FAMILIES are invited to celebrate the life of loved ones in a different way this year.
St Luke's will be holding their annual Light up a Life service online next month due to Covid-19.
Hundreds of people usually gather at the hospice to dedicate a light.
This year, the hospice is hoping to bring everyone together at home for a service of remembrance at 6pm on Sunday, December 6.
Dr Andrea Graham, director of clinical services at the hospice, said: "Each and every year we have gathered outside the hospice for our Light up a Life service in memory of those we have loved and lost.
Dr Andrea Graham, director of clinical services at St Luke's Hospice
"It is an incredibly important annual event for our hospice and has provided much comfort over the years.
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"Sadly, this year we cannot gather at the hospice, but we are extending a warm invite to our online service."
Hundreds of people normally gather at St Luke's Hospice for a Light up a Life service, which will be held online this year due to Covid-19
Dedicating a light in memory of someone special can be a very comforting experience, offering a moment for relatives and friends to join together in remembrance and reflection.
Anyone wishing to dedicate a light is asked to do so by next Wednesday, November 25, so that the name of loved ones can be included in a Book of Memories which can be viewed online.
After what has been such a difficult year for everyone, the hospice hopes their service will bring comfort and light.
Anyone can make a donation in memory of someone special, they do not need to have been cared for by St Luke's.
To dedicate a light visit slhospice.co.uk/ways-to-support-us/lightupalife/
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