Introducing the Pear Tree Fund
The Pear Tree Fund offers emotional, physical and practical support to people reaching the end of their lives so that those who wish to can die in the comfort and security of their own homes.
Originally known as Halesworth Community Nursing Care Fund (HCNCF), the charity was set up in 1989 and is entirely funded by people’s generosity.
The Pear Tree Fund has two charitable objects:
- Nursing care in the community. To support people with a life-limiting illness who are registered with Cutlers Hill Surgery, by the provision of nursing care, practical support and equipment; and
- Information and support at the Pear Tree Centre. To provide information and support at the Pear Tree Centre to people living in Halesworth and the surrounding area, who either themselves or a member of their family have a life limiting illness.
We are asking for your support to help us continue providing these vital services for people in our rural community.
We've re-opened!
We have re-opened the Pear Tree Centre following the coronavirus pandemic.
We're delighted to announce that the Pear Tree Centre has now re-opened.
Initially we are asking visitors to book an appointment over the phone. For more information, please click here. Please also remember to wear a face mask and sanitise your hands when you arrive for your appointment. If you or anyone in your household has symptoms of COVID-19, please do not come in.
Dee's Den, our charity shop in Steeple End, is also open. You can find out more here.
As a result of the coronavirus outbreak, we have unfortunately had to cancel all of our planned fundraising events over the summer, which means the charity will suffer a considerable loss of income.
During this time we would welcome all donations to help us continue to deliver signposting services, counselling and benefits advice in the community, which will be even more vital than ever:
- A consultation with DANES, our disability advice service, costs £30
- An hour of counselling costs £50
- Benefits and form filling advice costs £30
Please click here if you can help.
Thank you so much for your ongoing support.
The Pear Tree Fund's latest news
Learn what's happening in and around our fund.
Aimee takes on virtual London Marathon
PTF trustee retires
Pear Tree Fund appoints new patron
Learn a little more
Please take the time to check out our website and get a little more insight into what we do and how we are making a difference to local people's lives.
