Liz Hearnshaw 
People living in Halesworth and the surrounding areas are being invited to join the Pear Tree Fund on two special walks to map out the local treasures which help them through tough times. Called ‘asset walks’, the events will take … Read More
People from East Suffolk and the surrounding areas are being given an exciting opportunity to get in a celebratory mood early at a special carol concert arranged to raise funds for the Pear Tree Fund. The Lowestoft Chorale, which is … Read More
Trend-setters who are keen to update their wardrobe with the latest looks are being invited to a fun-filled evening of fashion and fizz taking place at the Pear Tree Centre. The Dee’s Den fashion show will be held on 12 … Read More
People of all ages are being invited to remember those they have lost, share stories of what helped in grief and discuss ways to support each other at a special event taking place to mark World Compassionate Communities Day. The … Read More
Two families who have received vital support from the Pear Tree Fund while caring for loved ones have spoken of their gratitude and urged others in a similar situation not to be afraid to ask for help. Lin Davies and … Read More
The Pear Tree Fund is paying tribute to its base of loyal volunteers by hosting two special thank you events during national Volunteers Week. The charity will hold coffee and cake drop-ins for its volunteers at the Pear Tree Centre … Read More
The Pear Tree Fund’s first chief executive has spoken of his excitement at taking on the role and leading the much-loved charity into its next chapter so that it can support even more people with life-limiting illnesses. Kevin Vaughan, who … Read More
Dying Matters Awareness Week is held every year to encourage communities to come together and open up conversations around death, dying, bereavement and care. This year’s awareness week runs from May 10 to 16. We are supporting the event by … Read More
The Pear Tree Centre, which brings information and support closer to home for people with life-limiting illnesses and their families, will reopen on Monday 12 April. The centre, in Halesworth, will open on an appointment-only basis from 10am to 4pm … Read More
More people in north east Suffolk and south Norfolk will now be able to access specialist help to come to terms with bereavement or the diagnosis of a life-limiting illnesses after the Pear Tree Fund was awarded more than £15,000 … Read More