A TROLLEY full of fans and radios were music to Stroke Unit’s ears.

Sainsburys Local Store in Rayleigh, has continued their support for the Stroke Unit at Southend Hospital for a second year.

As well as raising more than £2,000 in store they recently donated a trolley full of personal radios and fans.

Kim Oddy, Ward Manager, said: “We are so grateful for these items and they will make a huge difference to our patients.”

Becky Hill, from the Local Store, Eastwood Road said: “We are delighted to be given a chance to donate essential items that the Stroke Unit at Southend Hospital need, especially with the hot weather we have started to experience.

“It has been great to be able to make patients have a more comfortable stay.

Ms Hill added: “We know how much these small things are appreciated by the patients and staff when we bring them to the wards.”

The Southend Hospital Charity has launched a dedicated new website featuring details of all its appeals, how to become a volunteer, fundraising news, upcoming events. Visit https://southendhospitalcharity.co.uk/