Grays youngster enjoys a magic moment at hospital lights switch on

By Nub News Reporter

2nd Dec 2023 | Local News

Lead Chaplain Dani Mayo and Avery Brake
Lead Chaplain Dani Mayo and Avery Brake

THERE was a full-on festive atmosphere at hospitals in mid and south Essex as they switched on their Christmas tree lights.

The lights switch on helped spread a much-needed wave of festive warmth and cheer across Basildon, Broomfield and Southend hospitals – all part of Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

At Basildon Hospital, four-year-old patient from Grays, Avery Brake, who is being treated for leukaemia, switched on the lights, surrounded by hospital staff from various departments.

Jaxon, Avery, Tayler, and Elliott Brake

This was followed by hospital chaplain Dani Mayo blessing the tree and a series of Christmas carols to bring the switch on to a close.

Avery's mum, Tayler, said: "When we came into the hospital today, the Oncology nurse told us that they want Avery to switch on the lights. It has really cheered her up – little things like this means the most."

     

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