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Tuesday, 07 April 2020 00:00
Milton, The Treehouse and The Nook rated ‘outstanding’ by CQC
Written by Michael Jarvis
At a time of such little good news, East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) is thrilled to announce that all its hospices have been rated ‘outstanding’ following Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspections in January. Tracy Rennie, EACH Acting Chief Executive, said: “I’m so proud of all our staff and volunteers. Everyone has a part to play in making sure children and families get the care they need. It’s not only the care staff, but everyone who contributes to make EACH the organisation it is. This huge achievement is testament to their commitment to be the best in all they do and I’d like to take this opportunity to publicly thank them. “This has been wonderful news to receive in uncertain times. To protect the vulnerable children who use our service and…
Wednesday, 01 April 2020 00:00
Purfleet Trust supports new accommodation for homeless
Written by Sharon Clifton
The Government asked all local authorities to find suitable accommodation for homeless people in shelters and hostels to enable them to self isolate properly. All those identified have now been relocated to alternative accommodation where they have their own room and are able to follow social distancing guidance. They are also being provided with welfare support, 3 meals a day, toiletries and will soon be provided with clothing bundles. This was no mean feat and would not have been achieved without the support of partners in west Norfolk providing assistance. Cllr Adrian Lawrence, Cabinet Member for Housing said: “I would like to thank all of those involved for their efforts in ensuring the safety and protection of the homeless in our area. While we know this is a time of…
Wednesday, 01 April 2020 00:00
Stobart & Hurrell doubling their support for Nelson's Journey
Written by Emily Matthews
In light of the Coronavirus and the impact this is having on local charities, Hoveton based estate agents Stobart & Hurrell have generously decided to double their regular contribution to Nelson’s Journey for the remainder of 2020. Stobart & Hurrell have been supporting Norfolk’s child bereavement support charity for 3 years and to date, have raised over £3,200 by donating a percentage of their profit following the completion of each house sale. Peter Hurrell, Director at Stobart and Hurrell, said: “We are a proud supporter of Nelson’s Journey and well aware of the impact COVID-19 is having across areas of the community. As parents and as a socially conscious local business we want to ensure that bereaved children and young people are able to access support when they need it.”
Friday, 27 March 2020 00:00
EACH appeals for urgent public support in response to the “overwhelming” financial impact of COVID-19 outbreak
Written by Michael Jarvis
The charitable care provider is urgently calling on the public to donate online or get creative with their ‘at-home’ fundraising ideas. Tracy Rennie, EACH Acting Chief Executive, said: “What we are all facing is unprecedented. We know this is a very challenging and uncertain time for everyone, and for EACH the financial impact is overwhelming. Financial forecasts based on what we know and the rapidly changing situation are extremely concerning, and are likely to get worse"
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Wednesday, 04 March 2020 00:00
Rival Clubs Back Local Charity’s Annual Sleep Out
Written by Rachel Hogg
Local charity, The Benjamin Foundation, has announced its annual Sleep Out fundraising events with Norwich City and Ipswich Town Football Clubs hosting this year’s events. Taking place on Thursday 19th November, the Norwich Sleep Out will be held at Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road with the Ipswich Sleep Out taking place at Ipswich Town Football Club on Portman Road on 5th November. The annual Sleep Out fundraising events support The Benjamin Foundation’s work in Norfolk and Suffolk to prevent youth homelessness by inviting people to spend one night sleeping outside so others don’t have to. Money raised through sponsorship helps their work to tackle the homelessness problem locally by providing a home and support to over 100 vulnerable young people aged 16 to 25 every night. The Benjamin Foundation…
Sunday, 23 February 2020 00:00
Random Acts of Kindness from Tia's Treasures Team
Written by Lisa Hutchinson
The Tia's Treasures Team are proud to be a part of a new game called Hit the Ambulance, it doesn't involve physically hitting ambulances as the name may suggest but its all about showing our appreciation to the Ambulance Crew by leaving notes of appreciation and gifts on the windscreens of Ambulances. A group has been set up on Facebook by a lady called Tracy from Leicester and within 3 days reached over 10k members, as a Raktivist through the work we do with Tia's Treasures I've been invited to become an Admin on the Hit the Ambulance Gamers Facebook Group. The facebook group is https://www.facebook.com/groups/500377094231257/
Friday, 31 January 2020 00:00
Runstoppable Fundraising for Norfolk Children's Charities
Written by Sophie Berry
Runstoppable, a Norfolk business supporting local runners, has raised over £800 for two children’s charities in Norfolk. £410 has been handed over to both Norfolk child bereavement charity Nelson’s Journey and Red Balloon Learner Centre. Runstoppable, based in Norwich, offers ‘MOT’ assessments to runners. Each Runner’s MOT in 2019 led to a donation to the charities. Running coach Kyle Brooks, owner of the business, said: “I know that these two charities are making a real difference to young people locally who’ve been through really difficult experiences, and I’m very pleased that my clients have been so enthusiastic in supporting their cause. Charities need the support of their communities to continue their work, and there are many ways in which businesses can help.“
Friday, 24 January 2020 00:00
Cheque Presentation to Break – Maids Head Hotel Charity 2019
Written by Paul Dickson
Throughout 2019, Break was the Maids Head Hotel's local charity. During the year staff and guests raised £1,184.06. We invited Danielle Gravestock from Break to receive the cheque and celebrate the fundraising success with our staff. The money was raised through collection buckets, a Christmas raffle and donations at special events including resident tour guide Paul Dickson's Shardlake's Norwich tours during English Tourism Week and Norfolk Day and Rob Knee from the Paston Heritage Society who gave talks about the Pastons and the Paston Letters on Norfolk Day and on 22 November. The second talk was on the anniversary of the Maids Head getting it's first official written mention in a Paston letter. A team from the Maids Head – Jonathan Brasnett, Andrew Shorthose and Rose Taylor - also completed…
Thursday, 16 January 2020 00:00
Young Volunteers help raise funds to support other bereaved children
Written by Louise Flynn
On Friday 29th November, Nelson’s Journey held their annual Christmas Quiz at Open in Norwich. As part of the evening a group of the charity’s young volunteers spoke about their experience of bereavement and encouraged attendees to help raise funds during the popular festive event. Danielle, Harvey and Josh spoke to an audience of over 310 people about who had died in their lives and shared projects that they have supported the development and delivery of which are benefitting Norfolk bereaved children and young people such as the Smiles and Tears Gift Box, a gift that can be purchased for a recently bereaved child containing helpful support, information, therapeutic activities and treats. The contents of the box were carefully chosen and created by the young volunteers to support recipients through…
Thursday, 09 January 2020 00:00
CT Baker Budgens of Holt staff raise record amount.
Written by Louise Cowell
A year of fundraising by staff at CT Baker Budgens of Holt has resulted in a donation of £19,885 being made to Macmillan Cancer Support, north Norfolk During 2019, staff baked, walked and hosted lots of events throughout the year to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support which provides specialist health care, information and financial support to people affected by cancer. Staff joined Jane Gurney-Read, Acting Managing Director for the CT Baker Group, who presented a cheque for £19,885 to local Macmillan Cancer Support volunteers. The charity was chosen by staff in memory of a valued colleague who sadly passed away.
