Established with the help of community nurses in 1974, the charity has three aims:

• To provide financial support to people who are experiencing difficulties as a consequence of illness or disability. For example, a grant may be made for the provision of equipment, minor adaptations or repairs or to assist with the cost of therapy or care.

• In cases of need, to provide financial assistance to community nurses, including retired nurses and those currently working in Gloucestershire.

• To support nursing services in the community by the provision of, for example, equipment/aids, educational/training grants and part funding of specialist nursing posts.