Friends of Johnson Community Hospital

Friends of Johnson Community Hospital The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital is a registered charity - supporting the hospital. Registered Charity No: 214542

SOME HISTORY

On the 7th June 2014, The League of Friends of Johnson Community Hospital celebrated its Diamond Jubilee Celebration in the grounds of Johnson Community Hospital. The League of Friends of Spalding Hospitals, now known as the Friends of Johnson Community Hospital, was formed by a group of ladies headed by Nellie Fowler and a local bank manager. The aim was to care for the well-being and comfort of patients at the Johnson Hospital and the Mintling Home in Pinchbeck Road, later to be known as the Avalon Ward which was situated opposite the Johnson Hospital. Some years later, the Avalon hospital was re-located to Roman Bank in Spalding and was called the Welland Hospital. The League's aim in those early days was to provide toiletries, confectionery, outings and gifts for patients to make their stay in hospital a little more comfortable. Today, those aims continue, with a trolley shop manned by the friends giving a friendly smile and stopping for a chat. The patients also receive a gift at Christmas and on Mothering Sunday. Johnson Hospital was founded through a bequest in the wills of the Misses Elizabeth Ann and Mary Ann Johnson, daughters of the Reverend Walter Maurice Johnson, and dedicated by the Bishop of Lincoln in 1881. The cost of the building and equipping the hospital was £9044.9s.4d. In 1981, a group of business people launched the Centenary Appeal providing and equipping an Outpatients' Department in Priory Road which was a very welcome and well used facility. In 2010, HRH Princess Anne was invited to formally open the new hospital. She spent a happy time with staff and patients making it a very special day of celebration. The new name "The Johnson Community Hospital" depicts the special relationship with all the people of South Holland. It is "our" hospital where the doctors, nurses and staff are perpetuating the ideals laid down so many years ago. THE PRESENT DAY

The League of Friends is a registered charity - Charity Number 214542 - with trustees drawn from organisations and individuals in the local community wishing to support the hospital. As technology has advanced in recent years, the Friends have raised funds to provide equipment that would not have been possible through the NHS. In recent years, the League has launched appeals for scanners and other hi-tech equipment which have been generously supported with donations from businesses and voluntary organisations within the town and district. The hospital is fully equipped but there is always a need for additional equipment to improve the services and comfort of those attending the hospital. In the first six years since occupying the new hospital the Friends have purchased medical equipment and gifts in excess of £44,000.00 None of this would have been possible without the generous support from donations and legacies from businesses, voluntary organisations and the good people of South Holland and beyond.

Thanks you to Turners Fish & Chips, The Loft and Pacey's for your generous raffle prizes. Very much appreciated.
05/11/2025

Thanks you to Turners Fish & Chips, The Loft and Pacey's for your generous raffle prizes. Very much appreciated.

A Taste of Gratitude – Thank You to Our Generous Local Businesses!

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to say a huge thank you to Turners Fish Restaurant for their generous donation of a meal in the restaurant gift voucher. What a delicious prize to look forward to — a real treat for one lucky raffle winner at our forthcoming Christmas Fayre!

A big thank you to The Loft in Spalding for kindly donating a gift voucher for our Christmas Fayre raffle. Whether it’s a coffee catch-up or a tasty bite to eat, this prize will be a real delight for the winner. ☕🥪

The Friends would also like to thank Paceys in Spalding for their generous Afternoon Tea for One gift voucher. A perfect prize for someone who enjoys a little indulgence — delicious treats, tea, and relaxation all in one! 🍰☕

A Taste of Gratitude – Thank You to Our Generous Local Businesses!The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like t...
05/11/2025

A Taste of Gratitude – Thank You to Our Generous Local Businesses!

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to say a huge thank you to Turners Fish Restaurant for their generous donation of a meal in the restaurant gift voucher. What a delicious prize to look forward to — a real treat for one lucky raffle winner at our forthcoming Christmas Fayre!

A big thank you to The Loft in Spalding for kindly donating a gift voucher for our Christmas Fayre raffle. Whether it’s a coffee catch-up or a tasty bite to eat, this prize will be a real delight for the winner. ☕🥪

The Friends would also like to thank Paceys in Spalding for their generous Afternoon Tea for One gift voucher. A perfect prize for someone who enjoys a little indulgence — delicious treats, tea, and relaxation all in one! 🍰☕

Thank you Pamper time with Louise Neal Avon for your generous raffle prize.
05/11/2025

Thank you Pamper time with Louise Neal Avon for your generous raffle prize.

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to say a big thank you to Louise Neal for her generous raffle prize — a beautifully themed “Believe in Christmas” Gift Bag.

It’s the perfect addition to our forthcoming Christmas Fayre and will no doubt bring a touch of festive magic to our raffle table! 🎄

Thank you, Louise, for your kindness and support. Every contribution helps us make a real difference for the patients, staff, and visitors at Johnson Community Hospital.

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to say a big thank you to Louise Neal for her generous raffle prize...
05/11/2025

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to say a big thank you to Louise Neal for her generous raffle prize — a beautifully themed “Believe in Christmas” Gift Bag.

It’s the perfect addition to our forthcoming Christmas Fayre and will no doubt bring a touch of festive magic to our raffle table! 🎄

Thank you, Louise, for your kindness and support. Every contribution helps us make a real difference for the patients, staff, and visitors at Johnson Community Hospital.

And for anyone visiting soon - Birchgrove Garden Centre is already full of Christmas magic, with a stunning display of C...
05/11/2025

And for anyone visiting soon - Birchgrove Garden Centre is already full of Christmas magic, with a stunning display of Christmas trees ready to bring festive cheer! 🎄

A Spooktacular Thank You to Birchgrove Garden Centre! 🎃🎄

Yesterday, members of the Friends of Johnson Community Hospital visited Birchgrove Garden Centre in Pinchbeck to say a heartfelt thank you for their generous donation of £153.26.

The money was raised through Birchgrove’s incredible “House of Horrors,” which ran throughout October as part of their Halloween celebrations. Over the years, Birchgrove has been a wonderful supporter of our charity - and we’re so grateful for their continued kindness.

Our friendship with Birchgrove began some time ago when they supplied the lovely outdoor tables and chairs now enjoyed by visitors, patients, and nurses alike. The Friends paid for this furniture thanks to the generosity of our local community in supporting our charity.

This latest donation will be put to good use, and we’ll be sure to let Birchgrove know exactly how it’s been spent to benefit both the hard working staff and for the comfort of the patients.

And for anyone visiting soon - Birchgrove Garden Centre is already full of Christmas magic, with a stunning display of Christmas trees ready to bring festive cheer! 🎄

In the pic we have Mark (the Creative Genius behind the House of Horrors and employee); Richard (Birchgrove employee), Gary Slater (Birchgrove's owner), Marlene (Creative Genius' volunteer helper), Christine Grocock (Friends' Secretary) and Christine Lawton (Friends' President)

A Spooktacular Thank You to Birchgrove Garden Centre! 🎃🎄Yesterday, members of the Friends of Johnson Community Hospital ...
05/11/2025

A Spooktacular Thank You to Birchgrove Garden Centre! 🎃🎄

Yesterday, members of the Friends of Johnson Community Hospital visited Birchgrove Garden Centre in Pinchbeck to say a heartfelt thank you for their generous donation of £153.26.

The money was raised through Birchgrove’s incredible “House of Horrors,” which ran throughout October as part of their Halloween celebrations. Over the years, Birchgrove has been a wonderful supporter of our charity - and we’re so grateful for their continued kindness.

Our friendship with Birchgrove began some time ago when they supplied the lovely outdoor tables and chairs now enjoyed by visitors, patients, and nurses alike. The Friends paid for this furniture thanks to the generosity of our local community in supporting our charity.

This latest donation will be put to good use, and we’ll be sure to let Birchgrove know exactly how it’s been spent to benefit both the hard working staff and for the comfort of the patients.

And for anyone visiting soon - Birchgrove Garden Centre is already full of Christmas magic, with a stunning display of Christmas trees ready to bring festive cheer! 🎄

In the pic we have Mark (the Creative Genius behind the House of Horrors and employee); Richard (Birchgrove employee), Gary Slater (Birchgrove's owner), Marlene (Creative Genius' volunteer helper), Christine Grocock (Friends' Secretary) and Christine Lawton (Friends' President)

If you missed us today, don’t worry - our next Christmas Table Top Sale will be held in the hospital foyer again on Wedn...
05/11/2025

If you missed us today, don’t worry - our next Christmas Table Top Sale will be held in the hospital foyer again on Wednesday, 12th November from 10am to 2pm. We look forward to seeing you there for more festive cheer and gift ideas!

A Wonderful Start to our Christmas Table Top Sales!!

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who took the time to visit our first Christmas Table Top Sale today, held in the hospital foyer. It was such a pleasure to see so many familiar faces and to meet new friends too.

The sale of our Christmas goods went really well, and we are so grateful for the wonderful support shown by everyone who stopped by, chatted, and made a purchase. Every penny raised will go towards buying equipment for the hardworking nurses and for the comfort of the patients at Johnson Community Hospital.

If you missed us today, don’t worry - our next Christmas Table Top Sale will be held in the hospital foyer again on Wednesday, 12th November from 10am to 2pm. We look forward to seeing you there for more festive cheer and gift ideas!

A Wonderful Start to our Christmas Table Top Sales!!The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to extend a hea...
05/11/2025

A Wonderful Start to our Christmas Table Top Sales!!

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who took the time to visit our first Christmas Table Top Sale today, held in the hospital foyer. It was such a pleasure to see so many familiar faces and to meet new friends too.

The sale of our Christmas goods went really well, and we are so grateful for the wonderful support shown by everyone who stopped by, chatted, and made a purchase. Every penny raised will go towards buying equipment for the hardworking nurses and for the comfort of the patients at Johnson Community Hospital.

If you missed us today, don’t worry - our next Christmas Table Top Sale will be held in the hospital foyer again on Wednesday, 12th November from 10am to 2pm. We look forward to seeing you there for more festive cheer and gift ideas!

Thank you for being a top engager and making it on to the Friends weekly engagement list! 🎉 Lou Ford, Ken Challans, Jane...
04/11/2025

Thank you for being a top engager and making it on to the Friends weekly engagement list! 🎉 Lou Ford, Ken Challans, Jane Tagg

Thank you Victoria House Tearoom and Claire’s balloon flair for your generous raffle prizes
31/10/2025

Thank you Victoria House Tearoom and Claire’s balloon flair for your generous raffle prizes

🎄🎁 A Huge Thank You to Victoria House Tea Room and Claire’s Balloon Flair! 🎈☕

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to express our warmest thanks to two wonderful local businesses for their generous support of our forthcoming Christmas Fayre.

Thank you to Victoria House Tea Room for donating a Cream Tea Voucher — a perfect treat for anyone who enjoys a delicious afternoon indulgence! 🍰☕

And thank you to Claire’s Balloon Flair (Balloon Stylist) for kindly donating a voucher — your creative flair always adds that extra sparkle to any occasion! 🎈✨

Your generosity helps make our raffle extra special and supports our ongoing efforts to raise funds for equipment and comforts for the patients and staff at Johnson Community Hospital.

Our Christmas Fayre will be held on Saturday, 22nd November 2025, from 2pm to 4pm at Pinchbeck Village Hall. Free entry - come along for a festive afternoon of fun, music, and wonderful prizes! 🎅🎶

🎄🎁 A Huge Thank You to Victoria House Tea Room and Claire’s Balloon Flair! 🎈☕The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital w...
31/10/2025

🎄🎁 A Huge Thank You to Victoria House Tea Room and Claire’s Balloon Flair! 🎈☕

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to express our warmest thanks to two wonderful local businesses for their generous support of our forthcoming Christmas Fayre.

Thank you to Victoria House Tea Room for donating a Cream Tea Voucher — a perfect treat for anyone who enjoys a delicious afternoon indulgence! 🍰☕

And thank you to Claire’s Balloon Flair (Balloon Stylist) for kindly donating a voucher — your creative flair always adds that extra sparkle to any occasion! 🎈✨

Your generosity helps make our raffle extra special and supports our ongoing efforts to raise funds for equipment and comforts for the patients and staff at Johnson Community Hospital.

Our Christmas Fayre will be held on Saturday, 22nd November 2025, from 2pm to 4pm at Pinchbeck Village Hall. Free entry - come along for a festive afternoon of fun, music, and wonderful prizes! 🎅🎶

Thank you In-Trim Hair & Beauty for your generous raffle prize donation
30/10/2025

Thank you In-Trim Hair & Beauty for your generous raffle prize donation

🎄✨ A Big Thank You to Intrim Hair and Beauty! ✨🎄

The Friends of Johnson Community Hospital would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Intrim Hair and Beauty in Pinchbeck for their generous donation of a raffle prize for our forthcoming Christmas Fayre. 🎁

Your support helps make our raffle extra special and contributes directly to raising funds for equipment and comforts for both patients and staff at Johnson Community Hospital.

Our Christmas Fayre promises to be a wonderfully festive afternoon filled with Christmas cheer, music, games, and fantastic prizes — including yours! 🎅🎶

Thank you once again, Intrim, for your kindness and community spirit. 💙

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