Paddy and Iris had been together for 19 years.  After Paddy was diagnosed in 2009 they decided to marry in 2010.  Looking forward to their 5^th wedding anniversary they decided to book a special lunch at Jolley’s – something that they had wanted to do for some time.

Unfortunately just before their anniversary Paddy was admitted to the Mary Potter Hospice.  At this stage they did not know if this was for respite or end of life care.  It turned out to be the former for Paddy’s first admission.

Once the Hospice staff learnt about the Jolley’s lunch booking they asked The Mary Potter Foundation to help out.  Iris arranged for a friend to pick them up from the Hospice and take them to the restaurant.  The Foundation was only too happy to foot the bill so that Iris and Paddy could enjoy their long awaited lunch and special celebration.

Iris said it was a really lovely gesture and so unexpected.  They both appreciated the chance to make the most of their wedding anniversary.

In memory of Paddy who passed away in the Mary Potter Hospice in 2015.