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Throughout October, Cardiff and Vale UHB Finance colleague Gareth Jenkins is running 500 kilometres for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. These challenges are all in memory of friend and work colleague Paul, who was also a big supporter of the Health Charity. Gareth said, “During October, I’m planning to run a kilometre for every pound

Everyone at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity would like to say a massive thank you to Alex and Sarah Barnes for their continued fundraising for the Rainbow Clinic!  On 17th September 2018 Alex and Sarah’s son, Noah Edward Barnes, was born forever sleeping. It was truly a horrific time for Noah’s parents and the family as

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Ceri Thomas, Clerical Co-Ordinator, Lung Function and Sleep Apnoea Department has been crowned Health Hero for September. Working in the Lung Function and Sleep Apnoea department, Ceri provides leadership and structure to the administration team as Clerical Co-Ordinator. On a weekly basis she provides the department

With the generosity of Services Design Solution in Cardiff, young people in Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan will receive wellbeing packs to bring them comfort when they need it most. The idea of providing comfort bags for young people originally came from the Cardiff and Vale Youth Board. They identified that more support was needed

Throughout August, the wonderful teams at Bad Wolf, Screen Alliance Wales (SAW) and IJPR chose to raise money for our Breast Centre at University Hospital Llandough, where their friend and colleague Allison is receiving treatment for breast cancer.    To show their support for Allison as she began her treatment, Bad Wolf, SAW and IJPR embarked

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is the focus of BBC’s six-part documentary series Saving Lives in Cardiff — and the first episode will air on Tuesday, 20 August. Produced by Label1 for BBC One Wales and BBC Two, Saving Lives in Cardiff was filmed over several months in 2023 across the University Hospital of

This year, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity were chosen as charity partners for the GlastonBARRY music festival event on Saturday 27th July 2024.  Taking place in Romilly Park in Barry throughout the whole weekend, the event welcomed up to 7,000 visitors a day to the fun, friendly and entertaining tribute festival.  Welcomed by glorious sunshine

Staff Lottery funding was recently secured to support a one-off yoga session for the Pharmacy Team at University Hospital Llandough. Following a period of vacancies, staff shortages, and the pandemic having curtailed previous social activities, members of staff at the Pharmacy Department had few chances to socialise outside of work hours. The team had collectively

This week we welcomed regular fundraiser Hannah Godwin and her identical twin daughters Leia (pictured holding a teddy bear) and Thea to the Children’s Hospital for Wales.    Hannah presented, Prof Orhan Uzun with 10 smart watches to provide mobile ECG equipment for children to use and has also been fundraising for telemedicine equipment for diagnosing

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Valerie Jensen, Welcome Team Volunteer, has been crowned Health Hero for June, coinciding with National Volunteer Week. Valerie is a committed and valued Welcome Team Volunteer at the Outpatient Clinics, UHW, and has been dedicating her time to Cardiff and Vale University Health Board for 10

Staff Lottery funding has recently been granted to improve the staff rest areas for the Pentwyn Community Mental Health Teams (CMHT). Previous attempts by the team to create a dining area out of old, unused furniture, the space still didn’t meet the standards for an appropriate space for staff to use during breaks, and to

Congratulations to Kate Sharples from the Integrated Discharge Service, the winner of the £8,000 Superdraw! YOUR £1,000 MAY STAFF LOTTERY WINNERS ARE; Jaison James, Endoscopy Unit, UHL Paula Grainger, Community District Nursing, Community Lynda Sage, Out of Hours GP, CRI Katrina Walters, Community Brain Injury Team, UHL Natalie Cochlin, Neurology Secretaries Office. UHW.

The Orchard Golf Society recently made an incredibly kind donation of £1,800 to Cardiff & Vale Health Charity in support of Cardiology Services at University Hospital of Wales. The group known as the Orchard Golf Society regularly play at the Whitchurch Golf Club, and for the past 30 years they have been holding an annual

Staff Lottery funding recently supported the Information and Recognition Day delivered to the Mass Vaccination and Testing Team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. The Mass Vaccination and Testing Team was formed during the Covid-19 pandemic, brought together from all areas of the NHS and other organisations to firstly offer testing, then immunisations. In

Kathryn Ball has taken on the impressive challenge of walking 100 miles throughout May, as part of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s ‘Walk This May’ campaign. She is raising funds in support of the Welsh Epilepsy Unit at University Hospital of Wales (UHW). Kathryn’s motivation stems from her oldest son, Cieran, who has been battling

Following the recent ‘Talking Point’ project, funded by Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Staff Lottery, a mural has been installed in Barry Hospital’s courtyard garden, along with improvements to the outdoor area, inviting all staff, patients, and visitors to enjoy nature. Being surrounded by nature is known to bring a sense of calm, particularly for

A big congratulations and well done to Emma Grant who braved the shave and cut her long locks to help raise money for dementia patients at University Hospital Llandough. Emma raised £727.50 including gift aid to fund dementia sensory boxes which will be distributed across wards and to improve staff wellbeing. As if this was

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Carole Anne Regan, Antenatal Clinic Midwife has been crowned Health Hero for April. Carole Anne is an Antenatal Clinic Midwife and her nomination was written by patients that felt she had really been there for them during what has been ‘the most traumatic time of our

Thank you to Jenna and Chris Sparkes who recently donated a large variety of tea, coffee, biscuits and other kitchen staples to help support families whose children are being treated in the Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospital, Paediatric Intensive Care Unit. (PICU).   The family returned to the unit to meet with Nichola and other Health Board

Jasmine Chung, Speech and Language Department, UHW Simon Pascoe, Cardiac Physiology, UHW Linda Willis, McMillan Clinical Psychology, UHW Velasco Dela Cruz Lourdes, Surgical Assessment, UHW Janet Llewellyn, Hafan y Coed, UHL If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here –  https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/ If you would like to apply for

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Spencer Gibson, Security Team Leader, has been crowned Health Hero for March. In December 2023, the Security team at the University Hospital of Wales received a report of a suspicious male at a building on the hospital site. Security Team Leader, Spencer Gibson, attended the location

The Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme and Cardiff & Vale Health Charity are delighted to receive two artworks by Sheila Moore, kindly donated by Llandough Nurses’ Association. Llandough Nurses’ Association (LNA) was set up for all qualified nurses who had either trained in University Hospital Llandough or worked for a period of twelve months

This year, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity have been chosen as charity partners for the GlastonBARRY event on Saturday 27th July 2024.  Based in Romily Park in Barry, the event welcomes up to 7,000 visitors a day to the fun, friendly and entertaining tribute festival.  The festival will offer 22 live acts and DJs performing

With support from Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Bale Fund, a new riser recliner chair has been procured for vascular patients undergoing rehabilitation on Ward 1, Lakeside Wing, University Hospital Wales. The Cardiff Regional Vascular Unit provides diagnosis and treatment for vascular diseases (problems with the circulation and blood vessels). Following the centralisation of vascular

This week we welcomed students and representatives from Ton Yr Ywen Primary School who raised money as part of the Healthy Hearts for St Dwynwen event. We were delighted to hear all about their fundraising efforts to support Martha’s Dancing Heart campaign. Headteacher Mrs James-Griffiths was thrilled with the way in which the school community

Long-standing fundraiser, Lottie Stokes, recently hosted a charity ball in support of the British Heart Foundation and the Louie Stokes Fund at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. Lottie began raising funds for the Children’s Heart Service for Wales after her second son, Louie, was diagnosed with a major heart condition requiring multiple operations. The Stokes

The PROP Appeal recently funded the commission of an artwork for the day room at Ward West 10, supporting brain injury rehabilitation patients. The painting was created by local artist Laura Field, and was co-produced with patients on the ward, who provided their feedback about the themes they wanted to see in the artwork. They

The Children and Youth Board Fundraising Team have recently completed their long awaited skydive! After months of unpredictable weather, the group was finally able to fly through the sky, raising funds for the incredible Youth Board and children across Community Child Health. Rachel Raymond, the Senior Nurse for the Health Visiting teams within Cardiff and

Bawandi Anand, B4 Neurology, UHW Rachel Smith, Accident & Emergency, UHW Kathleen Withers, Medicentre, UHW One winner would like to remain anonymous If you would like to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel, and see what projects have recently been supported please visit; Staff Lottery Funded Projects | Cardiff & Vale Health

Staff Lottery funding was recently granted to support the printing of the Stepping Stones toolkit designed by the Live Well Co-Production Group. The Live Well Co-Production Group brings together members from all walks of life, sharing a vision to transform health, wellbeing and experience, for those living with long-term conditions. They apply a collaborative approach

Our Health Meadow has proven to be a haven for many patients, colleagues, visitors and the community, offering a calm green space to enhance the wellbeing of all those who frequent the site. Throughout the last twelve months, this bespoke meadow has had several new additions to the landscape, including two large roundhouses, a new

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Andrew Crates, Ward Based Caterer at University Hospital Llandough, has been crowned Health Hero for February. Andrew has been described as ‘always going the extra mile’ on every shift he works. Multi Professional Rehab Assistant for the Stroke Rehabilitation Centre, Natalie McCulloch said, “Andrew will always

In February, during National Heart Month, we’re shining a spotlight on fundraisers supporting the Paediatric Cardiology Fund at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. National Heart Month is about bringing attention to the importance of cardiovascular health and what we can do to reduce our risk of cardiovascular disease.  The Louie Stokes Fund  Lottie Stokes

Brothers Zac and Carter recently embarked on an inspiring journey this January, walking 234 kilometres – the equivalent of two ultra-marathons – to raise an impressive £340. What makes this challenge even more remarkable is that both brothers live with heart conditions. The raised funds will support Cardiology Services at Cardiff and Vale University Health

Samantha Skelton, Health & Safety, Woodland House Tara Kemble, Maternity Unit, UHW Marlene Jones, Community Midwifery, UHW Lynette Rowland, Maternity Unit, UHW Massive congratulations to the lucky Maternity Unit who had multiple Staff Lottery wins in January – a very much deserved reward for your unwavering dedication and hard work! If you would like to

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Stuart Cunningham, Admin Manager at the Clinical Research Group, has been crowned Health Hero for January. Stuart works within a large research team which delivers haematology cancer trials to patients. The department is a tertiary referral centre and accepts referrals for study across a large geographical

** EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST PERIOD HAS NOW CLOSED ** Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, the official charity of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, are working with NWSSP Specialist Estates Services and Property Agents Savills around expressions of interest for the sale of Rookwood Hospital as a whole or in parts. In 2020, the main

Staff Lottery funding was recently granted to the Occupational Health Department to improve and update the appearance of the staff waiting area. The Occupational Health Team provides information and resources to Cardiff and Vale University Health Board staff, to assist them with maintaining and improving their wellbeing both at work and in their personal lives.

Forget-me-not Chorus founded Calon Chorus in 2022 in partnership with the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme run by Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. The community choir provided an opportunity to find support and friendship for anyone who has loved and lost someone with dementia, and who understands

The Williams family have recently launched a fundraising campaign in memory of a beloved son, brother, friend, and colleague, Benji Mallett-Williams who sadly passed away on 25th December 2023, aged 34. Benji, a dedicated Cardiff and Vale University Health Board colleague, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes back in 2001 when he was 12 years

2024 is a Leap Year! With a whole extra day coming our way, why not use it to do something good? The Health Charity, supports all the wards, departments, hospitals, community services and research areas throughout Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. Why not set yourself a target to raise £100 this leap year! Your

YOUR £1,000 DECEMBER STAFF LOTTERY WINNERS ARE; Julie James, Patient Access, UHW Lisa Lindsay,  Elderly Care Assessment Service, UHL Natalie Tooze, WEQAS.  James Driscoll, Radiology University Hospital of Wales. Jonathan Nettleton, Capital Estates and Facilities, Woodland House.  Jonathan was absolutely thrilled to hear the news that he had won £1,000. He plans to use his winnings

New year, new challenge! Take on the iconic Cardiff Half Marathon this October 6th and help raise funds for your local hospitals. With your help, we can make a difference across Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. All you have to do is sign up for a free space to the Cardiff Half and commit

Staff Lottery funding was recently granted to the North West Locality Offices to procure a new water fountain, in an aim to keep the busy staff members hydrated and healthy. North West Locality Offices host around 150 staff from Community Nurses, Allied Healthcare Professionals and Admin Personnel. The working area is often hot and stuffy

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is delighted to announce that local Welsh Actor, Suzanne Packer, has agreed to become the new Patron of the Breast Centre Appeal. Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is the official charity of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, which supports the work of two of the largest hospitals in Wales:

Thank you to Katie, Tom and Will, who organised the third Run for Charli event, rallying their community to participate in another 24-hour challenge.  After last year’s success, they were inspired to continue raising funds for the Better Life Fund along with their friends, family and anyone else who wanted to take part. The events

Nordic Walking Groups were recently supported through Staff Lottery funding to purchase additional walking poles so that the walking sessions can be delivered across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The Nordic Walking Groups are formed of people living with joint pain who have participated in and graduated from the ESCAPEE pain rehabilitation programme delivered

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Sue Friis-Jones, Primary Care Support Manager, has been crowned Health Hero for December. Sue has worked in Cardiff and Vale Primary Care for over 30 years in various departments, earning a vast amount of knowledge and building excellent working relationships with many people and departments. Jen

Gemma Maddern is our Staff Lottery SuperMegaDraw £23,000 winner! Gemma is an Occupational Therapist from the Cardiff Community Resource Team, and has been a loyal Staff Lottery member for 9 years. She signed up to the Staff Lottery because she thought it would be a great way to support the charity, and is delighted that

The Staff Lottery recently supported Beth Morris Workshops delivering a range of creative arts sessions at Everywoman Festival earlier this year at Insole Court, Cardiff. Everywoman Festival’s aim was to empower and support women, and those assigned female at birth, on health topics that may be difficult to talk about. Offering an exciting programme of

The Christmas Wreath Making Workshop…was a hit!  On the 28th November 2023 a Christmas Wreath Making Workshop took place at Aroma Café in Woodland House to raise money for the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme.   Natalie from Hearts and Flowers / About Flowers led the workshop for the second year running and made sure

The weather was finally on Sam Cartwright’s side to go ahead with his skydiving challenge. He soared through the air at Swansea Airfield in support of Our Health Meadow, raising a fantastic £591.25. Delighted with his incredible feat, Sam said he would do it again in a heartbeat. Everyone at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity

On the evening of Wednesday 22nd November, the Health Charity visited University Hospital Llandough to launch the Shine Bright Appeal. To kick off the festive celebrations, Cogan Primary School choir sang an array of songs, bringing the Christmas cheer. Chair of the Charitable Funds Committee, John Union, thanked all our generous sponsors this year, and

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Trudy Logue, Clinical Nurse Specialist, University Hospital of Wales, has been crowned Health Hero for November. Trudy works as an Arrhythmia Nurse within Cardiology and truly goes above and beyond for her patients. When discussing this nomination, a patient said, “After I was transferred to Cardiology,

The Rhydlafar Warriors are a team of Nurses and Therapists in the Rhydlafar Unit, St David’s Hospital. They have committed to do 20 squats per staff member at the start of every shift throughout November. The Rhydlafar Unit is a rehabilitation unit with patients who are usually over 65 and admitted from larger hospitals for

Through a recently approved Staff Lottery bid, the Healthcare Department at HM Prison Cardiff underwent a transformation with the installation of welcoming wall vinyls in both staff and patient areas. The patient waiting rooms within the Healthcare Unit at HMP Cardiff were previously basic and lacked visual interest. The necessity for window bars contributed to

The Llais Group and Reception children from Cogan Primary School recently raised funds to support Our Health Meadow, the innovative green space at University Hospital Llandough. The school children made bird feeders, sold them at school, and donated the proceeds to Our Health Meadow. This act of kindness not only contributes to the meadow’s vision

On Wednesday 18th October a conference was held online based on the theme of Trees and Woodlands within Healthcare sites. Established during the autumn of 2011, the NHS Forest’s annual conference is a space to share ideas, experiences, and questions about the links between green space and health. It showcases the potential of the NHS

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity extend their heartfelt thank you and wish the best of luck to Chris Pizey, who will be climbing Pen y Fan every day in November to raise funds for the Pelican Ward. He will be supporting the staff who cared for his daughter. Thanks to the heroic staff at the

YOUR £1,000 OCTOBER STAFF LOTTERY WINNERS ARE; Jane Murphy, Medicine Clinical Board Grainne Scannell, Vale Community Resource Service. Barry Hospital Noreen Lewis, Neurosciences UHW Golnaz Akhgar Radiology UHW If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here. If you would like to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery

YOUR £1,000 SEPTEMBER STAFF LOTTERY WINNERS ARE; Stacey Muggeridge. Ward A2. UHW Alexandra Wood. Cardiff and Vale Public Health Team. Woodland House. Charlotte Baily. T4 Neuro High Care Unit. UHW Claire Evans. B4 Neurology. UHW If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here. If you would like to

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Jason Green, Security/Receptionist, servicing Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, has been crowned Health Hero for October.  Always cheerful and helpful, Jason works at Woodland House and is always very kind in coming upstairs with messages and deliveries to ensure they arrive at the correct department,

Following a few delays, the weather was finally on the side of these thrill-seeking fundraisers who recently took part in a charity skydive.  Having woken up with some nervousness, Charlie, Olivia, Anais, and Jack were all ready to go when they arrived at Swansea Airfield in the midday sun As Olivia put it, it was

In the heart of Cardiff, on Sunday 1st October 2023, a dedicated team of 120 remarkable supporters embarked on a mission, not just as runners but as a living tribute to Greg Lloyd, who passed away suddenly in August 2022 after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. This incredible team, comprising Greg’s wife Louise, his son

Look at some of our amazing runners who took part in the Cardiff Half Marathon 2023 on Sunday 1st October! The atmosphere was unmatched for all participants who completed their journeys across Cardiff. A heartfelt thank you from the depths of our hearts to every individual who laced up their running shoes in support of

On Sunday 1st October 2023, the 20th Cardiff Half Marathon takes place across the city. As thousands of people are estimated to take part, we’re highlighting our inspiring runners. Peter Jones is running Cardiff Half Marathon 2023 to raise money for Our Health Meadow to develop the Nature Haven – an outdoor therapeutic healthcare facility.

Optometry students, currently on placement at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, recently undertook a meaningful journey to Malawi, in South Eastern Africa. The lead tutor, Pete Hong, works in the Ophthalmology team at University Hospital of Wales and at Cardiff University. Their mission was to conduct sight tests and provide education to registrars. This

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Gwawr Davies-Jones, Pharmacist and Pharmacy Superintendent/Owner of High Street Pharmacy Barry, servicing Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, has been crowned Health Hero for September. In 2016, Gwawr and her business partner took over High Street Pharmacy in Barry. Whilst the business has continued to grow,

The staff, families and children of the Alphabet Tree Day Nursery in Caerphilly have organised a sponsored walk in memory of the nursery’s co-owner Greg Lloyd. Greg was in the prime of health before his life was tragically cut short by a sudden cardiac arrest. His passing left not only his family but the entire

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity are thrilled to support the Cardiff and the Vale Dementia Champion Awards through the Staff Lottery fund. Organised by the Dementia Learning and Development Team who lead the All Wales dementia standards (workforce empowerment group in Cardiff and Vale), the quarterly awards aim to cultivate positive culture change, and enable

We would like to wish all the runners participating in this year’s Cardiff Half Marathon the best of luck as you all set out on your journeys on Sunday 1st October! Thank you so much for supporting Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. You can support our runners by visiting their JustGiving page: ⭐ Cardiff Half

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme are delighted to support the ‘Talking Point’ music and art project through the Staff Lottery fund. The creative sessions are being delivered to the patients of the Sam Davies Ward, the rehabilitation ward at Barry Hospital, and are providing a positive focus

Lee Humphreys, Commercial Services.  Woodland House Dr Saffron Green, Maxillofacial Department.  Dental Hospital. Claire Lacey, Pharmacy Technician, UHW One winner wishes to remain anonymous If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here –  https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/ If you would like to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel,

Dedicated members of the Community Brain Injury Team will be running the Cardiff Half Marathon on 1st October 2023 to raise funds for the Prop Appeal that supports Brain Injury Rehabilitation patients. The Neuroners (Kat, Jude, Jackie, Helen, Lowri and Alex) and the rest of the fantastic Community Brain Injury Team are all very passionate

A dedicated team of around 120 remarkable supporters will be completing the Cardiff Half Marathon on 1st October 2023 in loving memory of Greg Lloyd who passed away suddenly in August 2022 after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. What binds this extraordinary team together is their shared connection to Greg—his friends, family members, and colleagues—each

Huge congratulations and thank you to Rob Jones who recently completed the Ellesmere 10k in support of the Better Life Fund, smashing his fundraising target and raising a fantastic £572! On Sunday 27th August, with stunning scenery throughout, Rob finished the race in an amazing 1 hour 4 minutes. The Better Life Fund supports the

Following a devastating cancer diagnosis, Hazel has decided to run Cardiff Half Marathon to support the Breast Centre Appeal at the University Hospital of Llandough. Hazel is incredibly grateful for all the support and care she has received by the wonderful staff at the Breast Centre, University Hospital of Llandough. Hazel wants to raise funds to help continue to provide

On Sunday 1st October 2023, the 20th Cardiff Half Marathon takes place across the city. As thousands of people are estimated to take part, we’re highlighting our inspiring runners. Sana is running the Cardiff Half Marathon in honour of her late daughter, Jannat Khan. Jannat was born very early, due to complications, at 27 weeks

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Kelly Enticott, Play Therapist at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, has been crowned Health Hero for August. Nominated by the Spencer Family, Kelly has spent a lot of time with their son, Jake. When discussing the nomination, Rachel said, “Kelly has seen my son Jake

The Staff Lottery have been thrilled to support the recent Staff Vegetable Growing Project held at Our Health Meadow, University Hospital Llandough for Cardiff and Vale University Health Board staff. The Staff Vegetable Growing Project is a project focused on wellbeing and organic food growing. Consisting of half-day taster sessions, it invites colleagues to learn

We were recently delighted to support the South Asian Celebratory Afternoon 2023 through the Staff Lottery. The event was held on Friday 28th July 2023 at the Education, Culture & Organisational Development Department (ECOD) to celebrate and honour South Asian Heritage Month. July seeks to commemorate, mark and celebrate South Asian cultures, heritage and communities.

On Sunday 1st October 2023, the 20th Cardiff Half Marathon takes place across the city. As thousands of people are estimated to take part, we’re highlighting our inspiring runners. Agatha has spent four years studying neuroimaging and neuroscience at Cardiff University which helps to better understand the causes of neurological and psychiatric conditions. This October,

On Sunday 1st October 2023, the 20th Cardiff Half Marathon takes place across the city. As thousands of people are estimated to take part, we’re highlighting our inspiring runners. Long-time supporter and previous Health Charity colleague, Jayne Catherall, is taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon once again this year; this time to raise awareness of

On Sunday 1st October 2023, the 20th Cardiff Half Marathon takes place across the city. As thousands of people are estimated to take part, we’re highlighting our inspiring runners. Ben Williams is undertaking the Cardiff Half Marathon for Headroom, which is an early intervention in psychosis (EIP) service within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.

⭐Jason Langford, Porters, Llandough ⭐Rachel Jones, Ward A2 Medical  Short Stay,  UHW ⭐Marc Jones, Clinical Research Facilities,  UHW ⭐Lesley Gronow, David Thomas Dialysis Unit, UHW Entry into the Staff Lottery is automatically deducted from your payroll and each entry costs £1 per week. Once you are part of the Staff Lottery you are given an allocated unique

A number of our colleagues recently hosted their own NHS Big Tea events to celebrate our wonderful NHS turning 75, and to raise funds for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. The NHS Big Tea is an annual tea party that anyone can host. Whether you get together at home, in the office, at the local

This October, Owain and Hanna are taking on the Cardiff Half Marathon. Working in adult mental health at Hafan y Coed, University Hospital Llandough, Owain is running to help raise donations for Our Health Meadow. Owain is a massive advocate of the benefits of exercise for mental health and spends his days in the Hafan

Calfyn Jones, a previous patient on the T4 Ward at the University Hospital of Wales, has recently very kindly donated £4,500.00 to express his gratitude to the staff who cared for him during his time at hospital. Back in February 2022, Calfyn sustained a serious head injury after a quad bike accident. After the excellent

Thank you to Hazel, Karon and Rob who recently completed the Welsh 3 Peaks to raise money for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Breast Centre Appeal, Velindre Hospital and Maggie’s Cardiff. Hazel Dawson and Karon Norton are both patients of the Breast Centre, and are determined to give back for the care they have received.

This week, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Team have been celebrating the NHS’ 75th birthday! To mark this phenomenal milestone, here’s what’s been going on: Masters Students at the University of South Wales created a bespoke performance for patients and staff within Mental Health Services for Older People

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Michelle Fowler, Head of Patient Experience at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, has been crowned Health Hero for July. Throughout her career it has been noted that Michelle always puts the patient at the heart of what she does, no matter the role she is

⭐Sharon Harvey, Cellular Pathology, UHW ⭐Beverly Pretty, Prepare Well Orthopaedic Team, Woodland House ⭐Michelle Thomas, Psychology, CRI ⭐Rebecca David, Rheumatology, UHW ⭐One winner wished to remain anonymous. Entry into the Staff Lottery is automatically deducted from your payroll and each entry costs £1 per week. Once you are part of the Staff Lottery you are

A kind donation of £200 (+GiftAid) recently supported the Integrated Children’s Community Nursing Team (ICCNS) by providing refreshments during their Staff Celebration Event. The event’s aim was to celebrate the School Nurses, Health Visitors and Nurses from the ICCNS team. The staff work hard to support children in the community, providing care to children with

On a gloriously sunny Thursday 15th June, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity with partners Down To Earth celebrated two and a half years of exciting progress at Our Health Meadow. The People, Nature and Impact conference saw a day of workshops and discussions about patient experiences, staff engagement, and how the local community have helped

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce David Evans, Multi Discipline Team Leader for Capital, Estates and Facilities of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, has been crowned Health Hero for June. David has been proudly nominated by the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Team for his selflessness, continued support and ongoing work

The Voluntary Services Team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (UHB) is delighted to welcome ex-patient and hospital fundraiser, Adam Harcombe to the team. Adam, who was an inpatient at Rookwood Hospital’s Neurosciences Specialist Rehabilitation Unit, suffered horrific head injuries, which left him with significant physical and cognitive impairments, including losing his sight in

On the 12th August, “Children and Youth Board Fundraising Team ” will be Skydiving to raise money for the incredible Youth board and Children across Community Child Health. The team is being led by Rachel Raymond who is a senior nurse for the Health Visiting teams within Cardiff and Vale and is looking forward to

We’d like to say a huge thank you and congratulations to Owain Wilkins who ran the Stockholm Marathon on Saturday 3rd June, raising funds for the Haematology Unit at the University Hospital of Wales in memory of his beloved mum. Gaynor Wilkins was treated at the Haematology Unit whilst living with blood cancer for two

Sam Cartwright, a colleague working at the Main Theatres at University Hospital of Wales, has decided to challenge himself to the ultimate adrenaline rush of a skydive. By fundraising for Our Health Meadow, Sam will be supporting the innovative green space based at University Hospital Llandough. The meadow supports patients, staff and members of the

General entry tickets for Cardiff Half Marathon have officially sold out! We have limited charity spaces left, so don’t delay and sign up today! Celebrate the NHS turning 75 and support your local hospitals at the same time. We are here to support your fundraising journey! Please email us for more information: fundraising.cav@wales.nhs.uk Check out

On Thursday June 15th, come and join us at Our Health Meadow, University Hospital Llandough for a fun-filled day. With our partners Down to Earth, we’ll be showcasing what has been achieved over the last two and a half years. People: Hear inspirational stories from patients and colleagues and learn about on-going clinical research Nature: Find

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity has been awarded a grant to support Grow Well, a green social prescribing project at therapeutic community garden sites across Cardiff. The grant is part of a total of nearly £1.2million that has been allocated to create and improve green spaces across the UK, thanks to a new Greener Communities

We’d like to say an enormous thank you to Pamela Propert for raising an amazing £515.70 in support of the Prop Appeal, which provides aid to individuals affected by brain injuries and head trauma. Pam organised a delightful Coffee Morning at St Paul’s Church and Community Hall in Grangetown, rallying her local community to contribute

YOUR £1,000 and £7,000 SUPERDRAW MAY STAFF LOTTERY WINNERS ARE; Congratulations to midwife Harriet Voyle, the winner of the £7,000 Superdraw in today’s draw. Thank you to Fiona Kinghorn, Executive Director of Public Health who pulled the lucky number. YOUR £1,000 MAY STAFF LOTTERY WINNERS ARE: Amy Clayton, Radiology UHW Bethan Mason, Neurosurgery. UHW Two

To celebrate the NHS@75, Sam Jones, will be taking on the ultimate adrenaline rush in support of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity on Saturday 8th July 9th 2023. As the owner of Care Supply Pool, Sam has witnessed first-hand the incredible commitment and hard work of healthcare workers. They selflessly dedicate themselves to caring for

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Ayla Cosh, Clinical Director of Cardiff and Vale Health Inclusion Service, has been crowned Health Hero for May. Ayla began her current role in what was previously known as CHAPS, and has since gone on to mould and develop the service into what is now known

Good luck to Owain Wilkins who is running the Stockholm Marathon on 3 June to raise money for the Haematology Unit, whose care for a wonderful and much missed Mam remains deeply appreciated. Owain says “The Haematology Unit became a second home to Gaynor, and the meticulous care and friendly support she received undoubtedly contributed

Supported by the Staff Lottery, the Health & Wellbeing Fayre is being hosted on Tuesday 16th May at Barry Memorial Hall, and will be the first of its kind being held in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. This event is a great opportunity for local communities to come together and explore the wide array

Last year we announced that the wonderful team of 20 adventurers will be undertaking the Welsh 3 Peaks Challenge on 27th May 2023 to raise funds for Martha’s Dancing Heart Campaign. Led by Martha’s mum, Michelle Graham, they will soon be conquering the three highest peaks in Wales: Snowdon, Cadair Idris, and Pen y Fan

A big thank you to everyone who attended our afternoon tea event at the Coal Exchange recently in support of The Prop Appeal! 103 guests were treated to a fantastic platter of cakes and sandwiches with a glass of fizz and plenty of tea in the beautiful Grand Hall Suite. A raffle was held during

Genessis Viola, Quality & Safety, Surgery, UHW William Bunce, Facilities, UHL Manuela Ragazan-Gardiazabal, T4 Neurosciences, UHW One winner to be notified. If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here –  https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/ If you would like to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel, and see what

We have an exciting and new opportunity to join the team! We’re recruiting a Communications Assistant. To find out more, and apply, visit https://beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/H9001-23-0085

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Faye Lougher, Discharge Coordinator, Integrated Discharge Service, has been crowned Health Hero for April. While working as a Discharge Coordinator within the Integrated Discharge Service, Faye is often liaising with the Palliative Care team, organising discharge for patients whether that be for end-of-life care at home,

Made possible with Staff Lottery funding, and as part of the ‘Cardiff Royal Infirmary: People, Places, Future’ project, the Tredegarville School Church year 5 pupils were given an opportunity to produce their own book of stories about Cardiff Royal Infirmary following workshops with actor Daniel Buck. Daniel delivered innovative creative writing, improvisation and role-playing workshops

The Staff Lottery recently funded a project to provide an online comedy programme for the users of the Service for High-Risk Eating Disorders. The course was delivered by Dave Chowner, a professional stand-up comedian who has recovered from an eating disorder, through 6 1-hour weekly tutoring sessions for a group of 10 individuals. The sessions

Natasha Music-Ellis, Cancer Services, UHW Amy Louise Mortimer, A1 Medicine, UHW Lisa Nottle, Cardiff Community Resource Team, NW Locality Offices Leysa Lovelock, Children’s Recovery, UHW Renjini Karakkad Ravindran, Lakeside Wing, UHW Don’t forget that you can be in for a chance to win £7,000 in the May Staff Lottery Draws! Sign up by Friday 26th

The Staff Lottery Bids Panel have recently supported a bid to bring therapeutic pottery sessions delivered by the Occupational Therapy team and Cardiff Pottery Workshops to the Adult Rehab Mental Health Services based at Hafan y Coed, University Hospital Llandough. The bid was submitted by the Occupational Therapy team working across 4 inpatient wards at

The Staff Lottery Bids Panel recently supported a project to develop and advance a series of art sessions to deliver to the Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) wards at University Hospital Llandough and Barry Hospital. Within dementia care, it is well known that aspects of rhythm and patterns are maintained when other processing

We have received news of the first fundraisers who have signed up to Skydive for NHS at 75. Olivia, Charlie and Anais will be taking to the skies on 9th July 2023 in memory of their beloved nan, Anita Person, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2022 and unfortunately could not recover. The team

David Dring, Ward T4, Neurology, UHW Elizabeth Davies, Dietetics, UHW Hannah Finn, Nutrition & Dietetics, UHW One winner remains to be notified If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here –  https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/ If you would like to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel, and see

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Jasamin Martin, Housekeeping Team Leader, has been crowned Health Hero for March. Working at Cardigan House, Jasamin has been hailed for her spotless cleaning and stellar attitude, so much so that she has recently been promoted to Team Leader. Lisa Merriman, Medical Secretary said, “I can’t

St David’s Day 2023 marks the 40th anniversary of the first stem cell transplant being performed in Wales on 1st March 1983.  This was in a young woman suffering from chronic myeloid leukaemia which, at that time, was the most common reason for having an allogeneic (donor) stem cell transplant since potentially curative alternative therapies available today

For National Heart Month this February, we are sharing the inspiring stories of the Welsh Heart Families, and the amazing work of the Cardiology Department at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Evan Price was born in November 2009 at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW) after a healthy and straightforward pregnancy for mum, Siân.

On January 2015, Martha Graham’s heart was racing at twice the normal speed when doctors decided to deliver her by emergency Caesarean at 35 weeks. Martha’s condition is Permanent Junctional Reciprocating Tachycardia (PJRT SVT), a rare cardiac arrhythmia, causing her to have a very rapid heartbeat. Martha’s Dancing Heart Campaign was started by Martha’s mum,

Nicola Punter, WOD, Woodland House Allison Ellis, Diabetes Centre, UHW Sara Ham, General Surgery, UHW One winner wishes to remain anonymous If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here –  https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/ If you would like to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel, and see what

During National Heart Month, we are incredibly grateful for our amazing fundraisers who are continuously supporting the Cardiology Service at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Leia Godwin was born in 2019 alongside her identical twin sister Thea.  Given that both their dad and big sister Gracie have heart conditions, Leia and Thea were checked

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Joy Whitlock, Head of Quality and Safety Improvement, has been crowned Health Hero for February. With a record of almost 45 years in the NHS, Joy began her career as a student nurse in St Bartholomew’s Hospital, London. After a successful clinical career in cardiac and

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is proud to be working with established artists Harry Holland and Susannah Fiennes to mark 75 years of the NHS with a portrait of a member of staff. Do you work with someone inspiring who deserves to be celebrated? We would be delighted to receive your nominations and hear about

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Laura Trustcott-Wright, WellChild Parent Trainer Nurse, has been crowned Health Hero for January. Laura has been instrumental in bringing and leading a Wales-first Better at Home Training Suite to Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. The Suites are designed to help support parents and carers with

We are pleased to share our Year in Review video for 2021 -2022. Thank you to everyone who supported Cardiff & Vale Health Charity during this time, we couldn’t do it without you!

Louise Colledge, Waiting List Validation.  UHW Nia John, Children’s Centre, Llandough Hospital. Jenna Allsopp, District Nurses, Cardiff Royal Infirmary Roisin Kirby, Operational Services, UHW One winner wishes to remain anonymous If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed here –  https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/ If you would like to apply for funding

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Debbie Hendrickson, Resuscitation Practitioner, UHB has been crowned Health Hero for December. Debbie began her journey at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in November 1985 and after 36 years of service she retired and returned to her role as Resuscitation Practitioner. Debbie has been described

A team of 20 adventure-seekers will be completing the Welsh 3 Peaks Challenge on 27th May 2023 to raise funds for Martha’s Dancing Heart Campaign. The team will be led by Michelle Graham, who has committed to fundraise £1 million to say thank you to the teams at University Hospital Wales and Bristol Children’s Hospital

Earlier this year, the Staff Lottery Bids Panel supported a bid to brighten up the space of Ynys Saff at the Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) at Cardiff Royal Infirmary in an aim to create a safe and nurturing environment for those who come to use the Sexual Assault Service. By installing the artwork depicting

The Staff Lottery Bids Panel recently supported a project to improve the environment of the newly created staff wellbeing area in the Cochrane Library at University Hospital Llandough. Cardiff University have funded furniture, leisure reading, wellbeing books, information and games to be installed in the designated area, and Staff Lottery funding will provide bright and

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity recently attended a small gathering to launch the new and improved areas of the Paediatric Emergency Unit at University Hospital Wales. The enhancements to the unit saw a range of bright, colourful vinyls uplifting the walls. The images even feature the department’s mascot of a red dragon with bandages and

A vinyl print has been created for display at the Neuro Rehabilitation Centre in memory of Janice Davies. Jan’s daughter Sarah, and family, raised the funds for the print and, with the support of the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme and Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, worked with Grosvenor Interiors to design a wall

Good luck to the team from Headroom who are fundraising to support the Headroom Voyage to Recovery 2023. Headroom is an Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) service within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, which supports individuals experiencing a first episode of psychosis between the ages of 14-25. The Voyage to Recovery project hopes to

A Christmas Wreath Making Workshop was organised by Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to raise funds for the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme on Wednesday 23rd November 2022. The event took place at Woodland House and welcomed nearly 50 participants across two sittings who enjoyed hot drinks and cakes kindly donated by Memory Lane

Some of the Breast Centre and Fundraising team recently had the pleasure of meeting Breast Centre patient Rhian Griffiths and her colleague Catherine Evans from Estyn, the education and training inspectorate of Wales. Earlier in the year, Catherine along with Delyth Gray and around 25 more colleagues from Estyn’s Corporate Services organised a challenge where

With the festive season now just around the corner, join us on 9th December, spreading Christmas cheer across Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. We invite you to wear a festive jumper, tie, hat or socks to get in the Christmas spirit. This year’s donations will support our Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme. To

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Jamie Bishop, Health Care Support Worker, UHW has been crowned Health Hero for November. Described as continually going above and beyond for patients and staff, Jamie is often hailed for his kindness, compassion and exemplary work ethic. One of many examples that shows how deeply he

Tammie, a nurse from Anwen Ward, was absolutely blown away by the wonderful news she received today and was full of emotions.   After being a lottery member for a number of years, she was completely stunned by the news.    We couldn’t be happier for Tammie who also regularly fundraises for the Breast Centre Appeal.  Thank

Daniel Scarr, along with his brother Elliott Scarr, completed the Cardiff Half Marathon 2022 on 2nd October. They raised nearly £4,000 in support of the Haematology Department at the University Hospital Wales. Two years ago, Daniel was admitted to University Hospital Wales and diagnosed with blood cancer known as Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. After chemotherapy, whole

Staff from the local Starbucks store have recently donated items to Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. A selection of reusable cups, totes, and bamboo sets will be given out to support wellbeing initiatives. Starbucks believe in making a difference by supporting local communities, and since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, they have partnered with

On Saturday 12th November, John Rees took part in the MoRun to raise funds for the new Neuroendocrine Cancer (NET) Fund, with wife Sarah Rees and the landlord of the Swan public house, Alun Smith. John is raising funds to support the South Wales NET Service who provide care to people living in the Cardiff

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity have recently been working with the People Health and Wellbeing Service at University Hospital Wales to provide a fresh new look to the department. In need of a makeover, the walls were given a coat of paint, and new flooring was laid in preparation for an array of vinyls to

The South Wales NET Service provides care for people living in the Cardiff and Vale, Aneurin Bevan, Swansea Bay, Cwm Taf Morgannwg, Hywel Dda and Powys Health Board areas, who are diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer. Neuroendocrine cancers are uncommon but increasingly prevalent cancers which are generally slow growing (NETs), although some can be aggressive (neuroendocrine

On 5th July 2023 the NHS celebrates 75 years of service. It’s our hard-working staff who make the NHS, so to celebrate this milestone renowned artist Harry Holland will work in partnership with Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme to paint a portrait of ONE member of #TeamCAV.  Are you

A little update on the Masquerade Halloween Ball following the amazing event that was held on Friday 28th October. The Ball was held in aid of the Prop Appeal which supports patients at University Hospital Llandough who are suffering from an acquired brain injury. After a gap of two years, we were delighted to welcome

Charlotte Thomas, Community Midwife.  David Salter, Psychiatric Rehabilitation, Park Road House Zoe Thompson, School Nurse, Ysgol y Deri Special School. New member – Catherine Peel, Innovation and Improvement.  Woodland House. The good news that Catherine received only a month after joining was very exciting for her. We are looking forward to our SuperMegaDraw taking place

During the Covid-19 pandemic, staff at Hafan Y Coed, a specialist mental health unit, at University Hospital Llandough, applied for funding from NHS Charities Together through Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to purchase ward based gym equipment. Staff felt the equipment was needed as many patients on the wards were unable to attend the main

Peter Chetnik.  Elm Ward, UHW. Helen Paine.  Research and Development, UHW. Susan Mogford. SSSU, UHW Two winners to remain anonymous. If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed electronically or via our website; https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/. Please return completed Staff Lottery forms to fundraising.cav@wales.nhs.uk. If you would like to apply for funding from

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity team have recently supported a project to improve the environment of the Antenatal Clinic at University Hospital Llandough where the Rainbow Clinic is also based The Rainbow Clinic cares for women and their partners who have very sadly lost a baby or babies during pregnancy, or shortly after birth. Within

Look at some of the amazing runners who took part in the Cardiff Half Marathon 2022 and London Marathon 2022 on Sunday 2nd October! The sun was shining, and the atmosphere was unmatched for all participants, who completed their journeys across Cardiff and London. Thank you so much to everyone who ran in support of

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Jonathan Aver, Senior Capital Construction Officer, UHB has been crowned Health Hero for October. Jonathan has been hailed as someone who always displays the values of the organisation, and whilst working under much pressure, continues to engage proactively and pleasantly with others. When discussing his nomination,

Funding from NHS Charities Together supported Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to purchase birthing aids for the Midwifery Led Unit during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The items purchased included two Multitrac Birthing Systems and five Birthing Stools, both of which are designed to support and encourage women to adopt upright, mobile positions for labour and birth.

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity have recently worked with People Health and Wellbeing Services at University Hospital Wales to provide a more comforting environment for colleagues. Provided with funds from the Make It Better Fund, we were able to supply the Occupational Health area with new seating from Poppi Furniture, and bright, uplifting vinyls to

Congratulations to Liz Powell who took to the skies to complete her skydive in support of the Renal Unit!   Proving you are never too old to jump from 12,000 feet, back in April 2022, she left the plane free-falling through the clouds at 120 mph for forty-five seconds.   She raised an incredible £1,065, and the

Funding has been granted by the Charitable Funds Committee to support the Welsh Transplant Team of local transplant patients to participate in the British Transplant Games over the next 5 years. Cardiff & Vale Health Charity have been delighted to support the Welsh Transplant Team over the recent years to celebrate organ donation and encourage

A local community group ‘Scrub a Dub Dub Penarth | Facebook have very kindly offered Cardiff and Vale University Health Board the opportunity of displaying their beautiful commemorative quilt, which was made during the Covid 19 lockdown period, at Barry Hospital. One of the team, Lisa Eveleigh, contacted Cardiff & Vale Health Charity via our

During the Covid-19 Pandemic, funding from NHS Charities Together supported Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to create a post for a Digital Inclusion Lead at the Recovery and Wellbeing College for 12 months. The position was taken up by Georgia Howard, who was able to support the college to continue to deliver free educational courses

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Keith Magorimbo, IT Service Desk Manager, has been crowned Health Hero for September. Keith has been in his role for two years and has been described as the core of IT for Cardiff and Vale UHB. He has worked extremely hard to make huge improvements to

Through funding from the Staff Lottery at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme are proud to create a timeline to reflect 200 years of organised healthcare being provided in the South and East Cardiff Locality area, which is now on display in the Therapies corridor at Cardiff Royal Infirmary.

Back in 2019 we celebrated the success of Irene Hicks and team, a fabulous group of people, for raising just over £100,000 for our Breast Centre Appeal.  Fast forward just over 3 years, and even during a global pandemic, this wonderful team were not to be outdone.  They modified how they carried out their sales,

Gerry Stacey is a long-term fundraiser for our Breast Centre Appeal, and has been supporting us since 2017 after his wife, Maxene, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016.  To continue his support of our Breast Centre Appeal, Gerry has been taking part in the annual 54321 Cymru Charity Cycle Challenge, which he completed again

On Sunday 11th September 2022, Breast Centre patient Claire Halliday completed the world-famous Great North Run and chose to support Cardiff & Vale Breast Centre Appeal in the process.  The Breast Centre at University Hospital Llandough treats between 450 and 500 new breast cancer patients every year.  In 2020, Claire was one of those patients.  

Angharad Williams. Critical Care Research, UHW. Alison Ellis. Diabetes, UHW. Julie Adamson. Operational Services, Llandough Hospital. One winner to remain anonymous. If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed electronically or via our website; https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/. Please return completed Staff Lottery forms to fundraising.cav@wales.nhs.uk. If you would like to apply

The team at Mollart Resolven Division have recently climbed Pen Y Fan to raise funds for All Wales Adult Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Centre. They made their journey on Friday 2nd September to climb the highest peak in South Wales, and have raised an amazing £2,650 to support the completion of the two side gardens at

A number of kitchen and wellbeing items were granted to departments across Cardiff and Vale UHB during the COVID-19 Pandemic through funding from NHS Charities Together to improve staff and patient experience. Kitchen Items for the Nutrition and Dietetics Department The Nutrition and Dietetics Department requested several resources to improve the environment for the sixty

On Saturday 20th August the Arts for Health and Wellbeing team ran the NHS Big Gig to raise funds for the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. The event was supported by Health Charity Patron, Nathan Wyburn, at St Andrew’s Coffee Court and featured performances from a range of

On Sunday 14th August, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity hosted an outdoor cinema event at Our Health Meadow. Despite the soaring temperatures of the heatwave, many came along to enjoy the three free films on offer throughout the day. At 10am we kicked off with some Disney magic and watched Encanto, followed by the story

The Staff Lottery Bids Panel recently approved a bid to fund sports equipment for a Maternity Summer Sports Day organised by Obstetrics Unit. Maternity Services have recently been under intense pressure due to severe staff shortages. The pressure has never been greater and the need to improve staff morale has reached critical point. Workplace culture

Employees of Hafod, a housing, support and care provider based in South Wales, have raised over £4,000 for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, specially, the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. The Bone Marrow Transplant Unit serves patients with haematological diseases in mid and south Wales, covering roughly three quarters

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Amanda Whiles, Reconditioning Technician, South Wales Posture and Mobility Service, has been crowned Health Hero for August. Amanda is a Reconditioning Technician for the South Wales Posture and Mobility Service and her role revolves around processing returned posture and mobility equipment from across South Wales, which

Nickie Beynon, Llandough centre for specialist spinal and neurological Rehabilitation, Llandough Hospital Kate Morris, PCIC, Woodland House Christine Delahay, South Crisis Team, Hafan y Coed, UHL Rachel Banks, Physiotherapy, UHW Dan Morton, Clinical Coding, UHW If you would like to join the Staff Lottery, application forms can be completed electronically or via our website; https://healthcharity.wales/hospital-staff/staff-lottery/. Please return completed

David Boyce will be participating in the NHS 5k – Do It Your Way event this Sunday, 31st July to raise funds for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. Back in 2017, David’s son Tom became critically ill with pneumonia and fighting for his life at University Hospital Wales. The infection was so badly affecting his

To celebrate the NHS’ 74th birthday, on 25th July Multi Professional Rehabilitation Assistant and Wellbeing Champion, Natalie McCulloch, organised a staff bake-off at the Stroke Rehabilitation Centre, University Hospital Llandough. The idea came as a team building exercise and to help increase staff morale with a friendly competition. With four entries, the winning cake was

Funding from NHS Charities Together made it possible for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to support Willow Ward with their request to furnish a room that staff could use to make Skype calls, when appointments were adapted to take place online. The funding purchased five comfortable chairs and a table for the dedicated room, which

Huge congratulations to Drs Biju Mohamed and Govind Menon, two Geriatricians working in Cardiff and Vale UHB, who completed the cycle from London to Paris in the recent heatwave in just 3 days! So far they have raised an incredible £2,397 for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to support Cardiff and Vale Memory and Parkinson’s

Funding from NHS Charities Together was granted through Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to fulfil a request from the Adult Speech and Language Therapy Department, to provide them with a number of items to support patient and staff wellbeing during the COVID-19 Pandemic. With the department having to relocate to a new area, staff requested

Jason Vowles, the Digital Communications Officer from our very own Communications, Arts, Health Charity and Engagement Team, will be completing multiple challenges to raise funds for Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).  Jason has signed up for the NHS 5K Do It Your Way event in July, as well as the Cardiff Half Marathon

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Palliative Care Department requested six fold away z-beds through Cardiff & Vale Health Charity with funding from NHS Charities Together. Previously, families who were able to, would often sleep in a chair at the bedside of their relative. The z-beds allow family members to rest more comfortably at what can

With funding from NHS Charities Together, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity have supported the refurbishment of the courtyard for the Community Nutrition and Dietetic Service at Riverside Health Centre. The refurbishment allowed for a new bike shelter for staff, supporting safe cycle storage and enabling sustainable travel to work. A number of picnic tables were

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board alongside its official charity, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, celebrated the opening of Horatio’s Garden in the Spinal Injury and Neuro Rehabilitation Centre at University Hospital Llandough on Saturday 2nd July. To support the creation of the garden, Cardiff and Vale UHB generously provided the land, and Cardiff &

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Rachel Lloyd-Davies, Deputy Ward Manager SRC, has been crowned Health Hero for July. Rachel is a Deputy Ward Manager at the Stroke Rehabilitation Centre in University Hospital Llandough and has been revered by colleagues for her support, encouragement and constant strength towards staff, visitors and patients.

Iona Buchanan, Paediatric Critical Care, Noah’s Children Hospital Megumi Baba, Paediatric Palliative Care, Community Donna Spillane, Concerns, UHW Paul Price, Hafan y Coed, UHL The Staff Lottery supports staff across Cardiff and Vale by creating new winners every month. It also enables staff to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel, which has

Activities Co-Ordinator, Natalie McCulloch applied for funds through Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to introduce a range of care and activity items to improve the wellbeing of patients on East 8 and additional wards during the Covid-19 pandemic. Through monies from NHS Charities Together, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity were able to gift multiple new

Andrea Drury has been fundraising for Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Cariology Fund, all the way from Sydney, Australia! All funds raised are in memory of Mr Toby Carrington, who sadly passed away last year. On Friday 3rd June, Andrea organised the Aqua Fitness Fun Party event, hiring out a local pool for the ticketed

One of the many events that was affected by COVID-19 was our Strictly Top Dancer 2020 event.   This annual event raises money to support the Breast Centre Appeal at University Hospital Llandough, which is one of the main appeals of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity.  Since the annual Strictly Top Dancer event started in 2015,

On Friday 17th June, Cardiff and Vale Health Charity attended Cwmtawe 7s golf club presentation evening at Pontardawe Golf Club. The swelteringly sunny day was spent with several teams taking part in an annual golf tournament, and ended with an evening of comedy from compere Lenny Dee, and prizes were handed to the winning team

Our Health Meadow at University Hospital Llandough has received a Building with Nature Full Award*, the first of its kind in Wales! The Building with Nature Standards provide planners and developers with evidence-based, how-to, guidance on delivering high quality green infrastructure. The Standard puts nature at the heart of development in a way that’s good

Back in March 2022 we received news of Robert Morris signing up to Ironman Tenby 2022, to raise funds for the Major Trauma Team who saved his daughters life. We have received updates to say that Rob’s training is going excellently, and his fundraising page has received an incredible amount of donations! He has also

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Meryl Hosapian, has been crowned Health Hero for June. Meryl has been described by her colleagues as having the most wonderful way with patients, engaging them and calming them down when en route to often upsetting and anxiety-inducing scans. With a positive attitude, she often works

Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) began a project to transform their inpatient garden into an inviting, stimulating and relaxing area that patients would enjoy and utilise as part of their therapy.  With funding agreed from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel, the team were able to purchase outdoor musical equipment, situated at certain points

Funding from NHS Charities Together has supported Cardiff & Vale Health Charity to purchase several new items across multiple Health Board Departments to contribute to a more comfortable and efficient experience for patients throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic. Colour Changing Mood Lamps for the Maternity Unit The purchase of five colour changing mood lamps has helped

Over the long bank holiday weekend, the country celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, and so did we! To mark this special occasion, we sent 80 Jubilee boxes to our in-patient wards across our Cardiff and Vale University Health Board sites. In them we included balloons, flags, activity packs from Mental Health Matters and our Platinum

The Dental Sterilisation and Disinfection Unit were granted a section of new furniture through funding from NHS Charities together to enhance the unit’s staff room. The Dental Sterilisation and Disinfection Unit provide decontamination services to various clinics and departments within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board and staff worked a considerable amount of additional hours

The Staff Lottery SuperDraw took place on Friday 27th May 2022. The lucky winner of the £6,000 May SuperDraw 2022 is Ian Evans – Dental Service, St David’s Hospital YOUR £1,000 MAY STAFF LOTTERY WINNERS ARE: James Payyampallil – Housekeeping (Community) Catherine Morris – Emergency Unit (UHW) Debbie Mynett – Community Addictions Team (CRI) Juliet

Grow Well is the flagship community social prescribing project in the South West Cardiff Primary Care Cluster. The Cluster’s social prescribing pathway, into which Grow Well is embedded, enables GPs and social prescribers based in surgeries and other health-based voluntary and local authority services, to seamlessly refer patients to therapeutic, welcoming community gardens. Through the

The Cardiff and Vale Recovery & Wellbeing College provides free educational courses on a range of mental health, physical health and wellbeing topics. With the majority of courses unexpectedly having to be delivered online during the Covid-19 Pandemic, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity were able to grant the funds through NHS Charities Together for the

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce David Bray, Nurse, has been crowned Health Hero for May. David has worked on Cardiac Intensive Care at University Hospital Llandough since April 2021 having qualified in September 2019. Dave is described as a well-liked, valued member of the team, who also works well on his

Earlier this year, the organisers of CARTEN100 2022 very kindly offered Cardiff & Vale Health Charity a couple of free places for the annual Cardiff to Tenby Cycle ride. Two fabulous riders took us up on that challenge – Emily Harrington and Andrew Knight, two great friends and cycling enthusiasts who wanted to support the

Inspirational supporter and patient of the Breast Centre, Debs Harris, has recently finished her ‘Triple Challenge’ all raising funds for the Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Breast Centre Appeal. Debs is just over three years post-first mastectomy so decided to do three amazing challenges! Walk 10 Miles to Celebrate 10 Years of the Breast Centre

On 14th May it’s National Operating Department Practitioners Day, and we’re delighted to have supported our operating theatre colleagues. The Staff Lottery Bids Panel have agreed to provide funds to B3 in University Hospital of Wales to hold a celebratory event to mark this special day. When applying for the funds, Babs Jones said; “The

Following the extreme pressures on our NHS colleagues over the past 2 years, we have listened carefully to comments and suggestions from UHB staff who have expressed the need for dedicated outdoor areas to enable them to take time away from the stresses of their daily working lives. With funding from NHS Charities Together (NHSCT),

With funding from NHS Charities Together, the Patient Experience Team were able to recruit more Patient Experience Support Workers during the COVID-19 Pandemic to assist with facilitating virtual visiting through smart devices, providing necessities such as pyjamas and clothing, general befriending and positive social interactions with patients on a regular and reliable basis and helping

On 12th May it’s International Nurses Day, and we’re proud to have supported the celebrations happening over our UHB sites today. Across our General Surgery and Trauma & Orthopaedics Directorates at University Hospital of Wales, and Medicine Directorates at Barry Hospital and St David’s Hospital, our Staff Lottery Bids Panel have agreed to funding fruit

Christine Biddlecombe, District Nursing, CRI,Ellen Rees, Radiology, UHW,Lisa Noman, Raid Response Team, UHW,Clare Foley, Hamadryad Centre, Butetown Health CentreOne winner wishes to remain anonymous The Staff Lottery Bids Panel recently supported a project to bring artist Jenni Dutton to exhibit the ‘Dementia Darnings’ at the Hearth Gallery in University Hospital Llandough, and her daughter Briony

On 5th May we celebrate International Day of the Midwife, and this year Cardiff & Vale Health Charity are proud to support the Obs and Gynae department at University Hospital of Wales with their staff recognition awards by supplying funds for five hampers to the winners. With the ever-increasing pressures on services due to the

Head of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme, Simone Joslyn is passionate about the wellbeing of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board’s staff and patients, and believes in taking positive actions to improve lives.   Starting her NHS career as a mental health nurse over 30 years ago, Simone

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Victoria Hicks, Ward Sister, has been crowned Health Hero for April. During the pandemic, Vicky worked tirelessly to keep her patients safe. She was also instrumental in facilitating and supporting staff through several moves which had to be undertaken to establish wards for patients both with,

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity are delighted to announce a collaboration between our Breast Centre Appeal and CancerPal, an organisation that provides Care Boxes and products to help ease the side effects of cancer treatment. Jo Riley, founder of CancerPal, spent many years caring for her mum who was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in

It’s time to don your crown, bring out the fine china, and par-tea like royalty for the Big Jubilee Tea. This June, we’re celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and NHS Big Tea at the same time, and you can too! Whether you prefer an afternoon tea, or a coffee morning, you can put the fun

Megan Davis, CMHT, CRI, Saidu Hassan Dumbuya, Patient Access, UHW, Catherine Bickerton, Flying Start, Rachel Armitage, PCIC, Woodland House The Staff Lottery supports staff across Cardiff and Vale by creating new winners every month.   Why not sign up, just like recent new starters, Justine and Jason.  You will also be in with a chance of

Stacey McIntyre (Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Nurse) will be running the Vale of Glamorgan Ultra Marathon in April to support the Paediatric Diabetes Fund. Stacey was going to be joined by Aisling Pigott (Diabetes Dietitian), however Aisling is not able to take part in the run due to COVID-19. The raised funds will be used to

Each year, our incredible Gifts in Wills donors help us with funding state of the art facilities that support patient and staff wellbeing, and provide volunteering opportunities. A previous Gifts in Wills donation helped kickstart Our Health Meadow which is an on-going community project based in the fields surrounding the University Hospital Llandough site. Cardiff

Catherine Longree will be taking part in the NHS Big Jump by skydiving on the 15th May to fundraise for the Paediatric Diabetes Team. Catherine’s son, David, was diagnosed with Diabetes two years ago, and has been receiving excellent care and treatment from the Team ever since. Due to COVID-19 and being unable to fundraise

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity were thrilled to be invited to the Wales Football Association grounds beside the Vale Resort on Tuesday 22nd March where we met Health Charity partners Nathan and Rose of Nathaniel Cars, Welsh former professional footballer and current caretaker manager of the Wales national team, Rob Page, and Welsh professional footballer

A new mural was recently completed in the Cardiac Physiology Department by local artist Cathy May, funded by Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s Cardiac Fund. The project originally started back in February 2020, however when COVID-19 struck, it was put on hold until this month when it came to fruition. The walls of the Cardiac

Artist, Eve Hart, has generously gifted the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme five beautiful artworks in memory of her husband and the care he received at University Hospital Llandough. The Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme is part of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and is a small but dedicated team of artists and

After a project spanning well over 2 years of work which has been hindered by the pandemic, we are delighted that the Barry Hospital Heritage Project has now been installed in the Mary Lennox Community Room at Barry Hospital. Initially planned to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Barry Hospital in 2020, this Health Charity funded

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity were delighted to collaborate with the Cardiology Directorate to give a fresh look to the spaces within the Cardiology Department at the University Hospital of Wales by providing new wall vinyl. Using supporter donations to the Cardiology fund at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, the teams designed the bright and

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity have partnered with Farewill to offer a limited number of free wills for our supporters, with an option to leave a gift in your will to Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. Each year, our Gift in Wills donations help us to fund specialist equipment, research, treatment, patient care, and incredible

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Katherine Ronchetti, Highly Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist, has been crowned Health Hero for March. Kath has over 20 years experience in the NHS and has been described as exceptional in her role working with complex muscular and neuro-disability children. Kath is often training parents, carers, community staff

The Cardiff & Vale Health Charity water bottles are now available to purchase for just £5 at your local Aroma! They are perfect for when you’re on the go, or sat at the desk. The reusable bottles are also a more sustainable option to single-use plastic bottles, so you can protect the planet whilst quenching

Robert Morris will be taking part in Ironman Tenby 2022 to raise funds for the Major Trauma Team who saved his daughters life. In a life-threatening accident, Emmie (2 years old) suffered catastrophic injuries. As well as having multiple broken bones, she was in an induced coma in the Intensive Care Unit where she underwent

Jemma Hassell-Wilkes, Metabolic Medicine, UHW. Neil Britton, Radiology, UHL. Katie Neate, Assessment Unit. UHW. Allison Jenkins, A7, UHW The next £6,000 SuperDraw will take place on Friday 25th May 2022. Then…in November 2022, the SuperMegaDraw prize, will be an eye-watering £22,000! What would you buy? You can sign up here Staff Lottery | Cardiff &

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and the Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme have been delighted to support the team from the Pelvic Health Service, now based at Barry Hospital, to enable them to brighten the corridor space outside their clinic areas. A newly located service to Barry Hospital, the aim of the Pelvic Health

Liz and her husband Russ married in 2017 after both being widowed in the early 2000s. Unfortunately, they found out that Russ needed dialysis which meant he required a kidney transplant. Liz was the one who volunteered to be the kidney donor, and after a year of extensive tests, they went ahead with the procedure.

After suffering a serious head injury, and being in a coma for a month in 2018, Ifan Owens has been giving back to the Intensive Care Unit to show his thanks for the excellent treatment he received. During the 2020 lockdown, he and a friend (Tom Burns, who has since left the business due to

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Daniel Bould, Health Care Support Worker, has been crowned Health Hero for February. Known to all as Dan the Man, Daniel often goes the extra mile on every shift, showing the true spirit of team work and trust values. Described as having a calming nature, staff,

Adam Harcombe, his dad Andrew, mum Karen, and sister Darcey visited UHW this week, and presented a check for £150 to support B4 Neurology. It is in addition to the £15,906 Adam, his family, friends, and the members of his local rugby community raised in 2021. Fundraising activities included, Go the Distance Walk with Adam

As part of the ongoing strategy to reduce waste across Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Capital, Estates and Facilities Team introduced recycling bins for crisp packets back in November 2019, which were funded by Cardiff & Vale Health Charity. Over the past year, more and more flexible plastic recycling points have been established at supermarket

As part of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity’s ‘First Impressions’ Project at Barry Hospital, we were able to fund Ruth Bradshaw, Music and Arts for Health and Wellbeing Facilitator, to hold sessions with patients on the Sam Davies Ward at Barry Hospital. Due to Covid restrictions Ruth initially led the sessions on a virtual platform.

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity would like to say a huge thank you to the Palliative Care team. They raised over £500 at the Taffs Well Christmas Fayre to buy gifts for elderly patients who were isolated in hospital this Christmas. Due to the recent COVID-19 spike of the Omicron variant, visitor access at the

Every year, February is celebrated as LGBTQ+ History month, and we at Cardiff & Vale Health Charity and The Arts for Health and Wellbeing Programme are proud to stand alongside this community and be an ally for all. This year also marks a milestone as the 50th anniversary of the very first Pride March in

Jayne Somers, Maternity. UHW. Emma Wakefield, Paediatric Cardiology, Cardigan House, UHWJoy John, T4. UHWAlyson Chambers, Finance, UHW The Staff Lottery supports staff across Cardiff and Vale by creating new winners every month. It also enables staff to apply for funding from the Staff Lottery Bids Panel, which has awarded grants of over £1.5 million to

Over Christmas, Birchbox donated their subscription boxes to the staff tirelessly working at the Mass Vaccination Centres across Cardiff and Vale University Health Board. Birchbox is an online monthly subscription service that offers a box of various high-end samples of make-up and other beauty related products. This includes skincare items, perfumes, organic based products, and various other cosmetics.  To show their appreciation for our incredible vaccinators who

Cardiff & Vale Health Charity is pleased to announce Jen Thomas, Specialist Nurse for Children Looked After, has been crowned Health Hero for January. Jen joined Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in 1994 as a nurse working in ITU, and left critical care in 2004 to join the Child Health Department working within school

Owen Powell, a Security Officer, based at the University Hospital of Wales, took part in an epic fundraising challenge in March this year.   In his own words, Owen is extremely open and honest around his struggles with mental health whilst balancing everyday tasks and doing his best to get through the day.  Previously served in

The Patient Experience (PE) Team at Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is asking you to put your best foot forward and get involved in the 100 challenge during February 2022. Everyone has good intentions at the start of the new year, to be fitter, healthier and more active.  Volunteer Co-ordinator, Jordann Rowley came up

In December 2020, Cardiff & Vale Health Charity celebrated 10 years of making things better for patients, visitors, staff and the wider community. The Health Charity had planned to hold a 10-year celebration event, looking back at the major projects it has funded and celebrating the contributions of their donors, fundraisers, volunteers and community partners

Christmas has come early this week, when Andrew Hill, Public Service Centre Supervisor from South Wales Police, delivered some wonderful toys to the Health Visiting Team at Woodland House. The donations were made after a toy drive in the Joint Public Service Centre (JPSC) which is at Police Headquarters in Bridgend. The JPSC is the

Thank you for supporting Cardiff & Vale Health Charity this year. As we look back on 2021, during the pandemic our fundraisers have been taking on incredible challenges like the Three Peaks Challenge, cycling from North to South Wales and walking 100,000 steps in a day, amongst many others.  All of the donations we have

Congratulations to Helen Murray who so far, has raised £430 through JustGiving for her 35 mile trail run in Pembrokeshire. Helen was inspired to raise funds to provide state of the art equipment for the Paediatric Cardiology Department, where her niece, Leia, receives treatment for Heart Disease. Leia started out in this world with a

The Manic Street Preachers played a series of concerts recently at the Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff raising a total of £85,000 for local NHS Charities in Wales. NHS workers were also treated to a free concert as a thank you for their hard work during the pandemic. The multi-award winning band – who formed in Blackwood