18 March 2025

Supporting New Brain Tumour Research Fellowship

The inaugural Scottish Neuro-oncology Fellowship is co-funded by NHS Lothian Charity, demonstrating the Charity’s commitment to supporting vital research that will directly benefit patients in across Lothian and beyond.

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Three children feeding a llama as part of a trip for young people with a cancer diagnosis

Making a difference for children living with cancer

Young people aged 13 to 18 who are undergoing treatment for cancer enjoyed a special trip to connect with others and try new experiences.

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Building for the Future: Supporting a Legacy of Patient-Centred Care at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre

We are delighted to have supported the teams at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre with their ongoing programme of works and their holistic approach to patient care.

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two members of staff talking to a patient as he undergoes treatment

20 December 2024

Your Support is Making a Difference at the Edinburgh C...

New Edinburgh Cancer Centre website launched to help patients with cancer. Thanks to incredible support from NHS Lothian Charity, as […]

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Enhancing the Patient Experience at East Lothian Community Hospital

Thanks to the generous support of The Blythe Family Trust, we are delighted to be funding several key projects designed to significantly enhance the experience of patients and their families, with a particular focus on those in our inpatient wards who require more specialist and long-term care.

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NHS Staff writing on the chalk board in the SALT Rooms at East Lothian Community Hospital

Transforming Children’s Speech and Language Therapy Rooms at East Lothian Community Hospital

We have continued our programme of art and therapeutic design to improve patient experience at East Lothian Community Hospital. The latest project has created bright, stimulating Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) rooms to support children on their communication journey.

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Providing comforts for families when they need it most

We are delighted to have supported NHS Lothian staff within the Edinburgh Cancer Centre to establish a sanctuary for families navigating a terminal illness diagnosis.

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Elevating care for patients with neurological conditions or weak leg muscles

NHS Lothian Charity has supported physiotherapists at the Astley Ainsley Hospital with the acquisition of an Electric Arjo Walker, a […]

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Supporting Edinburgh Cancer Centre: Expanding Capacity to Accelerate Progress in Cancer Care

NHS Lothian Charity has helped to increase quality and efficiency of cancer care, as part of NHS Lothian’s ongoing programme […]

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NHS Lothian staff smiling with two therapy ponies

Bringing Smiles and Connection: How Therapy Ponies and Owls are Uplifting Patients at Ellens Glen Hospital

NHS Lothian staff are supporting patients wellbeing through innovative approaches to care that go beyond traditional medicine. At Ellens Glen […]

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