What you have told us
People from all kinds of backgrounds tell us that they are remembering Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity in their Will.
Some because they were patients themselves or the parents, grandparents or relatives of a patient as well as nurses and doctors who have worked at the hospital.
What is clear from your stories is that everyone's experience of Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital is very special.
I witnessed first-hand the trauma of children separated from their families and subsequently went on to study psychotherapy. Since then I have watched your work with fascination as you addressed this fundamental issue with your small patients arranging for parents and families to be near them throughout their treatment.
Miss E A Day
"Emma, George’s great granddaughter, had been treated from birth at her local hospital before coming to GOSH aged one. It was a traumatic time for all the family. The little girl is now a thriving seven year old and has overcome her condition admirably. George wanted to demonstrate his gratitude in a very tangible way, and in a way that would benefit other children coming to us for help.
The family feel indebted to GOSH and the doctor whose skill and timely expert opinion saved my granddaughter for the family in more ways than can be imagined." Supporter
I am 72 years old and have a daughter, a granddaughter and three lovely great grandchildren. I am so grateful that they are all well which is why I am leaving Great Ormond Street Children’s Charity a gift in my Will. I love children and this my way of saying ‘thank you’ to you for all the wonderful work that you do.
Jean
"I trained as a nurse in the 1950’s when we had to live in the nurses’ home. We were not allowed make-up and it was very strict with long hours and very high standards. Children are such courageous little patients, and magnificent work still done at the hospital which is why I want to remember GOSH in my Will." Janet.
I have fond memories of being dressed up as a ‘fairy’ and helping the Guardian, Mr Roose, distribute presents on Christmas Day to his many patients – that was some 80 magical years ago! May the hospital continue to flourish.
Violet Chambers
"My brother was born with a congenital heart condition and died, aged 5, having spent his short life in almost constant distress.
Since then there have been many advances in medical science his condition could be corrected by surgery.
I should like my legacy to be used towards the treatment of this or similar ailments in hope that it will help a child to lead a normal, healthy life." Mrs E M Charles
I would like to give youngsters in need a chance of a fuller life
Michael Pullen
