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
A little update on the PROP Blue Tie Ball following the fabulous event that was held on Friday 6th October. The Ball which was headline sponsored by Hugh James Solicitors was held in aid of the Prop Appeal which supports patients at University Hospital Llandough who are suffering from an acquired brain injury. We were
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
