Bristol shows it cares a thousand times over!
More than a thousand former patients have helped us to raise the
£1.6 million needed to transform the Bristol Haematology &
Oncology Centre. A year ago Above & Beyond launched the
CaRE Appeal to raise a total of £1.6m for the project and the
response has been overwhelming.
As well as sending in donations, people have abseiled off of
tall buildings, ran marathons, cycled 250 miles across some of the
South Wests toughest terrains and organized cake sales to help us
reach our target. Because of these amazing people, the
transformation of the outpatients department, reception area,
radiotherapy department, patient information services and
stairwells can now be enjoyed by patients and staff.
If you would like to help make a difference contact Above &
Beyond on 0117 927 7120 or visit www.aboveandbeyond.org.uk.
Volunteering
The contribution that volunteers make to our services is
invaluable to us and our patients. The gift of a few hours can
transport our patients' experience whilst they are with us, and
we're always keen to bring more aboard! If you would like to know
more about becoming a volunteer please contact Glennie Derrick on
0117 342 2774 or find out more about volunteering here.
We are particular keen to hear from anyone who could spare some
time to be one of our voluntary drivers. A car is provided.
The Friends of the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre
The Friends of the Bristol
Haematology and Oncology Centre is a registered charity supporting
the centre. The Friends were founded in 1972 and have been
important in helping the centre to be a leading and innovative
centre, making life for patients more interesting and comfortable.
They have three main aims: supporting patients, supporting
innovation and supporting research. Over the years they have bought
many scientific, technical and nursing items, and have funded
amenities which contribute towards the comfort of patients. See some of the
Friends' donations.
Fundraising is ongoing, as a large proportion of the investment
income is already committed and new equipment is always needed.
Flag days and fundraising events are held throughout the year. The
Friends welcome donations that enable them to continue fulfilling
their aims and objectives.
For further information, please feel free to drop in to the
Friends Office in the main reception area of the BHOC or call 0117
342 3432. If you want to make a donation to the Friends you can now
give online through Just Giving.
