HOSPICE volunteer Peggy Moss MBE was on hand to officially open a new St Rocco’s Hospice charity shop in Golden Square Shopping Centre, cementing a partnership which spans over 30 years.
Back in the early 1980s, Peggy was asked to become part of a committee dedicated to raising funds for a hospice in Warrington. She first secured a shop at Golden Square, selling donated goods to raise funds for a Hospice Appeal. In just six weeks, the shop raised over £6000 and the committee were well on their way to opening a Hospice.
St Rocco’s Hospice opened its doors to patients in Warrington back in 1985.
The Hospicen ow has eight shops which are staffed by volunteers who collectively raise over £600,000 to care for patients at St Rocco’s.
Ian Cox, General Manager of Golden Square Shopping Centre said: ‘We are delighted to support the work of St Rocco’s by providing a retail unit. Our partnership with the Hospice has spanned a generation and helped make a difference to thousands of patients and families across Warrington.
“During 2011 alone, Golden Square activities have helped to raise over £47,000 for St Rocco’s- funds which have helped to support the Hospice’s day therapy services and provide a haven for hospice patients.”
The St Rocco’s Shop in Golden Square will sell a selection of quality clothing and shoes, along with a range of festive goods on the run up to Christmas.
To volunteer at the St Rocco’s Golden Square shop please contact Julia on 01925 575780.
Picture shows Ian Cox –General manager of Golden Square, Peggy Moss MBE and April Yates, St Rocco’s volunteer.
