A charity has launched a fundraising campaign to transform vital accommodation for cardiac patients and their families.
Southampton-based cardiac charity Heartbeat is appealing to the community to help renovate Rotary Heartbeat House, which offers free nearby accommodation to families while their loved ones receive treatment at University Hospital Southampton.
The charity’s 'Sponsor a Brick' campaign invites individuals, families, and businesses to contribute £100 toward the refurbishment project.
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Tina Richardson, head of operations at Heartbeat, said: "The transformation of Rotary Heartbeat House will make a huge difference to the families we support.
"With the refurbishment including the construction of a new single-storey rear extension, there is a great deal of work taking place.
"We are asking people in the community to support these improvements by sponsoring a brick.
"For every brick sponsored, £100 will go towards ensuring more families can benefit from the support our charity provides."
Rotary Heartbeat House is just a three-minute walk from the hospital, allowing relatives to stay close by during treatment periods.
Each £100 sponsorship will fund renovations to improve accessibility and comfort for families in need.
Sponsors will receive a limited-edition keepsake and have their name displayed on an appreciation plaque inside the house.
Once completed, the upgraded facility will offer additional inclusive accommodation, a remote working space, and a flexible communal hub for events and gatherings.
A new terrace will provide outdoor space, and improved access will be created through new steps and a ramp to the garden.
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Mark Ind, chief executive of Heartbeat, said: "It has been incredible to see this much-needed refurbishment get underway.
"We want to ensure Rotary Heartbeat House is not only accessible to as many families as possible, but also remains a warm, comfortable and welcoming place to stay.
"Any support we receive from our supporters will be greatly appreciated and will help us to continue providing a home from home for families during a difficult time."
Heartbeat supports people living with congenital and cardiovascular disease.
More information about the Sponsor a Brick campaign is available on the charity’s website.
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