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Running in memory of Marc

Steve is running the Brighton Half Marathon in memory of his brother Marc who was cared for by Martlets and died at the age of 20. He tells us about Marc and the care he received and explains why running the race to fundraise for Martlets means so much.

Moyleman Marathon

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The Moyleman Marathon is held every year off-road around Lewes in memory of runner Chris Moyle, who was cared for by Martlets in 2009. We hear from Chris’s friends and family about the care he received at Martlets. They tell us why the race means so much to those involved.

A day in the life of… our Martlets chaplain

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Vlada Rakin is our spiritual care lead and chaplain. He talks about the many facets of the spiritual and wellbeing work he is involved in.

Caring for Sally at Christmas

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Marion’s sister Sally was cared for by Martlets in 2017. She died on Boxing Day on the inpatient unit and Marion was by her side. Here, Marion tells us how the team at Martlets made Christmas feel special even though Sally was nearing the end of her life.

Remembering Jo’s dad at Christmas

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Jo’s father John, who died in November 2021, was cared for by Martlets at home and on our inpatient unit. Jo talks about the care he received and how she and her family will be remembering him this Christmas.

Why I love working at Martlets on Christmas Day

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Jason is housekeeping team leader at Martlets and he and his team make sure our facilities are clean and safe for patients, staff and visitors. He tells us why he enjoys working on the inpatient unit at Christmas.