On the Coast – Families Issue 92 | February / March 18 | Page 15

it really was so humbling and we are just so thankful. It was a community effort, it allowed so many people to be involved, to give and make a difference. Not everyone can give money or time on a regular basis, but people want to help and this project allowed people to come on a mission with us to help families with sick or injured children and they had fun while doing it!’ The Family Room is a warm, welcoming, homely place for families with a sick or injured child in Gosford Hospital to take a break, relax and refuel. A recent visitor and Mum Kirra sums up what a Family Room is all about ‘I first learnt of the family room three years ago when our son was in the nursery, and almost three years to the day I have once again had the pleasure of using the room. What a beautiful, homey feeling place this is. It gives that much needed break away from the hospital atmosphere with little touches that make such a difference; a shower with nice smelling products, fluffy towels, and a place to wash the limited clothes we grabbed at the last minute running out the door on the way to the hospital. All the volunteers are beautiful and are always ready to have a chat and help however they can. Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful space that gives us families a place to play together, or escape from our difficult times on the ward. Forever grateful!’ It’s not often you hear the word pleasure, beautiful or homely when you are talking about being in Hospital, but this is the difference the Family Room makes. To find out how you can help, contact the Family Room on 4320 5617 AT THE COASTAL CLUB Physie is a fusion of dance and pilates incorporating strength, flexibility and fitness. Routines are age appropriate and can be done for fun or competition. Physie aims to build self esteem and confidence in girls and Affordable Classes • First Class Free women of all ages. Come and give physie a try! PRESCHOOL CLASSES ALS O AVAILA Empowering Girls For Life ERINA FAIR BLE P 0439 993 603 E [email protected] www.coastalphysie.com FEBRUARY/MARCH – ISSUE 92 15