Weekend Breaks
We organise weekend hotel stays for you and your loved ones.
Our Memorable Days offer respite and relief away from the stress of a cancer diagnosis and the affect it has on daily life. They are tailored to suit your needs and provide you and your loved ones with a wonderful opportunity to make lasting memories.
Your memorable days are tailored to suit your needs to offer a unique occasion for you and your loved ones. Customised experiences we can provide include;
Concert Tickets
We can send you to see your favourite singer, band or theatre show.
Sports Events
We can fund and organise your sporting day out to see your favourite team or sports event.
Bucket List
We can help you tick off an activity on your bucket list.
Overseas Trips
Each year we are able to fund a small amount of trips abroad.
Bespoke Experiences
We can provide you with a customised day unique to you and your family.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for a memorable day you must meet the following criteria:
- You are a resident in Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire or Cambridgeshire.
- If you are applying on behalf of a child or infant you are aged over 18 years.
- You are either undergoing treatment for cancer (any stage or type) or have completed a course of treatment within 18 months of the date we receive your completed application.
- Able to provide a recent utility bill and photo ID.
- If you are applying following the loss of a loved one we will require proof of the deceased and your relationship to them. The certificate must be dated within 18 months of application.
- You are able to provide a letter (dated within the last three months) from your healthcare professional verifying your diagnosis, this can be a nurse, GP, registrar or consultant who you see regularly for your care.
- You have not previously benefited from a memorable day from Lasting Memories.
- You are willing to abide by our terms and conditions, including providing photos and feedback on your experience.
- Grants are typically capped at £500 however, on occasions we will exceed this amount depending on circumstance.
HOW TO APPLY
We have tried to make our application process as simple as possible. There are two ways to apply,
- Via our online application form below.
- By completing a Memorable Days Application Form and posting it to the address below or by email to memorable.days@lmcancertrust.co.uk
Please complete all sections of the application form so we can process it as quickly as possible. Failure to complete the form in full might result in us declining the application.