Imperial Health Charity

20/08/2026

We’re raising money to transform vital patient spaces through our Western Eye Appeal. 💙

We spoke to Ama, a patient who regularly attends the Western Eye Hospital, about the importance of the appeal and why ensuring that the environment is fit for purpose is key to the experience of the people treated there.

“Generally, if the hospital is modern, it’s really helpful because accessibility is good for the patient and also it’s a nicer environment for everybody.”

Please support the Western Eye Appeal and donate today: https://www.imperialcharity.org.uk/support-us/donate-online

17/08/2026

Completing the London Marathon is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

And doing it for a cause close to your heart makes it even more rewarding.

Don't miss out on your chance to run for us. We still have 46 places remaining, so apply for your place to join our team of 100 runners.

Help support our hospitals, and reach your goals too.

Click this link to apply for a place: https://www.imperialcharity.org.uk/support-us/fundraise-for-us/fundraising-events/london-marathon

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

13/08/2026

“When spaces are considered, we feel better in them!”

We’re raising money for our Western Eye Hospital to create a better environment and more welcoming space for the patients who are treated there.

We spoke to Carrie, who was diagnosed with acute angle glaucoma and was treated at the hospital, about why it’s important to improve spaces for patients.

Watch the video below to hear Carrie’s story and visit our website to donate to our Western Eye Appeal. 💙

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11/08/2026

We're still accepting applications for our Compassionate Communities programme.

Through Compassionate Communities, we award vital funding that supports local organisations working to improve the health and wellbeing of residents in north west London.

Recent projects that we have helped fund include the Neighbourhood Doulas Support Services, the Positive Movement Project and the Westminster Bangladeshi Association, all of which support residents in their local community.

If you’re involved with an organisation or charity that helps enhance the health and wellbeing of your community, visit our website to find out more about Compassionate Communities, and apply: https://www.imperialcharity.org.uk/what-we-do/compassionate-communities

07/08/2026

Sight is precious. So is the experience of every patient at our hospital.

We’re raising £1 million to transform the ground-floor entrance, emergency department, and outpatient area of the Western Eye Hospital. These area’s were designed many years ago, but they cannot keep pace with the growing number of people who depend on the hospital to protect their sight.

Professor Francesca Cordeiro, Honorary Consultant at the Western Eye Hospital, spoke to us about why the Western Eye Hospital needs vital refurbishments:

“Since I've been here in 2005, the Western Eye has never really offered the kind of environment we'd like our patients to experience. The décor is tired. Paint is coming off the walls. There aren't always enough seats. Patients often have nothing to do while they're waiting.”

Help patients see a brighter future and donate to our Western Eye Appeal: https://www.imperialcharity.org.uk/support-us/Our-appeals/western-eye-appeal

06/08/2026

Our Breastfeeding Peer Support Volunteer Programme is one of the most important ways we support patients across our hospitals.

During World Breastfeeding Awareness Week, we wanted to shine a spotlight on Susan, who supports new parents at Hammersmith Hospital with breastfeeding. 💙

“My role gives me time to sit quietly with parents and, for example, explore different feeding positions, share evidence-based information, or simply chat about how their feeding journey might progress.”

Breastfeeding can be a challenging experience for some parents, and we are incredibly grateful to all our volunteers who give their time to support families during this important stage. 👩‍🍼

A huge thank you to Susan and all our Breastfeeding Peer Support volunteers!

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

05/08/2026

Musicians are bringing joy, relaxation and curiosity to the children's wards at St Mary's Hospital. 🎶

Last week, harpist Esther and singer Hannah visited the bedsides of several young patients, helping lift their mood and provide a fun distraction.

This visit was part of a series of sessions running over July and August, funded by Samuel Gardner Memorial Trust. This helps bridge the gap in activities available for children over the summer holidays, with each session tailored to their interests and needs.

We can't wait to share more about this fantastic programme.

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

27/07/2026

Every patient deserves to feel supported from the moment they arrive at hospital.

That's why we've launched the Western Eye Appeal – raising funds to improve patient spaces at the Western Eye Hospital.

As one of only two specialist eye hospitals in London, the Western Eye Hospital provides expert care for people from across the capital and beyond. Whether they're attending a routine appointment or arriving in an emergency, many patients are feeling anxious and uncertain. Together, we can help create welcoming, comfortable environments that make a real difference to their experience. 💙

Find out more about the Western Eye Appeal and how you can support patients with a donation: https://www.imperialcharity.org.uk/news-and-stories/news/new-charity-appeal-to-raise-gbp1m-for-western-eye-hospital

23/07/2026

Two weeks ago, we opened Milne's Corner, a garden designed to support staff wellbeing at St Mary's Hospital.

Since its opening, we've had some lovely feedback, including this photo of the children's play team relaxing in the space after a meeting.

This is the latest project in our Green Spaces programme, creating calming areas across our hospitals where patients and staff can take time to breathe and reset.

Thank you to Dario Pizzi Garden Design and Gardencraft Surrey for the design and build of this beautiful space. And a special thank you to our partners CBRE UK, CPC Project Services, and Montagu Evans, whose support made this garden a reality. 🪴🌼

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

22/07/2026

Every year, more than 100,000 patients attend the Western Eye Hospital with their sight at risk.

However, spaces across the hospital no longer meet the needs of the people who use it every day.

We’re raising £1 million to transform the hospital’s ground-floor entrance, emergency department, and outpatient area. We want to improve the patient experience and support the delivery of modern eye care to the growing number of people whose sight depends on it.

Carrie, featured above, is a patient at the Western Eye Hospital. Her vision is vital to her career as an art historian, which was put at risk when she discovered she had acute angle glaucoma – a serious condition that can cause permanent sight loss.

Thanks to the expertise and care she received at the Western Eye Hospital, her sight has been preserved.

You can find out more about the Western Eye Appeal - and support it with a donation - on our website: https://www.imperialcharity.org.uk/support-us/Our-appeals/western-eye-appeal