This project allowed members of the public to record their thanks for the NHS and its employees, particularly during the Covid pandemic; CHAPS joined with other local organisations to support the national celebration of the 72nd birthday of the NHS and as a mark of respect for all those who had lost their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic,
CHAPS arranged to have use of the band stand in Cannock Town Centre over a period of time leading up to 5th July. They provided ribbons which could have messages written on them and were then tied to the bandstand, making a rainbow of ribbons and messages. They approached local shops to join with them – members of the public were able to collect ribbons from there too.
On the 4th and 5th of July there was a rainbow light show on and around the bandstand.
Members of the Cannock Chase area were pleased to be able to write their own messages of thanks to the NHS and to individuals within the NHS as well as having the opportunity to honour those who had lost their lives during this time.