Children's hospice opens new nine-bed wing with enchanted forest theme
A children's hospice has opened a new nine-bed children's wing as part of a £21.9 million transformation project.
Martin House Children's Hospice in Boston Spa announced the completion of the wing, which represents the first phase of THE BUILD project.
The wing includes nine enchanted forest-themed bedrooms with piped oxygen, integrated hoists, and access to a private garden.
Communal spaces include an art room, playroom, lounge, and dining area.
There is also a cooled bedroom suite where children are cared for after death, allowing families time to say goodbye and receive emotional support.
The opening of the wing comes as the charity also announced its supporters across Yorkshire and beyond have raised more than £1 million towards THE BUILD.
This marks the halfway point of the public fundraising target of £2 million.
Clair Holdsworth, chief executive at Martin House Children's Hospice, said: "Reaching the milestone of opening the new children's wing is a monumental achievement for Martin House, and I'd like to thank everyone who has supported us to get to this point.
"We are looking forward to delivering care in the new children's wing, which has all the modern facilities we need to provide outstanding specialist care to children with life-limiting conditions."
The next stage of THE BUILD will bring a dedicated teenagers' wing with tailored spaces for privacy and independence along with their very own Love Island-style outdoor courtyard.
A new education centre and wellbeing centre will also be created to support families emotionally and practically, including a hydrotherapy pool.
More information is available at www.martinhouse.org.uk/thebuild
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