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Give in memory of a loved one.
While flowers fade, giving in memory is a lasting way to honour a loved one's life.
How to give in memory:
Inviting people to donate in support of the Hospital that cared for your loved one is a meaningful way to honour their memory. You might like to set up your own tribute page, which you can personalise, and share this with loved ones or include it in a funeral order of service. Or perhaps you'd like to request donation envelopes for your service, either way we can support you.
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Thank you for leaving a gift to the Hospital in memory of your loved one.
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Creating a tribute page is a meaningful way to celebrate your loved one's life. It provides comfort, strength and hope, knowing that their memory can live on through their tribute page.
In just a few minutes you can personalise your page and share it with others. You can include a link to your page in a funeral Order of Service and every donation will be recorded , along with messages of support. -
Inviting donations in lieu of flowers is a meaningful way to honour a loved one's memory. We can send you pre-printed envelopes to distribute at the service. Simply collect them and pass them on to us.
Thank you for considering a donation in support of your local hospital during this difficult time.
A lasting legacy for future patients at North Shore Hospital
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Throughout those final 13 hours, David D’Souza, Asha’s husband, witnessed the dedication and compassion of the ICU staff. “For the 13 hours that Asha was in the ICU, the team were just awesome,” says David. “The care was so dignified; it’s something I’ll always carry close to my heart.”
In the midst of their grief, the D’Souza family found comfort in the exceptional care Asha received. David, deeply moved by the experience, chose to honour his wife’s memory by giving back to the very hospital that provided such incredible support. In 2018, he established a scholarship fund to support the professional development of North Shore Hospital’s ICU nursing staff. His aim was to ensure that other families could experience the same level of care and expertise that had meant so much to him during his time of loss.
Since the scholarship was set up, the D’Souza family has continued to contribute to the fund, now totalling over $35,000. These donations provide vital funding for ICU nursing staff to attend professional development programs, enhancing their skills and ensure they remain at the forefront of medical care.
David’s generous contributions have already made a profound impact, helping staff members gain invaluable training and advanced knowledge that ultimately benefit future patients. “If Asha leaving us was meant to be our destiny, I couldn’t have asked for more in terms of the effort that went into trying to keep her with us,” David reflects. His ongoing commitment ensures that the legacy of care and compassion will continue to benefit others for years to come.
In-memory giving, such as the D’Souza family’s contribution, is a powerful way to support hospitals and healthcare professionals. It fosters a culture of excellence and ensures that the extraordinary efforts of medical staff are recognized and enhanced, providing future patients with the best possible care.
