HM The Queen is head of the Order of St John of which the
St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group (SJEHG) forms one part. The Guild (previously the Ladies’ Linen Guild) of SJEHG has been in existence since 1926 and has a distinguished record in the service of the Hospital. Originally set up as a sewing guild for wives of the members of the Order of St John so that they too could contribute to the
work of St John, the committee has evolved over the years to become the London-based volunteer group which aims to raise our profile through unique social events as well as fundraise for the SJEHG. Events: Gift of Sight Fair, running for over 35 years, Lecture Series, Drinks receptions in beautiful venues, Bridge afternoons, Tours of historical houses and sights. Often attended by the Grand Prior of the Order of St John, the Duke of Gloucester and other members when possible. The SJEHG is the oldest and only charitable provider of expert eye care in the Middle East and have clinics in the West Bank, Gaza, and Jerusalem treating patients regardless of ethnicity, religion or the ability to pay. Our main hospital in East Jerusalem has been operating for 140 years. The hospital is the main provider of eye care for Palestinians in East Jerusalem, and sees many of the most complex eye cases from across the oPt. Patients are referred to us from medical centres across the West Bank and Gaza. It transforms lives by saving sight in the world’s most unique region.
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