The Neonatal Unit at Heartlands Hospital received an £800 donation this month, thanks to the generosity of Elaine Forrest who passed away earlier this year.

Elaine asked for donations instead of flowers at her funeral and her husband David and sons, Darren and Daniel, delivered the cheque to the unit. The donation will allow the unit to buy a new ventilator.

This was a cause close to Elaine’s heart as son Darren was cared for in the unit when he was born six weeks prematurely and her other son Daniels’ own son was also born early and cared for there.

David Forrest said: “She knew how passionate and dedicated the staff on the Neonatal unit are, every day they go the extra mile and do wonderful work. She didn’t want any flowers but she asked for donations because she wanted the money to go to something close to her heart, to a good cause. She would be happy now knowing that it will make a difference.”