This December, Mountbatten Isle of Wight warmly invites you to celebrate the memory of those you hold dear at our annual Light up a Life event.

It is dedicated to remembrance and supporting our patients and families in need.

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How to attend Mountbatten Isle of Wight's Light up a Life

Join us on Sunday, 1 December, from 4pm to 6pm at our hospice on Halberry Lane, Newport (PO30 2ER) for a heartfelt evening of music, readings and candle lighting.

How you can Light up a Life this December:

There are several ways to get involved in this year’s Light up a Life:

• Dedicate a light and donate online: Click HERE to remember a loved one at Mountbatten Isle of Wight's Light up a Life 
• Attend the event: Join us from 4 pm – 6 pm on Sunday, 1 December, at our hospice on Halberry Lane, Newport (PO30 2ER)
• If you cannot attend, you can still dedicate a light.

Dedicate a light by midday on Thursday, 28 November to see your loved one's name displayed on-screen during the Light up a Life event.

Parking

Parking is available for free at Seaclose Car Park, Fairlee Road, Newport PO30 2QS. Fytbus will be providing a free shuttle service for the short journey to and from the hospice. 

The first shuttle bus will leave at 3.30pm and will run regularly until 4pm, ready for our 4pm service. The shuttle bus will then run regularly after the service from 5-6.30pm. 

Limited accessible parking is available at the hopsice. 

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Each light dedicated represents a life remembered and brings hope to families supported by Mountbatten Isle of Wight.

With a donation, you will help us continue providing expert 24/7 care and support to over 2,300 people daily across the Island, including families like Sam’s.

"Cared for us all"

Sam’s family will gather to remember him at this year’s Light up a Life event.

“Mountbatten gave Sam dignity and helped him be the father his daughters needed in his final days,” shares Jayne, Sam’s mother.

Sam died aged just 33, but his family felt peace and comfort knowing he was well looked after.

In 2021, Sam was diagnosed with aggressive bowel cancer.

Known for his humour and devotion to his family, he cherished creating memories with his daughters, Isabella-Rose and Emelia-Faith. After a difficult Christmas and many hospital stays, Sam’s family turned to Mountbatten Isle of Wight, where they found not only medical care but also peace and support.

“Mountbatten cared for all of us,” Jayne recalls.

“Sam wasn’t scared, because he knew we had the support we needed. If you’re nervous about attending, please don’t be,” says Charmaine, Sam’s wife.

“Mountbatten is a personal space, calm and relaxed. It’s where you can remember your loved ones with peace.”

For more information and to read Sam’s full story, click HERE 

Supporting Mountbatten’s vital work

Every day, it costs £278.40 to fund a Mountbatten nurse, who provides personalised care in our 16-bed inpatient unit and in people’s homes across the Island. With only around one-third of our funding coming from the NHS, we rely on the generous support of the community to continue this vital work.

Your donations are needed more than ever, especially during this challenging time as NHS funding remains uncertain.

By joining Light up a Life, you not only remember loved ones but also provide vital support to patients and families in their time of greatest need.