Summer 2014 - Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal

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ON FUNDRAISING
SUMMER 2014
FOCUS
Registered Charity No 1075308
THE SKY’S THE LIMIT
FOR OUR FUNDRAISERS!
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
YCC Projects Funded Team YCC Trek China and Nepal
Extraordinary Community Fundraising YCC Events Calendar
Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal - the official fundraising arm of Leeds Cancer Centre
at St. James’s Institute of Oncology
www.yorkshirecancercentre.org.uk
Dear Friends & Supporters,
Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal
Fundraising Department, Level 7,
Leeds Cancer Centre, Bexley Wing,
Beckett Street, Leeds LS9 7TF
T: 0113 206 8444 or 0113 206 8620
E: leedsth-tr.YCCFundraising@
nhs.net
W: www.yorkshirecancercentre.org.uk
Bexley Wing, Leeds Cancer Centre
iNside THIS ISSUE
4 - How We Spend Your Money
6 - China Trek 2014
8 - Coming Up
12 - Nepal Trek 2014
14 - Bexley Arts Programme
18 - Kate Granger Update
19 - Great Yorkshire Stairclimb
20 - Staff Support
Throughout the winter months our
fundraising plans have continued to
develop and our supporter base has
been further strengthened as we
persevere in our efforts to reach our
£10m appeal target in support our
Yorkshire cancer patients.
Fundraising initiatives have flourished
in the local and regional community;
individuals, clubs and societies are
all instrumental in supporting our
SHEILA O’SHEA
projects and instigating events of their Appeal Director
Yorkshire Cancer Centre
own. We can never say ‘Thank You’
often enough for all your efforts in support of our patients.
We have much to be grateful for in the forthcoming summer months as we
look forward, yet again, to our now well-established YCC annual events:
the Yorkshire Three Peaks climb; the Leeds 10k - which this year boasts a
60-strong team from Leeds Cancer Centre, led by Clinical Director David
Jackson; our glamorous September Ball in Harrogate and a brand new
Spartan Challenge event in Ripon. We are steadily recruiting energetic
participants to rise to the challenge of our bespoke Indian Himalayas and
Kilimanjaro treks next year, or to sign up for an open challenge with other
UK charities to almost any destination on earth! So the planning and the
fundraising continue apace.
We owe much gratitude to all our supporters who bolstered our
fundraising efforts throughout the recession; the following pages pay
tribute to many of them.
Hopefully, the Chancellor’s predictions of a recovery are accurate and we
can soldier on together towards 2015 with greater confidence & renewed
enthusiasm. In the meantime, we hope your summer months will be sunny,
fruitful and healthy! We hope too that you will continue to support us in
whatever way you can.
Very best wishes
Yours sincerely
21 - Community Fundraising
34 - Corporate Support
35 - Calendar of Events 2014-15
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Sheila O’Shea
Appeal Director, Yorkshire Cancer Centre
Summer 2014
Radiotherapy Update
Julie Owens,
Radiotherapy
Manager writes:
Radiotherapy treatment
is widely used in cancer
treatment and forms
one of the core services
provided at the Leeds
Cancer Centre. Whilst
Radiotherapy may
be a less well-known
cancer treatment than
chemotherapy, it can and does cure cancer. Second only
and image guided radiotherapy (IGRT). These new
ways of delivering radiotherapy are transforming the
lives of patients as cancer cells are targeted more
precisely, increasing cure rates. Patients experience
reduced side effects. The innovations also allow patients
with potentially curable lung cancer who previously
had no treatment options to be successfully treated
using a technique called stereotactic ablative bodyframe radiotherapy (SABR). Leeds has pioneered this
technique and been able to offer a chance of potentially
curative treatment to the people of Yorkshire and
beyond.
But the work does not stop there. There is still more
to do to increase the number of people being cured
with the help of radiotherapy. However, new
technology and software is expensive and our
‘shopping list’ cannot all be funded by the NHS.
As part of the Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal,
a Radiotherapy Equipment Fund has been set
up and we are grateful for help in fundraising
for this. We would be pleased to hear from
you if you would like to contribute to our
fundraising in any way.
Julie Owens, Radiotherapy Manager
[email protected] / 0113 2067456
Everything’s coming up
roses in Sue’s garden
to cancer surgery, radiotherapy is
involved in 40 per cent of patients
where cancer is cured and in many
of these it is the primary treatment
used.
The radiotherapy department
in Leeds has become nationally
and internationally recognised
for pioneering ‘state of the art’
radiotherapy treatment. Support
from the Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Charitable Foundation and the
has enabled the radiotherapy
team to pioneer the use of new
technology and techniques in more
targeted treatments such as intensity
modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)
Sue Griffiths, who retired as Head of Radiotherapy at Cookridge
Hospital prior the relocation of
services in 2008, is fundraising
for YCC Appeal.
Sue is passionate about funding
additional enhanced technology
to benefit patients undergoing
radiotherapy at Leeds Cancer
Centre.
Sue is a keen photographer and
has had quality greeting cards
recreated from photographs taken
in her garden. The cards are sold
at various local outlets and are
proving quite a hit. Sue also sells
plants from her garden, and to
date she has raised £1,525 from her fundraising initiatives which include
open garden days, support from staff at the Headingley Branch of Leeds
Building Society and local shops.
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YCC FOCUS ON FUNDRAISING
How We Have spent your money
Letter From Julie Scholefield, sister HDU Ward J81
Just to let you know we have now received and put to
good use all our items from the 2013 YCC funding for
home comforts!
Once again on behalf of all the staff and patients on
J81 I would like to say a huge thank you to you and
your supporters for these items. They really make a
huge difference. This year we received some lovely
bedside lights to create a calmer/warmer ambience
at night (and in the day!) than the fluorescent lights;
we also received some torch lights for the bed spaces
- these are so the staff could work round the patient
at night without having to switch on the big lights again creating a more restful environment for our
patients. We also acquired funding for some pictures
of the dales to put on blank walls and some more
bright clocks to create a more normal environment.
We are currently looking at implementing the hot/cold
thermaflex compresses paid for by the YCC -these will
hopefully ease patients’ pain when medication has not
been successful and enhance patient comfort. Finally
we also used a small part of the funding for some
games in the relatives area - they often have long waits
and it was felt some distraction was needed for them
also.
So once again THANK YOU!! The funding from the
YCC continues to make a huge difference to the
patient environment on an otherwise very clinical HDU
- we would be unable to secure the funding for these
‘luxuries’ from any other pot in the present climate.
We see as a team the difference they make to the
patients experience at a difficult time in their lives.
Please pass on our thanks to all concerned.
All the best to your fundraising team for 2014!
Regards,
Julie Scholefield
Sister - HDU
Critical Care, 2nd Floor, Bexley Wing
Sister Sarah Hevetson, Sister Julie Scholefield and Ward Clerk Michelle Harland with some of the items purchased from YCC appeal fund for Ward J81
(HDU)
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Summer 2014
Clinical Research Facility
Sister Samantha McAnena at the Leeds
Clinical Research Facility was delighted
with funding for two electric recliner
chairs and a Dynamap.
“They are wonderful,” she said. “Our
patients are often here for 8 to 10 hours
during which time we collect all the relevant
information we need to evaluate the trials
we run. Any help with comfort for them is a
massive help, so thank you very much - these
items really assist with patient comfort and
safety.”
Lynda Garbutt, Research Support Worker, is
pictured using the new Dinamap with Stuart
Lancaster, Clinical Technologist in Bexley
Wing. Stuart is also undergoing treatment at
the cancer centre.
Lynda (below) demonstrating use of one
of the electric rise recliners to Wayne
Lees who is also a patient on the Clinical
Research Facility.
Ward 98
Pictured taking delivery of the Urine testing Kit
for Ward J98 are Jenny Fielding, Sister (L) and
Staff Nurse Charlotte O’Brien (R). Jenny told us,
“Ward staff were delighted with the testing kit
and also the sofa bed, the foot stools and the TV all these little things make a huge difference for
patients.”
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£23,377 raised by team ycc china trek
‘We made many inspirational and brave friends along the
way. Most importantly we raised loads of money for the
Yorkshire Cancer Centre.’ - Chris Pointon
Between 18th and 27th October 2013, a team of trekkers representing Yorkshire Cancer Centre
set out on an unforgettable, challenging and eventful trek in China.
During their nine day trek they climbed sections of the Great Wall in the hills around Beijing, marvelled at
the panoramic views from watchtowers, visited The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square and met many
inspirational trekkers along the way. The YCC team included five members of staff from ASDA in Leeds and
altogether the team raised a fantastic £23,377 for the cancer centre.
“I’m struggling for words to describe it to colleagues. Hearing other people’s stories was
incredible and inspirational, it really has put things into perspective for me, and others
have commented the same.” - Charlie Mills
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Summer 2014
“It was out of this world, can’t Put in to words how amazing the trip was!” - Linzi Thackeray
“There’s a Chinese saying that anyone who
climbs The Great Wall is a Hero – and I met
some real heroes!” - Charlie Mills
“The Celebratory Dinner was probably my most special memory;
full of laughter, inspiring stories, speeches, eating, drinking and
(a few) tears ” - Chris Pointon
“I met some truly amazing people on the trek who encouraged me and inspired me, We shared
laughter and tears - I truly believe I have met new friends for life.” - Ivana Agaoglu
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SPARTAN RACE
Train, Experience & conquer with yorkshire cancer centre
Y O U ’ L L K N O W AT T H E F I N I S H L I N E
ELLINGTON BANKS, RIPON | SUNDAY 28 TH SEPTEMBER 2014
5 MILES. 15 CHALLENGING OBSTACLES.
If you want to take on something new and exciting, are willing to
put in some training and want to raise money for a fantastic local
charity this is the event for you!
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, 28th September, 2014
Location: Ripon, Ellington Banks, Kirby
Road, Yorkshire HG4 2RB
START TIMES: Heats of up to 250 people
will leave at the following times: 10:00am,
10:30am, 11:00am, 11:30am, 12:00pm,
12:30pm and 1:00pm.
*Enter the 10am heat if you want to be as
competitive as possible and race against the best.
DISTANCE: A 5km obstacle race designed
to challenge. Fastest times should be 30min.
Longest times could be up to 3 hours. Timing
chips are used for accuracy.
AGES: Minimum age 14. All racers under
18 years of age will require a parent/
guardian onsite to sign the waiver.
FINISH: Every competitor receives a
medal, a Spartan T-shirt, scrapes and
bruises, stories and more stories!
Registration Fee: £35
Minimum Sponsorship: £200
To register, or for more information,
please call 0113 206 8620, email
[email protected] or visit
www.yorkshirecancercentre.org.uk.
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Summer 2014
Challenge Events 2014-15
indian himalayas trek
& Delhi community project
1st - 9th May 2015
Kilimanjaro
Trek
10th - 20th October 2015
You will take 7 days to trek the Machame route
to the peak of the highest freestanding mountain
in the world. This is a longer ascent than most
which will give you a greater chance of reaching
the summit, Uhuru Peak, the highest point in
Africa. This challenge is breathtakingly beautiful
and there is nowhere in the world quite like
Mount Kilimanjaro.
Open Challenges
We Are Trekking (or cycling!) to these
exciting destinations in 2014-15
Join Yorkshire Cancer Centre on this incredible
challenge in India. The trek takes you to some of
the most remote and beautiful areas of the Indian
Himalyas. Passing through serene Dharamsala
and the small villages of Kanol and Kareri before
spending time in Delhi assisting at a project that
supports local people who are battling cancer.
Your activities will include painting, redecorating,
gardening and other similar tasks.
London to Paris Bike Ride
Cycle London to Paris and ride the last few miles of the
Tour de France route through Paris!
All our Open Challenges are run completely by Global Adventure. 23rd - 27th Jul 2014; 17th - 21st Sep 2014; 8th 12th Apr 2015; 22nd - 26th Jul 2015; 16th - 20th Sep
2015
Grand Canyon Trek
Descend deep into one of the best natural wonders of
the world: The Grand Canyon!
4th - 11th Oct 2014; 9th - 16th May 2015; 3rd - 10th
Oct 2015
Cycle Vietnam To Cambodia
Covering 400km from Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City
(Saigon) where you’ll have time to explore, to the
ancient temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia.
15th - 25th Nov 2014; 7th - 17th Mar 2015; 14th 24th Nov 2015
Mount Toubkal Trek
Trek the magnificent Atlas mountain range in Morocco
in order to reach its highest peak - Mount Toubkal - The
highest peak in North Africa!
5th - 9th Jun 2014; 4th - 8th Jun 2015
The Canadian Rockies Trek
Discover the Canadian Rockies on this 80km trek in the
mountains surrounding Canmore and Banff. The scenery
on this most stunning of treks is magnificent!
20th - 27th Sep 2014; 9th - 16th May 2015; 19th 26th Sep 2015
Sahara Desert Trek
Experience the beauty of one of the most beathtaking
and vast deserts in the world - The Sahara!
13th - 18th Nov 2014; 19th - 24th Feb 2015; 19th 24th Nov 2015
Lapland - The Husky Trail
Sled for six days through the rolling highlands and deep
forests of Lapland for an unforgettable experience!
28th Mar - 4th Apr 2015; 4th - 11th Apr 2015
For information on any of our challenges in 2014/15, contact Tif on 0113 206 8620,
or email [email protected] or sheilao’[email protected]
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Yorkshire
Three Peaks
Saturday 7th June 2014
Conquer the 3 tallest peaks in Yorkshire in 12 hours or less in support of
the 2,000 Patients treated at the Bexley Wing, St James’s Hospital every
day.
Meet at Horton-in-Ribb
lesdale
early morning for a safet
y
briefing.
Set off on your challenge
in the
early morning.
Be accompanied by a tea
m of
experienced Trek leade
rs to
guide you.
Attempt to complete the
trek in
12 hours or less
Registration fee: £30.0
0
Minimum sponsorship:
£120.00
Join us on
7th June
2014 for the
chance to
join in one
of the UK’s
best outdoor
challenges.
You’ll encounter
rocky terrain, steep inclines and boggy ground
as you scale Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and
Ingleborough. The summits of these famous peaks reveal amazing landscapes of the scenic Yorkshire Dales making
the tough physical challenge all the more worthwhile.
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2
K
0
1
Leeds
Run In Purple for YCC!
Sign up to be one of the 11,000 runners in the best 10K in
Yorkshire!
Come and experience the buzz in what has become one of the
region’s most successful sporting charity events. Join Yorkshire
Cancer Centre and Run In Purple to raise funds for cancer
patients in the region.
For a Registration Form, or more information on these
events, please contact Tif on
0113 206 8620, email [email protected]
or visit www.yorkshirecancercentre.org.uk
The September Ball
Saturday 27th September 2014 The Majestic Hotel Harrogate.
Our 18th consecutive year - a fabulous event. Let your hair down, dress
up to the nines - we promise you’ll have a Ball! Please contact Sheila on
0113 206 8444 or email sheilao’[email protected] for tables of 6, 8, 10 or
12.
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Summer 2014
Volunteering – Good for the soul – good for your community
Soul-searching? Gap Year? Retired? Need a change of scene?
We might well have the answer here in the Fundraising Department at YCC!
Ask any volunteer why they volunteer for their favourite charity and you will rarely get the same answer – and
that’s because people from all walks of life give freely of their
time and energy for a variety of reasons.
Develop your skills - do someone a favour
- get a buzz!
Knowing that your skills are valued and contributing to your
community can be a tremendous confidence boost for volunteers.
And if the thought of buffing up your CV, improving your skills
and self-confidence, meeting new and interesting people and
helping out the local community isn’t enough of an incentive,
there are even health
benefits associated with
volunteering. It has been
medically proven that
‘doing good’ can give
you a heightened sense
of wellbeing, a stronger
immune system and a
speedier recovery from
surgery!
Left: Sharing a joke in the YCC Charity Shop are volunteers Nicola, Sharon, Carol & David.
Go on – give it a go!
Right: Some members of our YCC Volunteering team (L to R): David Black, Anne Storey, Maeve Ellis,
For more info call Tif on
Carol Land, Nicola Craine, Susan Binns, Lesley Wilkinson, Pauline Cheetham, Sharon Venables & Clive
Wilkinson
0113 206 8620
INterested?
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Spartan Race
Kilimanjaro Trek
Indian Trek & Project
Yorkshire Three Peaks
Leeds 10K
Mount Toubkal Trek
London-Paris Cycle
Canadian Rockies Trek
Sahara Desert Trek
Lapland Husky Trail
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following activities, via:
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nepal Trek 2014
“Incredible challenge and fantastic time with
inspirational people. Memories of a lifetime. Wonderful
to experience and learn about the customs and tradition
of the Nepalese people.” - Andy Matson
Team YCC Nepal set out from Bexley Wing on 24th April - all fit and well prepared for their
expedition in the awe-inspiring Himalayan Anapurnas - reaching 3,200m at the highest point. The
team spent 9 days in Nepal and every member of Team YCC reached their trekking target - the
magnificent Poon Hill.
Team members John Ackroyd (78 years young!), Chris Barr, Grace Bellerby, Dani Dale, Sheila Fisher (this is
Sheila’s fifth trek with YCC!) Hugh O’Reilly, Steven Parr & Andy Matson (one of our super A & E doctors), made
up the YCC Team - between them they have raised £30,720 for YCC. Here are just some of their thoughts when
they reached home:
“A real challenge! A very special experience with very special people.
Best bit: mountain spotting at the top of the world. Worst bit: leaving the Himalayas.” - Hugh
“I think more people should do these challenges – the fundraising, the opportunity to help
others fight this disease. the very real change this brings to my life.” - Chris
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Summer 2014
“Honoured to have enjoyed it with
a group of special people. trip and
challenge of a lifetime” - Grace
“It’s a privilege to have been involved with the
fundraising for such a great cause. I have enjoyed
every single step and will have fantastic memories and
friends for life.” - Steve
“It’s been an absolute honour to
be a part of this trek. Namaste” Dani
“The best trek yet! Scenery, people (our group and those we met on the
way) and the sheer joy of being there.” - Sheila
If you’ve been inspired by either our China or Nepal team trekkers we’ve
organised two more fantastic bespoke treks for 2015. Indian Himalayas trek
followed by a project at a cancer centre in Delhi 1 - 9 May and the challenging
Kilimanjaro trek 10 - 20 October. Turn to page 9 for more info on our upcoming
Challenge Events!
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Bexley WIng Arts Programme
Both visual & performing arts are thriving in Bexley Wing. Thanks to our talented artists who
feature prominently when a new exhibition is launched every quarter and, thanks to live music
performances, barely a day passes without some form of musical interlude to put a spring in our
step! The Atrium Gallery exhibition space is booked through to 2016 and our grand piano is
rarely silent.
A ‘Tweet’ Story
A little bird told me... Sculptor Beverley
Drury’s bird exhibition has been causing
quite a flutter and raising a few £s for YCC in
Bexley Wing Atrium.
Beverley’s husband Les is making an excellent
recovery following his surgery and treatment
here, and he and Beverley have held several bird
raffles with all proceeds benefiting the cancer
appeal.
In addition,
Beverley’s exquisite
birds are for sale
and a percentage of
those sales is also donated
to the appeal fund. Many
of the people who bought raffle tickets have been
regular visitors to the Bexley Wing for treatment and
they commented on how well the exhibitions capture
attention and interest, or are simply a welcome
distraction.
Beverley sculpts the birds largely from champagne
wire and couples are now ordering their choice of bird
from the wires used after popping their champagne
corks from weddings and other celebrations.
Consultant Oncologist Dr Emma Thomas is seen
here having chosen a pair of snow buntings as a
wedding gift for a friend who was treated in Bexley
Wing and married in spring. Donations to cancer
charities were on the bride and groom’s wedding
present list, so friends secretly collected wires
from the champagne served at the wedding. They
commissioned Beverley to transform them into pairs
of wire bird sculptures with
a percentage going to YCC
and the birds being given to
the newlyweds - what a novel
idea and delightful gift!
We are very grateful to
Beverley, Les and our
feathered friends - Tweet!
Tweet!
Drawing the winning ticket at their first raffle is Les’s surgeon Mr Kostas Papagiannopoulos; Patient Ted
Deal with consultant surgeon, Mark Lansdown following the Spring bird raffle. Ted and his wife Margaret, a
former nurse, are allotment neighbours of Beverley & Les.
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Beverley’s champagne
birds can be seen in Bexley
Wing’s atrium and can be
purchased through the
Fundraising Office.
Summer 2014
Putting a spring in our step!
Three excellent pianists have been providing some lively musical relief for patients & visitors
in Bexley Wing. Our grand piano is rarely silent as Wilfred, Steve & John tinkle the ivories on a
regular basis and bring a little cheer to all passers-by as they fill the Atrium space with the sound
of well-loved melodies.
Wilfred Gilliard is 95 years young
and likes nothing better than playing
for, and chatting to, patients and their
families for several hours each week.
Wilfred worked for 40 years with the
Yorkshire Power Company (and their
successors). Before his retirement he
spent 7 years in the forces and was
resident organist at St Mary’s Church,
Whitkirk for 60 years! He is now a
great-grandfather and continues to
lead a very active life in Leeds 8.
Steve Marshall is himself a former
patient who lost his wife Yvonne to
Our three pianists, Wilfred Gilliard (above), Steve Marshall (below left) and John Smith ( below
cancer at Cookridge Hospital over ten
right) have raised over £6,000 for the appeal since January.
years ago. Steve served in the RAF for
As time goes on we have got to know so many people
ten years and he too is an organist at St Aidan’s Church,
and they
Roundhay
have become
Road, and
friends. The
previously at
people here
the Church
are just so
of Jesus
courageous
Christ &
and cheerful
Latter Day
and the
Saints for
staff are
four years.
phenomenal.”
Steve told
Comments:
us, “I really
Terry
enjoy playing for patients and raising funds for a great
Fearnley,
cause.”
74, is also
undergoing
John Smith, 76, spent the six weeks throughout his
treatment for prostate cancer said, “It is not the best
radiotherapy treatment for prostate cancer putting a
place to come when you are here every week for
smile on the faces of patients by playing his favourite
treatment but to hear the piano as you walk through
songs. John, who is grandfather of six, has performed
the door is wonderful.”
at York Minster and Leeds Town Hall, said, “The
people here are remarkable and I’m privileged to play
Hospital volunteer Maureen Dickinson told us,
the piano for them.” John and his wife Joy have been
“Everybody that comes here says they love it. It makes
married for 50 years. “My wife is always at my side and
it not seem like a hospital. It cheers everyone up. It’s
we are trying to put a bit of happiness into the hospital.
lovely.”
We are truly grateful to Wilfred, Steve and John for their wonderful music and of course, their
joint contribution to the YCC Appeal Fund - between them they have raised £7,057.23 since
January 2014! Now that’s music to our ears!
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More Music!
We are indebted to the many choirs who come to perform in The Atrium throughout the
year:
inspiration choir
Always a sellout for our
Christmas
Concert under
the direction
of Musical
Director Gary
Griffiths.
£3,837.91 was
raised at the
2013 Christmas
concert and
was supported
by several local
musicians:
Violinists Brigitte
Mallon & Elizabeth Lister
(right); Pianist Gavin Duffy
(below, right), majoring
in classical Performance
of Leeds College of Music;
String Quartet, members of
West Yorkshire Symphony
Orchestra (Below left);
Brigitte Mallon, Elizabeth
Lister, Rob Thomson &
Joanna Heaton entertained
with the delightful Eine Kleine Christmasmusic; Dr Kate Granger - flautist (among many other things) adding
the haunting ‘Walking in the Air’ to the Christmas mix; Soprano Sarah Blood (above, right) (appearing by kind
permission of Opera North); Jo Jones - chanteuse, CNS Team Leader Gi Chemo-Radiotherapy; Ian Martin
Jones’s wonderful Wizardry; Dr Paul Hatfield compered with his usual panache! We were delighted also to
welcome the Children’s Nativity Choir from St Matthews C of E Primary School, Chapel Allerton.
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Summer 2014
ECHO encore!
Making their first appearance in March this year with conductor Andy Booth
Marsh Ladies choir
Also making
their debut
appearance in
Bexley Wing in
April. The Marsh
Ladies Choir
will perform in
Huddersfield
Town Hall on 3rd
October 2015
in support of
Yorkshire Cancer
Centre Appeal.
chippendales choir
Patients, visitors & staff delighted in the
melodious strains of the Chippendale
Singers when they performed their lunchtime concert on 1st May.
The Choir will perform again in support
of Yorkshire Cancer Centre at St Mary’s
Church, Wharfedale at 7.30 pm on
7th June. Tickets are £10 adults, £8
concessions, with under-16s free (no ticket
required). Tickets will be available on the
door. For tickets & further info contact
Jan Wilkinson 01943 461318 or email
[email protected].
www.chippendalesingers.co.uk
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What Katie did next
Dr Kate Granger continues to garner support for
her YCC fundraising and her various campaigns
to improve patient care throughout the NHS.
Her Twitter followers number almost 23,000 and her
#hellomynameis campaign (to influence the medical
profession into showing greater consideration towards
patients by introducing themselves to each patient) has
gone global.
Little wonder that Kate’s
achievements have been
recognised regionally
and nationally. She was
guest speaker at NHS
England’s EXPO
conference in
Manchester
in March
where she
presented
the
inaugural
Dr Kate
Granger Award
for Compassionate Care; she lectures at seminars
throughout the UK and to add to her 2013 accolades
(Woman of Courage Award & overall winner of
Yorkshire Women of Achievement Award), she has just
been awarded the British Geriatric Society President’s
Medal. Kate, who is a senior Registrar, is one of the
youngest recipients of this award.
Her Bucket List is still growing and she plans her dare-
devil skydive in July. Kate continues with her clinical
role two days a week - a job she thoroughly enjoys.
If you wish to purchase a copy of
either of Kate’s books, you can:
Visit the Yorkshire Cancer Centre
Charity Shop, Level 0, Bexley Wing
Order a copy online:
theothersidestory.co.uk/thebrightside
Or download to your Kindle
through Amazon.
Books cost £10 each (except Kindle
book reader)
All proceeds from both books are donated to
The Bright Side ladies cake bakes continue to
exceed previous events both in attendance & income
generated. The St Valentine’s cake bake raised
£2,033.63! Kate’s fundraising has now reached a
sensational £115k for YCC Appeal!
You can follow Kate on Twitter: @GrangerKate
The next Bright Side Ladies Cake Bake (with a summer picnic theme) will be held in Bexley Wing
Atrium on Thursday 10th July from 10.30 am
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Summer 2014
Great Yorkshire Stairclimb
The second Great Yorkshire Stair Climb took place at Bridgewater Place in November. Organisers
Gary Butterfield and Andy Dodman were again delighted with the participation and the financial
result in support of Yorkshire Cancer Centre.
Congratulations to all those who participated in climbing the 522
steps to the top of Leeds’ tallest building and Thank You for helping
to raise £1,644.57 for YCC.
Photographs by kind permission of Jo Moorby
Leanne Teague
Just weeks after completing her treatment in
Bexley Wing, Leanne Teague (bottom middle,
pictured with husband Rich) signed up for the
Great Yorkshire Stair Climb in support of YCC
& raised an incredible £1,182.42 from her
JustGiving website.
“So why am I braving the 522 steps of the
tallest building in Leeds?” Leanne asked on her
web page. “Well, last April I underwent surgery
to treat ovarian cancer at the YCC. During
my stay at the hospital and beyond, I received
amazing care and support from everyone I met
at St Jimmy’s, especially the angels working on
Ward 98!”
“Their support was immense and priceless at
a very difficult time for me and my family. I
want to support their work and this is why I did
this crazy challenge in November. This charity
is really important to me and I feel it’s my
turn to give back and raise money to help them
maintain the service and support they provide
to their patients.”
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Staff Support
HMDS Staff - ‘Crafty Things’
Staff from HMDS dedicated their
time and talent to produce and sell
some beautiful craftwork in support
of YCC.
Bespoke greeting cards, mug-warmers,
wreaths and unique bags were all carefully
hand-made by ‘the Craft Collective’ based
in Bexley Wing and raised over £350.
Ev bids farewell
after 18 years
Senior Sister on the Oncology Unit,
Ev Tatham has retired after a nursing
career of eighteen years.
“I was late to nursing,” Ev told us, “but I
always wanted to train and when I finally
got the chance at 40 - well I simply went
for it!”
Ev has never regretted a moment of her nursing career and she will be sorely missed by patients and colleagues
on the Oncology Day Unit. However, she is looking forward to her retirement and plans at least 6 camping trips
this year alone! We extend every good wish to Ev for a long & happy retirement.
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Summer 2014
Community Fundraising
Joanna & Graham: How many challenges?
Joanna Hood & Graham Rangel-Sharp didn’t take on just any old challenge - they decided to do the lot!
In February
2012, Joanna was
diagnosed with breast
cancer at 32 and
underwent surgery,
chemotherapy
and radiotherapy,
followed by hormonal
and targeted therapy
- all of which she
received at Leeds
Cancer Centre,
Bexley Wing.
Joanna, from Morley,
told us, “Early last
year I finished my
treatment at YCC
for breast cancer
and so raising
money for you has
helped me mentally
and physically – by
getting fitter! Having
something to focus
on and being able
to raise money for the charities that have directly helped me and others like me is helping me to come to terms
with what happened and helps me look to the future. So along with my lovely partner Graham, we decided to
enter a range of events through the year.”
“So far, we’ve managed to complete 9 events:
• Night Terror 10k at Harewood House - running around in the pitch black with a head torch!
• Major Series 5k Run at Bramham park - lots of mud water and obstacles.
• Endurer 8k Run in the Peak District - fell running with lots of mud, water and obstacles.
• Great North Swim - 1 mile in Lake Windermere - amazing event, we’ll be doing it again.
• York 10k
• Yorkshire Aquathlon at Pugney’s – 1k swim followed by a 5k run - the hardest event!
• Endurer 8k Run - Graham did this again!
• Pain Barrier 10k at Parkwood, Leeds - ending the year with mud, water, obstacles and more mud!”
“We are proud of our achievements and are hoping to raise more money this year. We are planning to do the
Coast to Coast cycle ride in summer with a team of my colleagues, so we are really looking forward to that. Also
I have now become a little addicted to muddy obstacle runs and completed my first of 2014 in March.”
Their fundraising continues and so far the couple have raised £907.02 for YCC. To support Joanna & Graham
please visit virginmoneygiving.com/team/goinglocoin2013.
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Fashion Show
A spectacular Fashion Show was organised at Bentley JCT600 in Leeds by two inspirational fundraisers.
Fiona Middleton-Walker & her friend Karen Sweeting wanted to raise funds for YCC in memory of Karen’s
son William. Photographs will follow in our Autumn edition.
The glamorous evening was a huge success raising £10,740 for the appeal. A further luncheon event was held
in December which boosted the fund even further. Altogether with donations received in Will’s memory and
a Paris half marathon undertaken by Will’s friends, Becky Sagar & Catriona Marshall, the fund now stands at
£13,879.39. Karen & Fiona have agreed to use their donations to help fund the creation of a specially-focused
teenage area in the Radiotherapy Department where teenagers await treatment. The area will be developed to
provide an intimate ‘chill-out’ room for relaxation and a separate small private treatment room. Staff anticipate
that younger patients will benefit from the distractions provided by way of Wi-Fi, TV, soft furnishings and artwork
- all of which will be carefully selected to enhance the environment and help to relax our younger patients.
Octogenarian Terry celebrates in style!
Regular YCC patron, Terence Wood, celebrated his 80th birthday in style with family and close friends in
April.
Terry, who is a regular donor to YCC asked
that any money intended for presents
should instead be donated to YCC appeal.
Terry said, “I had a very pleasant birthday
over 2 days, spoiled only by the absence of
my dear wife, Joyce, who died from ovarian
cancer in November 2009.” Donations in
lieu of gifts reached £300 for YCC Appeal.
Many happy returns Terry from everyone
at YCC! Terry is pictured with members of
his family at the Ring O’Bells at Thornton,
Bradford
Robert Ogden
Over 20 Complementary therapists
volunteer their time and skills at The
Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre, providing
free sessions to people affected by cancer.
Members of the Cancer Support Team: (L-R) Kay Blackburn, Phil Mitchell, Lisa
Copeland, Louise Wem, Josie Sharp & Julie Carrick
The Robert Ogden Centre is an environment
where patients and their families can drop in
for a drink, some time out, or for just a chat.
All services are available free to anyone
affected by cancer: patients, relatives and
carers. Appointments for therapies can be
arranged by contacting The Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre on 0113 206 6499 between 10:00am and 4:00pm
Monday to Friday or email [email protected]
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Summer 2014
Aire Valley Vikings - they came, they conquered - they
raised £20,624.18 for YCC!
Having completed their mammoth Liverpool/Leeds canoeing challenge last year, it only remained for the
Aire Valley Vikings Team to collect pledged sponsorship from their supporters.
They set out to raise £10k but were so encouraged by supporters that they quickly decided to raise the bar to
£20k. And they did it! Staff at YCC were delighted to welcome the team and present their individual certificates
in Bexley Wing in March.
Pictured at the
presentation
(L to R) are:
Mark Gray, Mike
Holdsworth, Carla
Yeomans (Team
Captain, van
driver, tea-maker),
Jamie Sampler &
Phil Arnett; The
team pictured
during their
Liverpool/Leeds
canal challenge
last September
(inset)
A Family Affair
The Fealy Family raised funds for the Ward where mum,
Paula, received her treatment.
Merci Becky
On two consecutive Saturdays in September, they climbed the
Yorkshire Three Peaks; first it was Dad, Stephen, with 12 year
old Seb and the following week Stephen
repeated the exercise with older son,
et Catriona!
George. They raised a resounding £1,269.95
for Ward J93.
Becky Sagar & Catriona
Marshall wanted to pay
tribute to their late friend
Will Sweeting and they
both signed up for the
Paris Half Marathon
which they successfully
completed on 2nd March.
To add to their success, they
also raised sponsorship of
£1,229.39 which will be
used in Will’s memory to
help fund the creation of a
specially-focused teenage
area in the Radiotherapy
Department where
teenagers await treatment.
Seated (L-R): Sister Julia Marshall, Seb, Staff Nurse
Rebecca McEneany; Standing: George & Stephen
Fealy
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Flying High!
Leeds Anglers Club
Student Charlotte Renshaw wanted to support
her grandfather Terry Lunn following his
treatment in 2012. She decided to take to the
skies in a daring sky-dive to raise funds for the
appeal.
For several years now Leeds Anglers Club members
have been raising funds for YCC Appeal.
Charlotte raised a fantastic £1,060 and is
pictured (L) during a visit to Bexley Wing with
her grandparents Rita & Terry Lunn and YCC
Finance Assistant, Simon Moriarty.
Elvis is still in the house!
Cheryl Simpson, who is PA to the Pathology
Management Team, and a club member, has instigated
the fundraising & she and several committee members
make cards and saleable items that are then sold to
club members.
The Club has raised £1,050 for YCC from their annual
event since 2011.
Cheryl is pictured with Tom Owen (R), Secretary and Bob Waters (L),
President (Social Side)
Deborah Burgess-Gough was delighted when the
Elvis tribute event she organised resulted in a
fantastic evening’s entertainment and an equally great financial result for the cancer appeal.
“People were really generous,” Deborah said, “and I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it, from ticket selling
to asking companies for raffle prizes. I can’t believe we raised £3,350 in one night! I’m so grateful to all my
friends for all their help organising things and to everyone who donated prizes. I am already thinking ahead to
next March, when I am planning another
one.”
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Summer 2014
‘Crackers’ or what?!
The Helen Lamb School Of Theatre
Dance in Rothwell held its bi-annual
show The Nutcracker ‘Sweet’ in support
of Yorkshire Cancer Centre. The children
performed dances from classical ballet
to modern day disco.
Dance teacher, Helen Lamb, approached
Jo Corrigan, mum to Abigail, and asked
her to nominate a cancer charity as
she was aware that Jo was undergoing
treatment. Jo told us, “It was a fantastic
weekend of hard work, dedication and
enjoyment. The productions raised
£907.02 (incl Gift Aid) from the sale of
programmes, raffle tickets and auctions.”
Jo is a Service Manager for Endoscopy within Leeds Teaching Hospitals and over the past two years she has
been diagnosed with metastatic melanoma. Having undergone initial surgery and more recently on her neck
and thyroid for recurrent disease, there followed a six week course of radiotherapy in Bexley Wing. Jo is full of
praise for her treatment and added, “I was delighted to nominate YCC for the donations because I’ve received
first class treatment and feel so grateful for all the
care shown throughout my illness.”
David Houseman & Family
A fabulous fundraising event hosted by patient
David Houseman and his family raised an
astonishing £6,102.00.
The event was held at David’s family home where
a sumptuous hog roast was provided for family and
friends.
Dancers: Abigail Corrigan, Maddison Evans, Grace
Allen, Maya Hubbert, Eliza Riding, Erin Naylor,
Georgia Driver, Kassi Skerrit, Chloe Bagley, Eve Nichol
& Principal Helen Hubbert.
Abigail and her friend Ella Brook also completed a
round of carol singing in December to raise additional
funds and teaching colleagues at Wakefield Girls
School also made donations to support the fundraising.
Well done to all the lovely dancers and choristers;
thank you Jo for nominating YCC - we wish you well.
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Support from ‘Down
Under’
“I want to raise money so that
the time will come when surviving
cancer won’t be a question of IF, but
a formality following appropriate
treatment.”
Joanna Taylor, Sydney
Joanna Taylor is British and lives
& works in Sydney, Australia. Last
October she signed up to participate
in a 200km cycle with an Australian
charity. Joanna explained, “Someone
very close to me is fighting this
disease and being treated at Jimmy’s
Hospital in Leeds.” Joanna’s
fundraising for YCC has reached
£654.58. “I’m sure I’m not the only
one know knows someone who has
been treated at Jimmy’s or in fact,
someone who has battled cancer.
Halifax Pirates raise
‘Booty’ for YCC!
Halifax Light Opera Society raised a
bountiful £777 from bucket collections at
its recent production of ‘The Pirates of
Penzance.’ The society staged the modern
Broadway version of the Gilbert and
Sullivan classic,
Halifax Light Opera Society chairman Steve Convey handing the
entertaining
cheque to YCC Fundraising Coordinator, Tif Carter; Members
of the cast in a publicity photograph for ‘Pirates’ (L-R): Peter
theatre-goers
McDonnell, Rachel Rogers, Laura Crowther, Sue Morris, Pippa
at the Victoria
Davis, Adele Hill, Steve Convey, Steven Greenwood, Richard
Theatre,
Armstrong and Ashley Davis. Halifax with
a boat load of
fun and farce.
The cheque
was presented
during the
first rehearsal
for their next
show ‘Billy’ to
be staged at
the Halifax
Playhouse in
June.
A ‘Beauty’ful event
“Someone very special to me was
diagnosed with bowel and liver cancer
in Sydney about 18 months ago. The
initial diagnosis wasn’t good but
she was lucky enough to catch the
attention of an incredible oncologist
in Sydney who treated her and
without doubt saved her life. She then
returned to the UK to receive further
treatment and is a patient at Jimmy’s.
Regrettably, having been clear from
cancer for approximately 8 months, it
came back again in January and your
amazing, miracle working doctors are
working hard at getting her better
again. She is an incredible person and
my inspiration.”
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Leanne Glentworth organised a
beauty event and added a tombola,
cake stall, hot drinks, face painting
nail polishes to help raise £246.42
for YCC Appeal.
Leanne’s Mum is currently receiving
treatment at the cancer centre and she
is pictured here meeting her newest
great-nephew for the first time.
Summer 2014
Our marathon Heroes!
Tom Engel (left)
took to the streets
of London on 13th
April and ran in
support of YCC.
“The charity is
close to my heart,”
Tom told us, “as
they provided
support that
helped my granddad through his battle with pancreatic
cancer. During his last few weeks he was cared for day
and night by staff at St James’s Hospital along with
the care they gave to us in respecting our wishes.” Tom
raised sponsorship of £907.88 for the appeal fund.
Hjordis & Andrew Donoghue (below) completed the
Yorkshire Marathon. ‘We decided to run the marathon
for
Yorkshire
Cancer
Centre,”
Hjordis told
us, “because
the cause
is close to
our hearts.
We both
know some
incredible
young
people close
to us who
have been
affected by
cancer and
they inspired
this run. The
Yorkshire Cancer Centre does wonderful work to support
people living with cancer.” The couple raised £1,076.20
and were especially supporting their friend Grace
Bellerby who is a patient at the Cancer Centre (and has
just completed the YCC Trek Nepal challenge - see page
12 & 13)
Monika Angel & Lloyd Rakusen (above right) secured
places in the London Marathon and finished the race
in admirable time. Lloyd is a veteran marathon runner
and reached the finish line of this gruelling challenge in
4 hours 26 minutes. This was an amazing achievement
as Lloyd had just completed his radiotherapy treatment
for prostate cancer a few weeks beforehand. Monica,
who has never entered a race before, finished in a
very impressive 5 hours 30 minutes. She told us, “The
Marathon was fantastic! The atmosphere was brilliant
and we loved the supporters cheering everyone along
the way.” Lloyd added, “We’re so grateful for all the
support we’ve had for both the wonderful Leeds Cancer
Centre and the Leeds Jewish Welfare Foundation.
Thanks especially to our friends who helped with our
bag-packing at Tesco prior to the race. We’re delighted to
have raised £923.12 for this excellent cancer centre.”
Paula Whittles (below) has now completed several runs
for YCC; they include the Leeds 10k, the Leeds Half
Marathon and more recently, the Huddersfield Marathon
(this she completed in 4 hours 42 minutes - 10th lady
over the line!)
Paula told us,
“Even though
it was a very
tough route, it
was a great day
and the support
was fantastic!
And the weather
managed to stay
nice for us.”
Paula raised
over £400 from
her latest run
and overall
£1,142 for YCC.
Interested in running for Yorkshire Cancer Centre? We have guaranteed places in the Leeds
10K on Sunday 20th July 2014. Turn to page 10 for more info!
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The Muddier the better!
Bowing to
peer pressure,
Martin
Hutton (left)
decided to
join work
colleagues
and enter the
‘Survival of
the Fittest’
10k assault
course in
Manchester.
Martin told us, “Friends said ‘It’ll be fun, it’ll be a great
experience!’ No one mentioned it involved swimming
through the canal in Manchester - in November!” Martin
continued, “Mum died in 2010 at the age of 57, after a
year-long battle with cancer. Thinking about her struggle
and witnessing the challenges she faced, suddenly a run
around Manchester seemed like a piece of cake. I really
wanted to raise a few quid for Yorkshire Cancer Centre
at St James’s in Leeds where my mum was looked after.”
Martin completed the event in just under an hour and a
half. “We all helped each other over the obstacles and
crossed the line together, despite the thunder, lightning
and some very painful hailstones!” Martin raised
£172.50 for the appeal. Before the race, Martin added
this to his fundraising page, “I’ll give it my best. I’ll try
my hardest.
It’s not the
size of the
man in the
fight, it’s the
size of the
fight in the
man. Mum,
this one’s for
you.”
Nathan Smith
(right)was
keen to run
the 12 muddy
miles of Tough
Mudder, complete with 25 obstacles to support “a great
cause close to my heart.” Nathan told us, “Me and the
rest of my team completed the Mudder together and had
a fantastic time.” Nathan raised £586.63 for the appeal.
Sally Tidswell (left) continues to support YCC in true
Tidswell spirit and has recently completed the Tough
Mudder Challenge, raising £218.86 in sponsorship.
Science teacher Sally, who is already a keen rugby
player, also plays Kabaddi for England. Sally told us, “I
really enjoyed the Tough Mudder - Ice baths, electric
shocks and all! I will hopefully do one next year too!”
Interested in getting muddy for Yorkshire Cancer Centre? Check out the challenging Spartan
Race in Ripon on 28th September 2014. Turn to page 8 for more info!
Andy scales the heights
Web & Communications
Coordinator Andy Roberts enjoys
nothing better than ‘a little stroll’
on the Yorkshire Three Peaks
from time to time, especially in
driving rain - followed by a welldeserved little tipple!
Andy will take on the Leeds 10k on
20th July and the Spartan Race in
Ripon on 28th September for YCC.
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Summer 2014
Now you see it - now you don’t: Hair-Raising Events!
Ian Westlake and friends organised a head-shave event at
The Myrtle Tavern in Meanwood in support of their friend,
Matthew ‘Doogs’ Donley. Ian told us, “When you are 31
years old and your friend of 20 years tells you that for the
second time in the past three years he is going to have to
deal with a brain tumour it comes as a massive shock. But
for me the primary focus isn’t about raising money, it is about
showing Matthew (Doogs) that his friends are supporting him,
that they care about him and the solidarity of our friendship
will help him fight this.” Matthew’s sister Kirsty rallied
friends at HSBC Canary Wharf, London and raised £184.59
towards the team’s hair-raising event. Altogether, the friends
raised £2,502.09 for YCC Appeal fund.
Before and after: (L to R) Mick Westlake, Dave Britton, Matthew
Donley (Doogs), Ian Westlake and Andy Eveleigh
Jayne Bold (below) is a senior support worker at Airedale
Hospital, and has said she was inspired to brave the razor
after her best friend was told she had a brain tumour. Jayne
said, “I’d like
to raise as
much money
as possible as
it is for such
a good cause.
Hopefully the
money will go
towards research that will help to find a cure for cancer which
will help so many people in the future.” Friend Iona Daniels,
34, who until recently worked as a community nurse, said, “I
have known Jayne for most of my life, as an only child she is the
sister I never had. Being diagnosed with Anaplastic Astrocytoma
Brain Tumour has devastated my life and that of my husband and
family. But Jayne, as ever, has come up with something practical
to help others.” Jayne’s JustGiving sponsorship page reached
an amazing £4,187.27. Jayne sent us a lovely picture of the
two friends taken recently (left) and she told us, “Iona is doing
amazingly well. At the moment
the tumour has gone - all
considering that this time last
year we only thought she’d have
about 12 weeks. But with great
perseverance, determination
and the wonderful care from
everyone in the various
departments we hope to keep
Iona with us till she’s old and grey. We can’t thank you all enough.”
Alice Starr (right) wanted to support her sister-in-law who lost her hair during
chemotherapy treatment, so she decided to show solidarity by shaving her own
head. Alice and her husband John organised the event at Gipton WMC and
were delighted with the response from family, friends and patrons of the club.
£560.56 was raised for the cancer centre.
Alice, Husband John and Guide Dog Hettie
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Hitting the heights for YCC
Lynn Lindley is our cover girl this issue and she braved the blue skies on Easter Monday in support of
YCC.
“I was really petrified at first,” Lynn told us, “but then when we’d left the aircraft and I could see the incredible
view - all I could feel was the sheer exhilaration of the flight and my nerves just left me.” Lynn, who is a
Medical Staffing Officer at St James’s, completed the skydive in memory of her mother, Dorothy Atkinson, who
was a former patient. Lynn recognises that much of people’s focus when donating to cancer charities is on the
research aspect and she feels that there are many other sides to the experience of someone affected by cancer
which require extra funding, especially in palliative care.
Lynn’s sponsorship has reached £469.33 and she enjoyed the experience so much she’s doing it again in June!
Coast to Coast in just 10 days
Michelle Stone completed the 192-mile walk from St Bees
to Robin Hoods Bay in memory of her Dad, who passed away
in January 2012.
Michelle told us, “The walk itself was a very challenging thing
for me, both physically and mentally. We did it in 10 days (2
fewer than the usual 12 days taken). The weather wasn’t always
with us but never seemed to dampen the spirits too much. It was
very enjoyable and I now hold some very dear memories of an
experience I have wanted to do for many years.” Michelle raised
£585 which was shared between YCC Appeal & Yorkshire Air
Ambulance.
Resounding sounds
from Preston Players
Preston Players raised £153.00 for YCC
when, during the lead-up to Christmas,
they performed their festive repertoire
at Strikes Garden Centre, Garforth.
This community music group comprises
seventeen dedicated members with ages
ranging from twelve to seventy! Musical
Director, Jill Hurst, is a patient and she is
pictured 2nd from the right in the photo.
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Summer 2014
‘For Your Eyes Only’ Valentine’s Ball
Saura Shey organised a glitzy Ball at The Craiglands Hotel in Ilkley in February to support Yorkshire
Cancer Centre & St Gemma’s Hospice.
Saura told us, “I organised the ball for two reasons; firstly to raise money for St Gemma’s Hospice as my
grandfather Pat Roche had fantastic and first class care towards the end of his life there. Secondly, one of
my dearest friends, Kate Morfill, is currently being treated for bowel and liver cancer at St James’s hospital.
The care and medical treatment continues to offer Kate and her family great support and top rate medical
treatment. With this in mind I wanted to give something back to the hospital.”
Pictured (L to R): Victoria Harvey, Elizabeth Ellis, Hannah Tomlinson, Alexia Wilson, Saura Shey, Careen Murray and Kate Morfill
Saura continued, “It was a great evening and everyone was dancing until the early hours. Guests were willing
to part with their cash on some amazing auction and raffle prizes, generously donated by many local businesses,
including John Roche who was the winning bidder for a signed Leeds United Football. Special mention must
go to the Wharfebank Brewery in Pool in Wharfedale who donated a year’s free beer! Tickets to see Robbie
Williams were also provided by family members Pat and Colleen Roche. We had live music by The Rebel
Sounds, casino tables and a magician to entertain guests! We’re all so happy with the success on the night and
of course the fantastic £7,000 that we raised which has been shared between our two chosen charities.”
Having a Ball!
Former patient Tony Walton has
continued to support YCC following
his treatment at Leeds cancer
centre.
His second Ball, held in March at Mid
Yorkshire Golf Club, raised £1,925.
This brings his total fundraising
to £9,892.51 since 2012. Tony
commented, “We really appreciate the
generosity of all who attended the Ball
and we’re absolutely delighted with
this result for YCC.” Tony is pictured
with his wife Corinnne.
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Paula & Terry’s Special Day
Pictured on their Big Day are Mr & Mrs Paula &
Terry Ellis.
The happy couple decided that they’d prefer to
donate to their two favourite charities, Martin
House Hospice & Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal,
instead of receiving gifts. £403.62 was donated
to YCC Appeal. Paula explained, “Myself and my
step-daughter were both diagnosed with cancer last
year and received treatment at St James’s Hospital
and we’re both so grateful.” We wish Paula & Terry
every happiness for their future together.
Our Knitting Queens
Two lovely ladies from Outwood, Wakefield, visit Bexley
Wing twice every year and bring along their splendid
array of knitted goods. All their wonderful work is then
sold in YCC Charity Shop on Level 0 (The Atrium).
Veronica Lickley & Diane say they thoroughly enjoy knitting
the colourful scarves and soft baby wear which make ideal
gifts especially around Christmas time and they’re very
happy that their donated goods (and of course their precious
time) is put to such good use to benefit the cancer appeal.
Veronica and Diane have been friends for years and frequently get together to arrange their knitting schedules
for the cancer appeal.
Bare-faced for YCC!
Andrea Stanley wrote to us in April to tell us about the family fundraiser that rasied £700 for YCC.
“My son Robert grew his beard for a whole year to raise money for Leeds Cancer Centre, as like most people
we were affected by cancer. My husband Paul was diagnosed with bowel cancer 5 years ago; he made a
recovery but was then unfortunately diagnosed with a brain tumour in April last year - and then in September
sadly, he passed away.” Andrea continued, “The night Robert had his beard shaved off, we decided to make it
into a little event and had a raffle also - the winner then got to shave off a section of beard! We’re so grateful
for all the care that Paul received and we wanted to give a little back.”
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Summer 2014
‘VOICES IN HARMONY’ in memory of David
The ‘Voices in Harmony’ concert was held at Brighouse
Methodist Church in memory of David Gee.
David’s friends came from far and wide with their
considerable vocal and instrumental talent to enthrall a
packed house. The music on offer was wide and varied
including pieces by Strauss, Schonberg, Handel, Faure,
Bizet, Dvorak and Gilbert & Sullivan. David’s family &
friends provided ‘a magnificent spread’ during the interval.
Event organiser and friend, Anthony Roland, told us, “On the
evening, a truly magnificent atmosphere was generated, one
that David would have been proud to be part of. He himself
had a prodigious tenor voice which benefitted several light
opera and choral societies across Yorkshire and Lancashire.”
Individual sponsorship for the event reached £2,983.92 and a
further donation from the Gee family of £2,500 resulted in a magnificent total of £5,493.92 in David’s memory
and in support of the cancer centre where he received his treatment.
undertaking National Three Peaks for YCC in 24 hours!
33 students will set off from the University in Leeds in the small hours on 10th June and start their
ascent of Ben Nevis at 10:00am. They will progress to Scarfell Pike and aim to finish the Snowden
descent by 10.00am on 11th June. In other words - they will climb through the night - quite a challenge!
And all in support of their chosen charity Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal.
This cheerful, enthusiastic group of RAG undergraduates (from 1st to 3rd years) have already raised £8,600 for
YCC, but their target is another huge challenge - £12k!
Despite the pressure of exams, the
team has been steadily training
since last year - several students
will finish their final exams the day
before their mammoth expedition. A
support team of 20 will take turns
driving and keeping the climbers well
fed and watered throughout the 24
hours.
We wish the RAG team every success
in their exams, their trekking and
their fundraising challenges!
To support the team visit:
justgiving.com/teams/3peaks1314
Pictured on a flying visit to Bexley Wing between
exams are some members of the RAG team
(clockwise): Chris Adams, Hannah Nelstrop, Rob
Dawson, Mirren Malcolm-Neale, Amy Robinson,
Web & Communications Co-Ordinator Andy
Roberts, Emma Tabitha-Brown, Fiona Reid,
Philippa Hill, Steve Clarkson
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Corporate Support
Clugston Construction Ltd - Charity of the Year 2013
When Project Manager Richard
Bowmer was diagnosed and referred
to the cancer centre, Clugston
Construction nominated YCC as their
Charity of the Year 2013.
Richard underwent surgery and
radiotherapy for nasal cancer and has
made remarkable progress. He and
his wife Sarah, who also works for the
firm, delivered the impressive cheque to
Bexley Wing in February. Richard told
us, “Staff from Swillington, Hebburn and
Scunthorpe offices all organised various
fundraising activities. Everyone seemed
keen to get involved and between the
sponsored cycling, fun runs, swimming,
Yorkshire Three Peaks, cake bakes,
Easter eggs and various raffles, £3,000
was raised for the Cancer Centre.”
Richard and Sarah (R) receiving the certificate from Appeal Director Sheila O’Shea (L)
Congratulations to everyone involved at
Clugston & Thank you!
Ford & Warren Solicitors - In memory of Paul
Paul Wilkinson was honoured by his employer, Ford & Warren Solicitors
following his death last year. The firm decided to invite Paul’s two young
children, Elijah, 5 and Max, 8, to design the company Christmas card and
raise funds for Yorkshire Cancer Centre.
Paul’s wife, Charlie, spoke
movingly about her late husband,
“Paul was an amazing and
incredible person who we all
loved and cherished greatly.
Throughout his last 8 and a half
months at the Bexley Wing, all
the staff gave Paul incredible
24/7 support and care, giving him
comfort during his treatments
and at each appointment. Our
sons were delighted to be asked
to design the Christmas cards and they jumped at the chance.” Charlie set up a JustGiving page in Paul’s
memory and raised £2,430.92. The Ford & Warren card sales reached £4,839.35 - a total of £7,359.17 for
YCC Appeal.
The charming cards designed by the two boys are pictured.
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Dates for your diary
Yorkshire Cancer centre calendar of events 2014-15
Team YCC treks Yorkshire Three Peaks - Saturday 7th June Join our Yorkshire Cancer Centre team on
Saturday 7th June for a challenging day in the Yorkshire Dales as you ascend Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and then
Ingleborough. (This event is led by a professional team of experienced trekkers). See page 10 for more info.
Volunteer Recruitment Fair - Wednesday 25th June Are you interested in joining our Volunteer
Fundraising Team? If so, please pop into The Atrium (Level 0) Bexley Wing for a chat and introduction to
volunteering between 12:00 & 4:00pm.
Leeds 10k for YCC - Sunday 20th July YCC has 100 guaranteed places for the ‘Run For All’ event on 20th
July. A fantastic morning in Leeds City Centre - be a part of it & run in purple for YCC! See page 10 for more
info.
Yorkshire Cancer Centre September Ball - Saturday 27th September The Majestic Hotel Harrogate.
Our 18th consecutive year - a fabulous event. Let your hair down, dress up to the nines - we promise you’ll have a
Ball! Please contact us for tables of 6, 8, 10 or 12.
Spartan Race - Sunday 28th September, Ripon, North Yorkshire The sporting event of the year! YCC is a
designated charity and has guaranteed places for this mammoth challenge. We need volunteers too! See page 8
for more info.
Yorkshire Cancer Centre Christmas Concert: Thursday 18th December The Atrium, Bexley Wing,
7.00pm. Mince pies, mulled wine, raffle & Santa Claus! £7.50 per ticket (under-12s £2.50). Inpatients free of
charge but must be accompanied by family member. Special guests - the sensational Inspiration Choir. Come join
our fabulous choirs and other musicians singing carols around the tree for this special Christmas celebration.
Treks
Team YCC Trek India: 1 - 9 May 2015 Our bespoke challenge in the Indian Himalayas will include a
‘hands on’ project at a cancer centre in Delhi at the end of the trek. See page 9 for more info.
Team YCC Trek Kilimanjaro: 10 - 20 October 2015 A demanding trek that will take you to Uhuru Peak,
the highest point in Africa and the world’s highest solitary peak (5,895m/19,340ft). Can you achieve something
extraordinary? See page 9 for more info.
International Open Challenges in support of YCC The world is your oyster! Join like-minded trekkers and
fundraisers from other charities throughout the UK. Where would you like to go? Let us help you! The Canadian
Rockies, The Husky Trail, Sahara Desert, Vietnam to Cambodia Cycle etc etc. See page 9 for more info.
For information about any of these Yorkshire Cancer Centre events, please telephone
0113 206 8444 or 0113 206 8620 or visit our website www.yorkshirecancercentre.org.uk
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Welcome to a brand new way of getting massive savings on leisure and entertainment services in your
local area. What’s more with every purchase you will be raising money for Yorkshire Cancer Centre.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Original Giving’s partners offer discount deals across various categories in the leisure and entertainment
industry, all you have to do is register to receive them. When you purchase a deal up to 70% of the fee you pay
goes to the partner. The remaining amount of the fee is split equally, half goes to Original Giving and the other
half to Yorkshire Cancer Centre.
HOW DO I REGISTER?
Visit www.originalgiving.com and click register, you will then be asked to pick an icon that relates to the
charity you wish to support, please click Hospitals and select Yorkshire Cancer Centre. It costs nothing to
register, you get lots of discount offers to choose from and with every purchase you are helping our charity. You
can just as quickly deregister as register so you might as well give it a try and see which offers are waiting for
you. Original Giving’s contact details and terms and conditions can be found on their website if you have any
questions.
GIFT AID DECLARATION
Leeds Teaching Hospitals Charitable Foundation (Registered Charity no 1075308)
If you are a taxpayer, you can increase the value of your donation to the charity at no extra cost by completing this form.
Currently, for every £1 you give, the charity can claim 25p from the Inland Revenue.
Title
Forename
Surname
Address
Postcode
:
I donate £
for the general charitable purposes of Leeds Teaching Hospitals Charitable Foundation, and
desire that the donation be used for the purposes of Yorkshire Cancer Centre. I understand that other taxes to Income and
Capital Gains Tax such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. I wish the Charity to treat all donations I make from the
date of this declaration as Gift Aid donations, until I notify you otherwise.
Signature
Date
N.B. Please remember to notify us if you no longer pay an amount of income tax/capital gains tax equal to the tax that we reclaim on your donation. Once completed, please
return to Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal, Fundraising Dept, Level 7, St James’s Institute of Oncology, Beckett Street, Leeds LS9 7TF. DATA PROTECTION: Yorkshire Cancer
Centre will not pass your contact details to other organisations. If you do not wish to be added to our mailing list to receive news and updates, please tick the box:
Registered Charity No 1075308
/YCCAppeal
/YCC_Appeal
Fundraising Department, Level 7, Bexley Wing,
St. James’s Institute of Oncology,
Beckett Street, Leeds LS9 7TF
T: 0113 206 8444 or 0113 206 8620
E: [email protected]

Summer 2014 - Yorkshire Cancer Centre Appeal

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