MP MANUELA Perteghella met with actress and Marie Curie ambassador Alison Steadman to celebrate the charity’s annual Great Daffodil Appeal.
The Stratford MP pledged her support to the appeal at a special launch event at Westminster and is urging people in her constituency to donate and wear one of Marie Curie’s iconic daffodil pins.
New research published last month by Marie Curie shows that nearly one in three people are still dying without the support they need.
That’s almost one person every three minutes spending their final moments with unmet needs. By donating and wearing a daffodil pin this March, people can help change that – supporting Marie Curie nurses to provide expert end of life care when there’s no cure, whatever the illness.
The cash raised also helps fund the charity’s free support line and webchat, available to anyone living with a terminal illness and to those close to them. It offers practical guidance and emotional support on any aspect of dying, death and bereavement, ensuring no one must face these moments alone.
Dr Perteghella said: “There’s only one chance to give someone the best possible end of life which is why the Great Daffodil Appeal is so important. I’m proud to support Marie Curie and their mission to ensure that everyone at end of life can get the care and support they need, when and where they need it most.
Alison Steadman, of Gavin and Stacey fame, added: “As someone who’s supported Marie Curie for many years, I’ve seen for myself the incredible difference they make to people and their families at the end of life. They cared for my mother, and I will never forget the kindness, comfort and dignity they gave her. It meant the world to us.
“What Marie Curie does is truly vital. Their nurses make sure people aren’t left in pain, or frightened, or alone – they bring compassion into the hardest moments.
“The Great Daffodil Appeal comes round just once a year, and it helps Marie Curie reach so many more people who need that care, whatever their illness. That’s why I’m asking everyone to get involved and show their support.”
Visit Mariecurie.org.uk/daffodil for more information and to donate.
