The Pear Tree Fund's history
Our charity was set up in 1989 after two community nurses heard about a young man who was in danger of being admitted into hospital to die, against his and his family’s wishes, as he was unable to get the funding he needed to remain at home.
The nurses – Jane Edwards and Nikki Sawkins – pledged to do whatever they could to stop this from happening again and started raising funds to allow people to die at home if they wished to.
Since then, the charity has provided care for hundreds of people registered with Cutlers Hill Surgery, giving them choice and helping reduce anxiety for their families at what can be a very difficult time.
The Pear Tree Fund's latest news
Learn what's happening in and around our fund.
Pear Tree Centre nears completion
Work on a much-needed resource centre which will bring vital information and support closer to home for people with life-limiting illnesses is nearing completion, with project leads hopeful the building will open by the end of the year. Doors, windows ... Read More
Pick up your charity chutney!
The Queen’s Head in Bramfield are continuing their support for the Pear Tree Fund by selling delicious homemade chutney and second-hand books to raise vital funds.
Building work progresses
We’re pleased to report that construction work on the Pear Tree Centre is progressing well, with the internal and external walls now at roof level. The roof itself is being constructed and insulated, and will be complete over the next ... Read More
