Register today for the Galway Memorial Walk. The walk along Salthill Prom on Sunday September 8 will see hundreds gather together to walk in memory of their loved ones, and to support Galway Hospice.
A special family event with live music, mascots and balloon modelling, the 6.5km walk will commence at 12noon at the Claddagh Hall. Many walkers wear t-shirts bearing the names of their loved ones. Personalised t-shirts are available in both English and as Gaeilge, so participants can choose between ‘I’m walking in memory of…’ and ‘Tá mé ag siúl i gcuimhne ar...’ The deadline for personalised t-shirts is 23rd August. For the first time this year, a limited number of non-personalised children’s t-shirts are also available to buy on the Galway Hospice online shop at www.galwayhospice.ie/shop “The Galway Memorial Walk has become a very special and unique annual event for the people of Galway city and county over the past 19 years,” said Galway Hospice Chief Executive, Mary Nash. “What people remark on most of all is how personal and uplifting the event is for them. It is truly a celebration of life, honouring deceased family members and friends in a uniquely personal yet public manner. 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 8th September.”
In addition to remembering those no longer with us, the walk is an opportunity to help raise vital funds for Galway Hospice and support the care of patients and families who are living with life-limiting conditions in our community. Demand for hospice services continues to grow and the Galway Hospice Community Palliative Care Team, who support patients at home and in the community 365 days a year, cared for 974 patients across Galway city and county last year.
So step forward and support! Join the Galway Memorial Walk by registering at galwayhospice.ie/walk or call Galway Hospice Fundraising on 091-770868.
