December 23, 2025“Every time we love, every time we give, it’s Christmas.”
As we look forward to spending the Christmas season with close friends and family, spare a thought for the patients in our Children’s Unit at Northern Hospital, Epping.
Soft toys, colouring books, puzzles, and games, all wrapped in vibrant, festive paper, showcasing the incredible kindness and generosity of the community, were recently delivered by ISS Facilities Services, to the Children’s Ward at Northern Hospital, Epping. These delightful gifts brought smiles not only to the children but also to their families, spreading joy and Christmas cheer.
Snez Poposka, Facilities Service Manager ISS, began the Christmas Appeal in 2017, with the hope of putting a smile on children’s faces during their hospital stay over Christmas and the New Year.
“The idea was born five years ago. Being a mother myself, I often thought of all the sick children spending their Christmas in a hospital bed, instead of with their families. I didn’t want any of those children to miss out on the joy and happiness of the festive season. Each year, we donate more than 100 gifts to the children in the Children’s Ward. Over the years, we have donated over 500 gifts to the children at the Northern Hospital, Epping. I am grateful to all the ISS and Northern Health staff, as well as the Northern Health Foundation, for their unwavering support and generosity throughout the years,” she said.
Alecia Caddy, Nurse Unit Manager, Children’s Ward, Northern Hospital, Epping, said, “We feel incredibly fortunate to be able to have the ISS team visit Ward Two and donate such amazing gifts to children during the Christmas season. The smiles and pure joy that these gifts bring, to brighten their days spent away from family and friends, is just so special!”
“We thank you and are truly grateful for your generosity and kindness.”
featured Image – Little Leah full of Christmas Joy. Inset – ISS team with Ward 2 staff and Leah
