University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity

🚨 Radio alert! 🔊

Our fab supporter, Melanie Campbell, was on the late breakfast show with Sparky at Hot Radio this morning to share how her fundraising is going! 🏃‍♀️

Melanie has set herself an epic challenge covering more than 100 miles to raise £10,000 towards the additional CT scanner in the new Emergency Department in the BEACH building at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. 🏥💛

Listen back to hear the interview at 36 minutes in at https://player.autopod.xyz/631148 and support Mel's fantastic fundraiser here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/run102point7. 🔗

We're thrilled to announce that thanks to the incredible generosity of our local community, University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity has successfully achieved its funding goal to fund a state-of-the-art surgical eye simulator for the Royal Bournemouth Hospital! 🎉

With this state-of-the-art equipment, University Hospitals Dorset will be able to train the next generation of surgeons across Wessex at Royal Bournemouth Hospital's Eye Unit. This enhanced equipment will ensure that our hospital leads the way in providing safe, effective sight-saving operations for patients. 👁️

This remarkable achievement is a testament to the tremendous impact made possible by the support and dedication of our local community. Thank you for helping us elevate ophthalmic care at University Hospitals Dorset and give our patients the best outlook possible! 💖

You can read more about this fantastic achievement on the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity website here: https://www.uhdcharity.org/news/latest-news/bright-future-in-sight-as-fundraising-target-is-reached-for-new-surgical-eye-simulator/. 🔗

Get ready to turn up the heat on your summer! Join the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity lottery today and show your support for your local hospitals. By signing up before Saturday 27 July 2024, you could not only have the chance to win fantastic cash prizes every week but also score the Ultimate Summer BBQ Party Ninja Bundle - all for just £1 a week! ☀️😎

Imagine firing up the outdoor pizza oven and Ninja Woodfire electric BBQ, wowing your guests with delicious artisanal pizza and smoky barbecue delights. You can even cool off with refreshing fruit smoothies and homemade ice cream! 🍦

And if the unpredictable British weather strikes, fear not, as you’ll also be the proud owner of a top-of-the-line Ninja Foodi dual-zone air fryer to keep the indoor celebrations sizzling! 🤩

Joining the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity lottery isn’t just about the fun and prizes - it’s about making a real difference and helping to boost NHS services at Poole, Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals. 🏥❤️

So, grab your £1 ticket through our website today and join us in enhancing patient care and treatment and supporting the fantastic NHS staff in your local hospitals: https://buff.ly/3QVjUKS. 🔗

We’d like to brighten up the beginning of your week with some great news – The BEACH Appeal has received a £15,000 pledge from the Talbot Village Trust towards our new Critical Care Wellbeing Garden! 🏥💛

The BEACH building at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital in 2025, will house a new 30-bed Critical Care Unit on the first floor, making it one of the biggest in the country. The new Critical Care Unit also aims to offer outdoor spaces for Critical Care patients, to bring them fresh air and a spot of nature to our most unwell patients. 🎍🌻

The healing power of fresh air and natural light is immeasurable for patients. However, due to the current practicality of transporting medical equipment and the need for staff to stay near the unit in case of emergencies, very few Critical Care patients are taken outdoors. 🌳

We plan to create a soothing wellbeing garden on a balcony adjacent to the future Critical Care Unit at the BEACH building, making outdoor spaces more accessible for patients. ☀️ ☁️

Plus, this space will offer a peaceful setting for visitors to connect with their loved ones away from the clinical environment. 👩‍👩‍👦‍👦

Our dedicated Critical Care staff will also have a separate green space for relaxation and restoration during their shifts. Their wellbeing is as important as that of our patients as they give their all to care for people and their loved ones at what can be such a stressful time. 💖

We are immensely grateful to the Talbot Village Trust for their generous pledge. Your support is helping us transform the healthcare experience for Dorset at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust's BEACH Building. ✨

Join us in creating a brighter future for every patient, visitor and NHS staff member at our new BEACH building by supporting The BEACH Appeal and helping fund vital projects: https://buff.ly/4bnFh0A. 🔗

Thank you so much, Caitlin, for your generosity in helping bereaved parents and relatives who are supported by SPRING Support. 🌸💜

✨ Attention all local artists, crafters, creatives and businesses! Reserve your spot at the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity's flagship Walk for Wards event, taking place on 28 September 2024! ✨

We are hosting a charity walk offering three different distances: a leisurely 3km, a fun 5km and a challenging 10km through the beautiful and historic Upton Country Park and House in Poole. 🚶‍♂️ 🚶‍♀️ 🌳

Following the walk, participants will have the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic market featuring local businesses, family entertainment and live music. 🎶

We would love to have as many local artists, creatives and businesses as possible at our Walk for Wards 2024 market. Plus, it's only £20 to secure your spot! ❤️

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! Express your interest by filling out this form for a chance to book your pitch at Walk for Wards: https://buff.ly/4b4vEUu 🔗

If you have any questions or need further details, please contact us at [email protected] or give us a call at 0300 019 4060. 📲

It's going to be a memorable day, and we are looking forward to seeing you there! 😊

Get ready to embark on an incredible adventure and make a significant impact on the lives of patients, families and NHS staff at University Hospitals Dorset’s sites! By joining us for an epic charity challenge in 2025, you’ll be pushing yourself to new heights and supporting a cause that directly benefits your local healthcare services. 🤩

You could conquer a 30-mile route in the stunning Snowdonia landscape, trek to the top of the highest single free-standing mountain above sea level or cycle the length of mainland UK. 🚴 ⛰️

Your participation will test your limits and transform the lives of patients, families and NHS staff who visit University Hospitals Dorset — above and beyond what the NHS funds. ❤️🏥

Visit our website and sign up for a memory-making challenge at https://buff.ly/3BrWY10. 🔗

You can choose where your fundraising efforts go, whether to a specific ward close to your heart, The BEACH Appeal or let University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity allocate your generosity to projects most in need. The power is all in your hands! ✨

Take advantage of this opportunity to do something incredible while participating in a challenge that will impact your local hospitals. Join us today, and let’s keep pushing for a better tomorrow for our healthcare services! 💪

We had the pleasure of meeting Susan Cummings from St Mary's Mews recently. During Easter, the lovely residents of St Mary’s Mews organised a charity raffle for the charity and raised an incredible £150 for University Hospitals Dorset's Stroke Services. ✨

A big thank you to everyone involved! Meeting with you all was absolutely fantastic, and your support for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity means the world to us! 💖

Get ready to rock with hospital band On The NASH at Canvas nightclub on Friday 19 July 2024! They'll be bringing the house down with an electrifying mix of rock and pop classics that you won't want to miss. 🎸🥁

Plus, tickets for this epic evening are just £10! Hurry over to the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity offices in Royal Bournemouth Hospital or Poole Hospital to grab your ticket. You can also secure your spot by calling us on 0300 019 4060/8449. 📲

Funds raised from the ON THE NASH night will go to Gully's Place and Hope for Food — two incredible services that could really use your support. 🧸❤️

The doors open at 7:30 pm, and the stage is set for an unforgettable night. We can't wait to see you there! 🎶

Our BEACH Appeal has achieved an incredible milestone - £100,000 in donations – all thanks to amazing supporters like you! 🥳🎉

Your generosity will make a significant impact by supporting various projects and essential additional support that will be needed to enhance the care provided to those who walk through the doors of the new BEACH building at Royal Bournemouth Hospital. 🏥 💛

Together, we can bring joy to children through new indoor and outdoor play areas at the heart of the new Children's Health Department, create a peaceful well-being garden for patients and staff adjacent to the Critical Care Unit and improve spaces such as the Spiritual Centre and the Emergency Department to cater to the diverse needs of our community. 🌟

With your support, we can make a lasting difference for every patient, staff member, and community member visiting University Hospitals Dorset's new BEACH building. 🌈💪

Please consider donating to The BEACH Appeal on our website so that we can continue to serve you and our community better than ever before: https://buff.ly/4a4ZYhn. 🔗

Remember the incredible time we had at the Walk for Wards event last year? It was such an amazing day, walking together and showing our support for the fantastic services at University Hospitals Dorset! 🤩

Get ready for this year's Walk for Wards event on Saturday 28 September 2024 - it's going to be even bigger and better! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

Lace up your trainers for a leisurely 3km stroll, a fun 5km jog or challenge yourself with a full 10km run around the stunning Upton Country Park in Poole.

It's an amazing opportunity to demonstrate our gratitude for the amazing work of our dedicated NHS staff and raise essential funds for a ward or department that means a lot to you. 🏥

So, bring together your friends, family, workmates, community groups and even your furry friends for a day of fun in support of our local hospitals! 💖

Sign up here and let's make a real difference together: https://buff.ly/4e9hOTL 🔗

Get ready to take on the challenge of a lifetime at the world-famous London Marathon in 2025 with Team University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity! 🏃‍♀️🏃💨

Join us and truly impact your community by raising vital funds for your local hospitals, which make a real difference in the lives of thousands of people every day. ✨

The London Marathon is the ultimate dream for any runner or thrill-seeker! Race through the stunning streets of London, passing iconic landmarks and experiencing an electrifying atmosphere with cheering crowds all around you. 🤩

By joining our team, you'll be supporting the essential services and incredible NHS staff at University Hospitals Dorset, who provide life-changing care to people in our region. 🏥💖

Whether you're a marathon rookie or a seasoned pro, running the London Marathon 2025 with Team University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity will be an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out — sign up now for a chance to be a part of something extraordinary for your local hospitals: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/TCSLondonMarathon2025. 🔗

We recently had a ‘flab-u-lous' time with Good Vibrations Poole, a vibration workout centre in the local area. 💪

Good Vibrations Poole did an incredible job raising £440 for University Hospitals Dorset's Stroke Services through a delightful clothing sale. 👕👗

Meeting Jan and Sue from the team was wonderful. They were so passionate about supporting University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity and our local hospitals' Stroke Services, a cause close to their hearts!

Thank you for your incredible support, and we're looking forward to seeing you again soon! 🧡💙

🚨 Today is the last day to nominate the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity for the Benefact Group's Movement for Good Drawing. With your help, we could receive £5,000 to support children and young people receiving care from our hospitals! 🚨

Take a minute to click on the link below and send in your nomination TODAY, Friday 21 June, before the midnight cut-off: https://buff.ly/4c6zVbs. 🔗

By nominating University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, you can help fund essential projects for our littlest patients and their families. While NHS funding covers the core necessities, many items and services can relieve additional pressures for children and their loved ones during their time at University Hospitals Dorset. 🏥❤️

Your support could help us fund the additional services that can make a real difference to families while their babies need extra care in the neonatal unit. 👶 It could help the Gully's Place service, which supports children and young people with life-limiting conditions from the point of diagnosis, providing care in the hospital, at home, and within the community. 🧸

Your nomination could even help us raise funds for crucial projects that are part of our BEACH Appeal. These projects would help young people across our region, such as the indoor and outdoor at the heart of the new Children’s Health Department. 💛

We need your help to make this happen! Let's come together and bring positive change to the lives of children and young people in our region. Your support is invaluable, and we can't thank you enough for being part of this amazing journey! 🌈💪

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🎶 Join us for a weekend of good vibes, amazing music and a good cause at the Bournemouth Reggae Weekender on 26-28 July! 🌴🎵

Show your support for University Hospitals Dorset's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and the amazing work they do for our tiniest community members by purchasing your ticket to this wonderful event through our link here: https://buff.ly/4bWmj2j 🔗

Let's dance to the rhythm of reggae and make a difference together! 💃💖

Don't forget to mark your calendars and spread the word. Can't wait to see you there! 🙌

🌟 There's still time to join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance and generosity hosted by the lead respiratory physiologist at University Hospitals Dorset, Deben Harris! 🌟

This Black Tie Evening is your chance to make a difference and be part of Deben's incredible fundraising journey for University Hospitals Dorset's Parkinson's and Respiratory Services in honour of his late dad, Lee.

By purchasing a ticket, you're gaining access to a glamorous event and becoming a crucial part of Deben's journey as he prepares to trek up Mount Kilimanjaro in October. Your presence and support will play a significant role in raising vital funds for this extraordinary feat and the meaningful cause behind it. ✨🏔️

Let's come together for an evening of glamour, inspiration and compassion. ❤️

Learn more about Deben's story below and how you can support his remarkable endeavour! ⬇️

We are immensely grateful for Perla Gabuya's generosity and dedication after raising a phenomenal £2,775.50 for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity! 💖

On Saturday 21 October 2023, the then-75-year-old completed a 5-mile charity walk through London's iconic Hyde Park to raise funds for purchasing a HIPEC machine, which provides warm chemotherapy for patients with advanced ovarian cancer 🚶‍♀️

Perla's story behind her charity walk truly touched hearts. She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 and later underwent a mastectomy. Then, she had a craniotomy when a tumour was found in her right ear, causing her to lose hearing in that ear.

Throughout her recovery process at University Hospitals Dorset, Perla remained resilient and challenged herself to walk just one step further than the day before. 👣

Not breaking her stride, Perla is already gearing up for her next fundraiser walk in August, which will help raise funds for the new maternity ward and services at University Hospitals Dorset's BEACH building! 💛👶

Thank you, Perla, for inspiring us all with your amazing walks and for helping University Dorset Hospitals NHS Charity support our local hospitals to change lives one step at a time! 🌈

Help us make a difference for children and young people who utilise services at University Hospitals Dorset! 🌟

Nominations are now open for the Benefact Group's Movement for Good Drawing, and this year's category is all about 'Children & Young People' - which is right up our alley! 💖

By nominating University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity through this link, we can help support Gully's Place, the neonatal unit fund, the children's indoor and outdoor spaces project in our BEACH Appeal and so much more: https://youth.movementforgood.com/index.php?cn=1057366&ct=health . 🔗

The Benefact Group's Movement for Good will award £5,000 to 10 charities working to support children and young people. We need your help to nominate University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity for this incredible opportunity between Monday 17 June and Friday 21 June 2024! 🗳️

Let's come together and continue making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people in our region. Your support means the world to us! Thank you for being part of this amazing journey! 🌈💪

Our appreciation goes out to our incredible supporter, Eric, whose generous donation in memory of his late wife, Margot, has enabled University Hospitals Dorset's Ward One (Gastroenterology) to acquire a new sleeper chair. 💺💜

This chair will provide a comfortable resting place for relatives of patients undergoing end-of-life care, ensuring they can stay by their loved one's side overnight with ease.

Presently, there is only one palliative pull-out bed available for all wards at Royal Bournemouth Hospital. This means that most relatives of patients receiving end-of-life care have had to sleep in a chair next to their loved one's bed, adding more strain during an already challenging time.

The addition of this new sleeper chair will offer solace to relatives, allowing them to be with their loved ones in comfort throughout the night.

Eric explained that the Ward One team provided "exceptional care and compassion" for Margot before her passing in December 2023. And in return, he wanted to leave a donation to say thank you.

Eric, we are very grateful for your generosity. Your donation will undoubtedly bring comfort to many families staying by their loved ones receiving care on Ward One. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦❤️

We are gearing up for an amazing time at the upcoming Bournemouth Reggae Weekender! 🤩

Get ready to immerse yourself in an incredible atmosphere, groove to fantastic music and delve into all the entertainment that this popular event has to offer. Plus, you'll be supporting the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St Mary’s Hospital, Poole! 💜 🎶

By purchasing tickets through the link below, 30 per cent of the revenue will go towards supporting University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity’s fund for the NICU: https://buff.ly/3TtDCQb 🔗

Your contribution will make a real difference, helping to provide essential care packages for families with babies in the NICU. From enhancing facilities for parents to creating special experiences for siblings, your support will truly make a positive impact. 😊

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend filled with great music and an even greater cause! 🌞

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Did you catch our Walk for Wards event in the Bournemouth Daily Echo this past weekend? 👉 https://buff.ly/4cb4mN7

Come and join the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity for a fun-filled day on Saturday 28 September 2024 to help raise funds for our Dorset hospitals at our amazing Walk for Wards event! 🎉

You can choose to walk a light 3km, a fun 5km or challenge yourself with the full 10km route through the beautiful grounds of Upton County Park and House. After the walk, enjoy browsing through local stall holders and live music. 🎶

Whether you want to support a specific ward or department that has made a difference in your life or just want to create special memories with loved ones, every penny raised will make a positive impact on the Royal Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch Hospitals. 💙

Sign up today and let's walk together for a great cause: https://buff.ly/4e9hOTL 🔗

Date announced for popular UHD fundraising event Hundreds of hospital staff and friends are expected to take part as they walk either 3km, 5km, or 10km through Upton Country Park.

We are absolutely thrilled to announce the fantastic final total from March for Men 2024! 🤩

Thanks to the amazing generosity of our supporters, we have raised an incredible £11,290! 🎉

This support will make a huge difference by providing three ureteroscopes to the Urology team. This new equipment will greatly improve the diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer, kidney cancer and kidney stones.

Your support at March for Men 2024 has truly changed lives for the better, helping UHD NHS Charity fund resources that go above and beyond what the NHS provides. 💖

We can't wait to see more people come together to continue improving men's health services for every man in our community at next year's event! 🌟

You can join us in making a positive impact throughout the year by participating in our fundraising events and challenges. Keep an eye out for updates! ✨

Our fantastic flagship fundraising event WALK FOR WARDS is back on Saturday 28 September 2024! 🎉

Save the date for this super FUN day out at Upton Country Park for all to enjoy! Choose to walk 3km, 5km or 10km through the beautiful grounds of Upton followed with a variety of local stall holders and live music. 🎶

Whether you choose to walk in support of a specific ward or department that has touched your life or just to create wonderful memories with your loved ones, every penny raised will have a positive impact on the Royal Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch Hospitals. 💙

And that’s not all! Tickets are just £5 for adults/£3 for children (under 3’s go free) and included in each ticket is 2 slices of pizza from the yummy Liguori's Wood Fired Pizza Van! 🍕🎟

We are super pleased to share the amazing Hot Radio crew have kindly sponsored this event for another year and will be joining us on the day along with their team of Hot Walkers! We can’t wait! 🤩

Register today at: https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/WalkforWards202412 and take your first step toward making a meaningful difference in the lives of thousands of patients within Dorset. ✨

Let's walk together for a great cause! 🤩

It's , and we have an update from Melanie, an avid runner who is taking on a 102.7-mile challenge to raise funds for University Hospitals Dorset Foundation Trust's Emergency Department! 🏃‍♀️ 💨

Despite not finishing Conquer the Vedder due to slippery conditions and mudslides, Melanie "absolutely loved the event" and "found a steely determination" in herself to go as far as she could. 💪

Melanie remains determined to fundraise for UHD NHS Charity and has even added the Bath half marathon to her challenge.

She's now back in the UK and getting ready for Race to the Stones in July. 👟

We are incredibly proud of Melanie's journey! If you want to follow her challenge and support her, check out her JustGiving page here: https://buff.ly/4a2ob8b 🔗

There's still time for established artists and designers to get their submissions in to get the opportunity to create a specific commission for our new BEACH building! 🎨

See the post below for more information. ⬇️

Deadline for submissions is Monday, 10 June, at 12pm. ⏰

Have you got your tickets for On the Nash at Canvas nightclub? Enjoy a super fun evening of rock and pop classics by the hospital band on Friday 19 July? 🎶

To purchase your tickets, please collect from RBH or Poole Charity offices or call us on 0300 019 4060/8449. Tickets are £10 in aid of our Gully's Place service and Hope for Food.

Doors will open at 7.30pm. We hope you can make it! 🤩

What would you do with £1000 to spend on Amazon? Support our cause for £1 a week for your chance to WIN! 😊 Enter by Saturday 29th June.

Enter here: https://buff.ly/3QVjUKS

Lead respiratory physiologist at University Hospitals Dorset, Deben Harris is embarking on a remarkable journey to climb Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak, in honour of his “adventurous" dad. 🏔️

Trekking from the hot African plains to the frozen summit of Mount Kilimanjaro is not only a personal challenge but a heartfelt tribute to his late dad's, Lee, exceptional life.

Lee was a campaigner unafraid to “shock society” , even once standing for London mayor, as well as a port and a playwright.

Following Lee's passing in November 2023, Deben was inspired by the people who shared their “love and energy” to honour his dad with that same daring spirit.

So, he decided to undertake the daunting feat of scaling Mount Kilimanjaro in October 2024 to raise funds with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity for his local Parkinson’s and respiratory services – a field he’s worked in for almost two decades. ❤️

Having witnessed his dad’s battle with Parkinson's, Deben’s mission is to raise funds to support others who are starting their journey with the disease.

Deben said: “It’s hard to hold onto that forever, and obviously, you do have some downtimes, especially after a loss and you’re grieving.

“But I want to come out with a positive. I’m a big fan of taking something that’s knocked you in life and using it to grow as a person or contribute towards something.”

His fundraising journey has been arduous, involving cake sales, rigorous running challenges and coastal treks to prepare for Mount Kilimanjaro's demanding terrain.

Along the way, he’s encountered kindred spirits undertaking their own “wonderful challenges”. He’s shared his dad’s story, Lee’s love for “mixing with people” and his personal fundraising goals with the people he’s met along the way.

His upcoming Black Tie event, set for Saturday, 29 June, promises to be an elegant affair complete with a delectable three-course meal, stunning live music and evening of entertainment. 🤵

Show your support for Deben's Mount Kilimanjaro trek, as well as UHD's Parkinson's and respiratory services, by donating to his JustGiving page here: https://buff.ly/458Wqd1.

Or don’t miss out on a wonderful evening and reserve your spot at Deben's Black Tie event. For more details, you can contact Deben on [email protected] or call 07971 225905.