Virtual celebrations for Light up a Life

The service, which is open to anyone who has lost someone, will be held virtually this December and will be livestreamed from the hospice memorial garden.

Lindsey Lodge chief executive Karen Griffiths said: “Christmas can be a very difficult time for anyone who has lost a loved one, particularly this year, which has been incredibly challenging for everyone.

“As we enter the festive season, we are reaching out to our local community and inviting them to join us in our Light up a Life activities.

“Our service this year will be held virtually and we are aiming to capture the very special essence of Light up a Life, to give people the opportunity to honour those they have lost in a safe and socially distanced live ceremony in the comfort of their own home.”

The service will take place via Facebook live on Friday, December 4, when the trees will be lit.

Each light represents a life, and will remain lit throughout the Christmas period.

Karen added: “Once people have dedicated a light, they will receive two tree decorations, one to hang on a tree in our memorial garden throughout the month of December.

“The second decoration can be used to decorate trees at home.

“We’re encouraging people to turn on their Christmas lights at home simultaneously with the lighting of the hospice tree.”

To make a dedication, visit: www.lindseylodgehospice.org.uk.

Alternatively, call 01724 270835 or email llh.enquiries@nhs.net