Hundreds of people are set to take to the Salthill Prom on Sunday, 10 September in memory of their loved ones in this year’s Galway Memorial Walk in aid of Galway Hospice .
The 6.5 km walk begins at 12 noon at the Claddagh Hall, and walkers will go along the Prom to Blackrock and back again.
Many people taking part wear t-shirts bearing the names of their loved ones.
Galway Hospice is committed to using more Irish and personalised t-shirts are available in both Irish and English.
People can choose between “Tá mé ag siúl i gcuimhne ar..,” and “I’m walking in memory of…” and the deadline for these personalised t-shirts is 25 August.
Galway Hospice Chief Executive Mary Nash said that the Galway Memorial Walk is a very special event each year.
“We are grateful to everyone who supports our services, enabling us to give the best care we can give to those who need us.
“All that we do at Galway Hospice could not happen without the support of our local community. Please join us as we come together at The Claddagh on 10 September,” she said.
Fundraisers like the Galway Memorial Walk help Galway Hospice care for patients and families.
Demand continues to grow for hospice services including Community Palliative Care, which supports patients at home and in the community, 365 days a year.
Last year, nurses from the Community Palliative Care Team cared for 971 patients, in all corners of Galway.
Register today for the Galway Memorial Walk at www.galwayhospice.ie/walk or call Galway Hospice Fundraising on 091-770868.
