Lindsey Lodge Hospice has undertaken a full transformation of its in-house café following a £25,722 donation from Esh Construction.
As an essential community space supporting patients, families and local residents, the refurbishment has created a much-needed, homely and less clinical environment, which is now accessible for patients and will serve as the sole breakout space for families, carer support groups, counselling teams, and community nursing staff.
Rachel Hanlon, Social Value Coordinator at Esh Construction said: “We are delighted to have been able to support Lindsey Lodge Hospice through meaningful social value initiatives including donations and volunteering. This café is more than just a place to eat – it’s a lifeline for many in the community, and we’re proud to have helped unlock its full potential.
“Our donation has helped Lindsey Lodge begin to create long-term benefits like increased fundraising through commercial use, greater community engagement, enhanced patient experience and wellbeing, and improved operational efficiency for hospice staff.”
The improved and more efficient design will enable the hospice to cater for more customers, host external community events and welcome local groups such as Slimming World, while also increasing volunteer engagement and fundraising opportunities.
Tom Moody, Director of Income Generation at Lindsey Lodge, said: “We are incredibly grateful for the donation from Esh Construction to renovate our restaurant at Lindsey Lodge Hospice. Nationally hospices across the country are struggling to fund their services. For Lindsey Lodge only a third of what we do is funded by the Government, which means we need to raise the rest through generous donations, fundraising events and charity retail. We would not have been able to make these renovations without this generous donation from Esh, which will play a vital part in helping to keep our Hospice sustainable.”
The refurbishment has allowed Lindsey Lodge to update the décor with a fresh, cohesive new look, while expanding their seating capacity. This means they can welcome even more guests, take more bookings, and ultimately, raise more vital funds for the hospice. The renovated space boasts a natural yet cosy feel, with a flexible layout perfect for larger parties and even private events.
The hospice is aiming for a boost in annual revenue as a result of the transformation project, which will provide further investment in patient care. It is anticipated that there will be a 20% increase in daily covers and internal staff engagement sessions and meetings can now take place in the café, reducing the need to spend charity funds on external venues.
The donation was provided by Esh Construction in partnership with YOR4Good Fund as part of social value commitments on the M181 Southern Junction scheme. The multi-million-pound development has been completed on behalf of North Lincolnshire Council, and the new road layout is expected to bring increased passing trade to the hospice café, enhancing its visibility and accessibility.
Esh identified Lindsey Lodge Hospice was located on the doorstep of the construction site, just 2.8km away.
Andy Poole, Catering Manager at Lindsey Lodge Hospice added: “The renovation has been well received by our regular customers, staff and patients. Since we reopened, we have seen a rise in bookings and income for our restaurant. We are incredibly grateful for the support.”
In addition to the café refurbishment, Esh has donated 16 tablets which the hospice plans to install in patients’ rooms, allowing video calls with loved ones.
We are delighted to have been able to support Lindsey Lodge Hospice through meaningful social value initiatives including donations and volunteering. This café is more than just a place to eat – it’s a lifeline for many in the community, and we’re proud to have helped unlock its full potential.
“Our donation has helped Lindsey Lodge begin to create long-term benefits like increased fundraising through commercial use, greater community engagement, enhanced patient experience and wellbeing, and improved operational efficiency for hospice staff.”
