicating a light on our beautiful Christmas tree is a simple yet moving way of remembering those you love this Christmas. The tree will be shining throughout Christmas and New Year so there’s still time to make your dedications. Those who dedicate a light will receive a special e-card which can be forwarded on to loved ones, and for those who give permission to do so, a list of dedications will appear on the NHS Borders website.
With every light dedication, a donation is made to our charity which supports the work of NHS Borders, The Difference (registered charity number SC008225). Your donation will be used to help make the difference to patient care in the Borders by supporting projects and initiatives across our region that enhance our services or improve patient environments.
This year’s ceremony was opened by Jane Davidson, Chief Executive, who welcomed the crowd before introducing Platinum Award winner, Jackie Brand (Charge Nurse in A&E) and Chairman’s Award winner Claire Grieve (Midwife) who jointly hit the switch on button for the Tree of Light.
Following the lights switch on Robert McCulloch-Graham, Chief Officer Health & Social Care, introduced the Health in Harmony Choir who entertained the crowd with ‘O Holy Night’ and ‘We Wish you a Merry Christmas’. The evening was drawn to a close with conversation over refreshments in the Tryst.
To dedicate a light please visit www.thedifference.org.uk/treeoflight/ or call the fundraising office on 01896 825520.