Winter Newsletter
Click on our Winter Newsletter to read all the latest news from Francis House. Included in this edition: Our video stars Volunteers we need YOU Make a Will Make a Difference
Tuesday 20th March 2018
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Easter Chick Knit
When post by the sack load starts to arrive at Francis House in the run up to Easter, everyone knows what is inside.
Friday 16th March 2018
The hunt is on for the Didsbury Easter chicks
The windows of twenty shops and businesses in and around Didsbury Village, are now home to a band of giant knitted chicks as part of the Francis House ‘Great Didsbury Easter Chick Hunt’. The handmade...
Friday 2nd March 2018
Volunteers needed at Francis House
Volunteers are vital to the smooth running of Francis House. We are in need of extra support for people to volunteer their time on the reception desk and in the kitchens at our Didsbury hospice. Our...
Thursday 8th February 2018
Easter chicks spread their wings
Our Easter knitted chick appeal has gained new supporters from exotic climes, after a knitting group in East Africa gave it a helping hand. Soft Power Education is a charity working in Bujagali, close to...
Tuesday 16th January 2018
United stars visit Francis House
Manchester United captain Michael Carrick, alongside defenders Chris Smalling and Phil Jones, spent time with children and young adults at Francis House Children’s Hospice in the run up to Christmas. The surprise visit, organised annually...
Wednesday 3rd January 2018
Hollywood Christmas Ball
More than 400 guests at the Francis House ‘Hollywood Christmas Ball’ enjoyed an evening of classical Hollywood glitz and glamour at The Mere Golf and Spa Resort near Knutsford. After enjoying a delicious three course...
Friday 15th December 2017
Key 103’s Cash for Kids Mission Christmas gives families a special surprise
Families enjoyed an early Christmas treat courtesy of a Virtual Reality experience at Francis House. The cinema room was decked out with festive goodies as part of Key 103’s Cash for Kids Mission Christmas appeal,...
Wednesday 6th December 2017
Francis House launches new film
A new film featuring families from Greater Manchester who receive respite care and support at Francis House has been launched. The video had its first screening at a Hollywood themed ball held at The Mere...
Sunday 3rd December 2017
Simon cooks up a fundraising treat
Chef Simon Rimmer swapped the sequins of ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ for his chef whites to cook up a vegetarian feast to raise funds for his local children’s hospice. Greens restaurant in West Didsbury played host...
Tuesday 28th November 2017