In 2020, as I faced my heart procedure amidst the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was filled with anxiety and apprehension. With no family allowed to accompany me due to restrictions, I felt particularly alone. However, during my time on the cardiac ward, I met a wonderful cardiac nurse named Ruth, whose kindness made…
On Thursday 25th April Mr David Fraser – a long term volunteer and trustee at The Sussex Heart Charity, officially accepted The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) crystal and certificate on behalf of all volunteers; from His Majesty’s representative – Mr Andrew Blackman, Lord-Lieutenant of East Sussex. This is the highest award a local…
In December, Carolyn was invited along to the Seaford Striders Annual Mince Pie run, where over 100 runners joined in the festive spirit and ran in Christmas fancy dress. The Mince pie run course consisted of a rainy, windy 10 miles, runners finished wet and muddy but really enjoyed the event and volunteers were there…
King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS). This is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE. The Sussex Heart Charity is one of 262 local charities, social enterprises and voluntary groups to receive the prestigious award this year. Our work, along with others from across…
Unfortunately, the Lewes Bonfire celebrations, which were set to benefit the Sussex Heart Charity, have been cancelled due to the current and ongoing weather situation. The Cliffe Bonfire Society, have made the difficult decision to restrict access to the public on the 4th of November 2023, making Firesite a members-only event. The rest of the…
The Sussex Heart Charity was delighted to be invited to a social evening on Saturday, June 24th in Cross Bush, Arundel. The event, splatnchat is a unique social painting evening with a meaningful purpose and was organised by Chloe and her mother, Linda. All the funds raised during the event were generously donated to the…
Sussex Heart Charity is delighted to unveil its latest initiative aimed at enhancing patient care and support for individuals with heart conditions.
The Sussex Heart Charity made a significant contribution to the improvement of cardiac care in Sussex by trailblazing the first Sussex-based Advanced Clinical Practitioners at a cost of £500,000.
We are always looking to build relationships with businesses in Sussex, we are firm believers in a collective effort to raise awareness of our work for heart patients. While there are countless businesses we could work with, we think it is important to choose those who not only benefit us as a charity but can…
Cardiac Rehabilitation Instructor Penny has recently ascended the three peaks in the aid of heart patients in Sussex. Penny started with Ben Nevis on Sunday 20th September, Scafell Pike on 22nd and then Snowdon on 24th. Penny said: “We have all had different challenges this year with the covid and there have been some positives…