Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=178 Due to popular demand UHCW Charity have planned their 5th annual Christmas Craft & Gifts fair early.... Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=176 Three life long friends are throwing themselves from a plane at 10,000 ft to celebrate the first one turning thirty years of age. Dare devils Kelly Grimes aged 29,... Mon, 20 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=177 A forty seven year old man from Bedworth became the centre of attention, with people frequently pointing and giggling,... Mon, 13 May 2013 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=175 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=174 The annual Spring Craft and Gifts Fair at Coventry’s University Hospital is being held on Monday 15th April 2013, in the Clinical Sciences Building.... Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=173 A number of charity collections have been organised in local supermarkets and shopping centres to raise money for every ward and department at University Hospital Coventry & the Hospital of St... Thu, 04 Apr 2013 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=172 A local charity that enhances patient care and facilities at both hospitals with in University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is appealing for donations of books. UHCW Charity holds a... Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:40:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=171 Thanks to kind hearted businesses from Coventry and Rugby, the Easter bunny will visit local children in University Hospital this year. More than 400 chocolate eggs were donated by staff at Coventry... Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=170 Andy Hardy, Chief Executive of UHCW NHS Trust is taking part in the London Marathon on 21st April to help to make hospital less frightening for local children.... Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=169 Robert Reeves and Sarah Smith, from the Open Arms in Cheylsemore, Coventry, have surprised children in University Hospital by delivering of £400 of new toys and games for the play room.... Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=168 University Hospital has blossomed into a vast art gallery as part it’s ongoing Healing Arts Programme. Funded entirely by UHCW Charity the programme has enhanced the hospital with colourful art... Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=167 Adventurous people are being sought to take on an overseas challenge for their local hospital. Challengers will have the opportunity to trek,... Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=166  Doctors and nurses at University Hospital are calling on local people to sign up for the Coventry Fun Run and help raise money that will be used to help them provide the best possible care for... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=165 Young hospital patients have been thinking BIG as part of this year’s national Campaign for Drawing. The Big Draw is the world’s biggest celebration of drawing,... Sat, 08 Dec 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=164 Coventry City players are asking fans to buy one extra gift when they go Christmas shopping this year. The Sky Blues are hoping to make things a little better for the 52 local children,... Mon, 03 Dec 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=163 The annual Christmas Crafts and Gifts Fair at Coventry’s University Hospital is being held on Monday 3rd December, in the Clinical Sciences Building. There will be more than 30 stalls offering... Wed, 28 Nov 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=162 Staff and students of the catering department Warwickshire and Hinckley College have donated hundreds of pounds to support cancer care that is particular close to their hearts. In May, Pat Clarke,... Mon, 26 Nov 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=161 More than 1000 patients with life threatening blood disorders can be helped by fun runners raising money for Ward 34 at University Hospital, in this year’s Jingle Jog on Sunday 9th December.... Thu, 22 Nov 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=160 An internationally acclaimed research programme, run by doctors at University Hospital,... Thu, 22 Nov 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=159 Just a day before his youngest son’s first birthday, on Sunday 9th December, Reza Ali will be running around Ryton Pools Country Park dressed as Father Christmas. This unusual activity is being... Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=157 Loving son Stuart Shield, 25, has a special reason to take part in University Hospital’s Jingle Jog on Sunday 9th December as he will be running in celebration of his mum Angela.... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=158 Nurses who care for older patients at Coventry’s University Hospital and the Hospital of St Cross, Rugby are taking part in this year’s Jingle Jog on Sunday 9th December.... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=156 A Rugby man who’s heart had to be stopped and restarted twice is hoping local people will sign up to a Jingle Jog in support of the services that have given him a new lease of life. In March,... Fri, 16 Nov 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=155 Caring staff and customers of the Bell Green Branch of Coventry Building Society have raised more than £1,300 for UHCW Charity in support off the Children’s Ward at University Hospital,... Wed, 14 Nov 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=154 One hundred Santa’s are being recruited to take part in a Jingle Jog, at Ryton Pools Country Park on the morning of Sunday 9th December,... Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=153 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Tue, 30 Oct 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=152 11 year old Aum Sharda from Coventry ran four miles for charity raising £100.00 for the Children’s Ward at University Hospital, Coventry. Aum, who attends King Henry VIII Senior School,... Mon, 22 Oct 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=151 Friends, Matthew Colledge 37 and Tony Rowley 46 from the West Midlands are pounding the streets of Birmingham this weekend raising money for University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal. Supported... Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=150 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=149 A local charity is calling on people to mark Breast Cancer Awareness month by fundraising for Coventry and Warwickshire's breast cancer services to help local people affected by this devastating... Tue, 02 Oct 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=148 Coventry Artist Peter McCarthy has given one of his largest works Pantomime at the Belgrade for exhibition on a long-term loan at the city’s University Hospital in support of its Healing Arts... Mon, 01 Oct 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=147 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Tue, 28 Aug 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=146 Caring Tigers’ fans can support the University Hospital, Coventry when they watch he Leicester Tigers play the Harlequins on Saturday 22nd September,... Fri, 24 Aug 2012 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=145 An appeal has been launched to find local businesses to take a collection box and help enhance care for local people in University Hospital, Coventry/ Hospital of St Cross, Rugby.   Collection... Wed, 22 Aug 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=144 A black-tie ball held in aid of the UHCW Charity has raised £640 towards lifesaving equipment for baby care units in the region as part of the University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal.... Mon, 20 Aug 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=143 It’s not to early to be thinking of Christmas, especially if you would like a stall at University Hospital’s annual Christmas Crafts and Gifts Fair on Monday 3rd December 2012.... Mon, 20 Aug 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=142 With just two weeks before the Baby Care Appeal at University Hospital closes,... Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=141 Local people are being asked to take part in the Coventry Half Marathon On Sunday 14th October, for their local Hospitals.... Mon, 06 Aug 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=140 Nine noisy students from Henley College kept quiet for a whole day to help care for sick and premature babies and support their mums and dads. The group of teenagers, aged 16-19 year,... Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=139 Patients of University Hospital,... Thu, 26 Jul 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=138 Young people at Rainsbrook Secure Training Centre, a G4S managed provision in Willoughby, have designed and made mosaic art work pieces for University Hospital,... Tue, 24 Jul 2012 18:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=137 From shaking collection cans, selling books, climbing to the tops of mountains and jumping out of planes – now is the time for supporters of University Hospital, Coventry and the Hospital of St... Mon, 23 Jul 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=136 Adventurous people are being sought to take on an overseas challenge for their local hospital. Challengers will have the opportunity to trek,... Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=135   Seventeen grown men and women get wet, muddy and cold climbing walls, running through water and crawling through nets whilst raising more than £2,... Mon, 09 Jul 2012 07:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=134 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Mon, 02 Jul 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=133 Adventurous people are being sought to take on an overseas challenge for their local hospital. Challengers will have the opportunity to trek,... Thu, 28 Jun 2012 08:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=132  Four lucky members of staff from the baby care unit of UHCW NHS Trust will receive a pair of tickets for a Summer Ball, thanks to the event organiser Henry Ison.... Wed, 27 Jun 2012 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=130 Piles of pancakes have been flipped and more than 100 cups of coffee drunk by staff and clients of CSWP Ltd (Careers Guidance Company) since January to raise £240 for University... Wed, 30 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=129 One of the first patients to have open heart surgery, Roy Adams, has presented £1,100 on behalf of the Zipper Bowling Association to the Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit at the Hospital of St Cross,... Wed, 30 May 2012 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=128 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Mon, 21 May 2012 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=127  Double Olympian and marathon runner, Dave Long, has pledged his support for University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal and will be running this Sunday’s London Marathon for them.  ... Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=126 A special 40th birthday party was held last month when Lisa Kent, from Nuneaton, invited friends and family to celebrate her life by fundraising for the team of doctors who helped her survive a brain... Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=125 The Easter bunny didn’t forget the children who were in hospital on Easter Sunday, thanks to a donation of more than 400 chocolate eggs from local businesses.... Thu, 12 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=124 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=123 The Easter bunny hasn’t forgotten the children who will be in hospital this weekend, thanks to a donation of more than 250 chocolate eggs from Brook Street recruitment agency in Coventry.... Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=122 Renal dialysis patients from across the region have been treated to a series of creative storytelling workshops whilst they receive dialysis at University Hospital in Coventry.... Tue, 27 Mar 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=121 Asda Walsgrave brought happiness to the mum’s on the Neonatal Unit at University Hospital Coventry on Sunday,... Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=120 The annual Spring Crafts and Gifts Fair at Coventry’s University Hospital is being held on Monday 12th March, in the Clinical Sciences Building. Gifts for Mother’s Day,... Thu, 08 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=119 A fantastic opportunity has arisen for local crafters to help raise money for the Baby Care Appeal, funding life saving treatments and new facilities for the care of sick and premature babies.... Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=118 Mercia has today announced the return of the Walk of Warwickshire taking place on Sunday 17th June. Proceeds from the twelve mile charity walk from Warwick Racecourse to University Square,... Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=131  Members of the Leuva Patidar Samaj (LPS) visited the neonatal unit at University Hospital last week to present more than £2,500 to the Cheryl Winter acting manager of the Neonatal Unit.... Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=117 Chanel Nickols, 23, from Binley Woods, has amazed all her friends and family by dropping two dress sizes in just three months,... Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=116 When Denise Groat's husband Stuart passed away after a battle with Cancer,... Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=115 When you go down to Ryton Pools Country Park this Sunday (4th December) you had better be all aware, as one hundred Santa’s will be taking part in a Jingle Jog.... Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=114 The annual Christmas Crafts and Gifts Fair at Coventry’s University Hospital is being held on Friday 2nd December, in the Clinical Sciences Building. There will be more than 30 stalls offering... Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=113 Ryton Pools Country Park, is hosting a 5km festive fun run at 11am on Sunday 4th December for the Baby Care Appeal at Coventry’s University Hospital.... Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=112 One hundred Santa’s are being recruited to take part in a Jingle Jog at Ryton Pools Country Park, on the morning of Sunday 4th December, to fund equipment and facilities to care for Rugby’... Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=111 There are just a few days left to purchase tickets for the Leicester Tigers home match against London Irish on 5th November 2011 under a unique scheme to raise money for the care of local hospital... Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=110 Local schoolteacher Neil Wilkes is attempting to smash the record for the world’s longest hospital radio show at University Hospital Coventry.... Tue, 18 Oct 2011 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=106 I would like to ask your readers to volunteer 2 or 3 hours over the next few weeks to collect for University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal. I know the real difference this will make as in 2009 I... Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=107 Grateful dad Ben Youngjohns, aged 37, is competing in an extreme fundraising event this Sunday, to thank the team of doctors and nurses who cared for his son Zac. Ben, from Coundon,... Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=108 University Hospital is holding its annual Christmas Crafts Fair on Friday 2nd December 2011 and is seeking stall holders who can offer beautiful high quality affordable gifts.... Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=109 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance to do it for free.... Fri, 30 Sep 2011 21:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=105 From the 3rd October Aardman characters Wallace and Gromit will join Dunelm Mill staff for tea and cake on a national road-show to celebrate Wallace & Gromit Children’s Foundation as the... Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=104 A unique scheme will see Rugby fans raising money for the care of hospital patients, with out them putting their hands in their pockets.... Mon, 26 Sep 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=103 The Lord Mayor’s One City, One Year, One Pound Appeal could benefit more than 1,000 local people a year,... Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=102 I would like to ask your readers to volunteer 2 or 3 hours over the next few weeks to collect for University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal. I know the real difference this will make as in 2009 I... Wed, 07 Sep 2011 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=101 A new partnership has been formed between Premier Rugby Club Leicester Tigers and the Charity for University Hopsital and the Hospital of St Cross - to raise funds for patient care.... Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=98 Thrill seekers are being called upon to sign up for a parachute jump, for free, for University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal. Whether as an individual or with a group of friends,... Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=97 32 year old, Kelly Kilpin is one of 28,000 people to make it through to the selection stage to be an Olympic Torchbearer for 2012.... Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=100 A charitable collection is being held this Saturday (20th August) in Coventry City Centre for Coventry University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal which is funding life saving equipment and new... Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=99 Nurses from the University Hospital’s Neonatal Ward and British Military Fitness are calling upon people of all ages to take part in a Fun Charity Endurance Challenge at the War Memorial Park... Wed, 17 Aug 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=95 Patients and staff at University Hospital are enjoying the summer weather thanks to a grant from UHCW Charity to fund out door seating.... Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=96 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance to do it for free.... Fri, 29 Jul 2011 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=94  Eye Doctor, Fiona Dean is trekking to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro for the Baby Care Appeal at University Hospital, Coventry. Fiona, from Southam,... Mon, 18 Jul 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=93 An extreme golfing challenge takes place this Wednesday 6th July when three friends, Lee Sykes, Campbell Askwith and Simon Kaye,... Mon, 04 Jul 2011 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=92 The ‘Sky Blues’ are supporting the Baby Care Appeal – helping us to fund life saving equipment and new facilities to care for our communities sick and premature babies.... Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=88 The Lions Club of Coventry Godiva have donated a staggering £1,000 to UHCW Charity to support the stroke unit at University Hospital. At the same time,... Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=89 Three and half year old twins, Emellia and Billie-Mae Russell visited University Hospital to make a donation of £259 to the Baby Care Appeal. Their mum Debbie Jackson, aged 32, raised the money... Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=91 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance to do it for free.... Wed, 08 Jun 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=87 Three friends, Lee Sykes, Campbell Askwith and Simon Kaye, have set themselves an extreme golfing challenge to raise money for local Breast Cancer Services at University Hospital, Coventry.... Mon, 06 Jun 2011 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=86 People with time to spare on Wednesday afternoons are being called upon to help at a book sale at University Hospital. The sale of books and jigsaws in the hospital entrance has raised almost £... Thu, 26 May 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=85 Coventry’s Hospital Charity is appealing for people to take part in the Coventry Fun Run On Sunday 12th June 2011, for the Baby Care Appeal.... Thu, 26 May 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=84 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance.... Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=83 A fun day held by staff of Coventry City Council has raised over £100 for UHCW Charity, to care for people with brain tumour or brain injury.  Staff from Coventry Direct,... Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=81 Bethany Keenan has never forgotten how staff at Coventry University Hospital cared for her as she battled a life-threatening children’s cancer. So the 11 year-old was happy to walk the wards... Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=82 Chanel Nickols, 22, from Binley Woods started her dream job this month when she joined UHCW Charity as their Fundraising Officer.... Wed, 27 Apr 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=79 One of the last wishes of a local man, Kevin Stead, is being honored for the first anniversary of his death when a charity night is held for the Renal Research at University Hospital Coventry. The... Thu, 21 Apr 2011 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=80 A dress down day at Stratford District Council has raised £106 to help local people with kidney disease. The event, held each month, involves council staff making a donation to dress in casual... Thu, 21 Apr 2011 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=78 MP Mark Pawsey welcomed Roy Adams, aged 83 years from Alwyn Road, when he presented a donation of £2000 to the Cardiac Rehabilitation Team at the Hospital of St Cross,... Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=77 The Easter bunny will visit children in University Hospital this weekend, thanks to donations made by Randstad Recruitment Agency. Carlo Girasoli, Account Manager at Randstad in Coventry, asked flex... Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=76   The Lions Club of Coventry Godiva have donated a staggering £1,000 to UHCW Charity in support of stroke care at University Hospital.... Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=75 Local fundraiser Tom Bailey visited the staff of Ward 41 at University Hospital, Coventry after raising over £1,000 in two ambitious marathon events for UHCW Charity.... Thu, 24 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=74  People across Coventry and Warwickshire are being urged to put their best foot forward by taking part in a sponsored walk to raise awareness of hardening of the arteries in the legs and help... Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=73 Sky Blue fans are being urged to support new mums and sick babies across Coventry and Warwickshire, as well as their favourite team, at today’s (Saturday 5th March) game against Bristol City.... Fri, 04 Mar 2011 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=72 People with rhythm and timing are being sought to take part in this May’s Dragon Boat Festival to raise money for our local hospitals Baby Care Appeal.... Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=70 Spirited local fundraisers Sue Sharkey and friend Paula Footman have raised £2,000 for two charities supporting care and research into lymphoma.... Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=71 An ambitious fundraiser has completed a 4,000 mile cycle ride around the British coastline raising £10,000 for two cancer charities.  Dr Chris Stockdale from Tanworth-in-Arden in Solihull... Mon, 14 Feb 2011 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=69 UNIVERSITY Hospital’s chief executive will run the London Marathon to raise £1,500 for sick babies and their parents. Andy Hardy is collecting for the UHCW Baby Care Appeal.... Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=67 Restaurant Staff from University Hospital in Coventry have raised over £650 for our Baby Care Appeal. A team of 12 volunteers braved arctic temperatures and put on their Santa hats to... Tue, 14 Dec 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=68 Students and parents from Coventry Blaze Academy have raised over £450 for their local hospital.... Wed, 08 Dec 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=66 One hundred Santa’s are being recruited to take part in a Jingle Jog at Ryton Pools Country Park, on Sunday 12th December, to help families from Rugby experiencing the loss of a baby.... Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=64 STUDENTS from the Coventry Blaze Academy will collect cash for University Hospital’s Baby Care Appeal in the city centre on Saturday.... Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=65 Talented neighbours Jacquie Dipple and John Oulds, from Walsgrave on Sowe, are helping local people with leukaemia and other blood conditions by selling 2011 calendars.... Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=63 Our Cancer Ward could benefit from a donation of £3,000 but only with your help. NatWest have created 380 Community Funds of £5,000 for local people to decide the good cause to benefit... Fri, 05 Nov 2010 17:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=58  Two families from Baddesley Ensor came together to raise more than £500 for doctors who saved their loved ones.  In February 2008,... Tue, 26 Oct 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=60 Hundreds of Santas are being recruited to take part in a Jingle Jog at Ryton Pools and Country Park, on Sunday 12th December. The 5k festive fun run which is open to anyone aged 14 years and over, is... Wed, 20 Oct 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=61 Adventurous fundraiser Dave Arnold is setting off to Wales to compete in the annual Snowdonia Marathon.... Fri, 24 Sep 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=62 Jane and David Freeman from Ryton on Dunsmore have marked their 30th Wedding Anniversary by raising an astounding £700 for Rugby’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Ward.  The couple organised... Fri, 24 Sep 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=57 A toy collection organised by graduates on the PSA Peugeot scheme has benefitted local children in University Hospital, Coventry.... Wed, 25 Aug 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=56 Staff at the Mulberry Ward at the Hospital of St Cross received over £1700 from London Marathon Runner Chris Mabey, last week. Chris, from Great Glen, ran the 26.2 miles in April this year for... Wed, 25 Aug 2010 08:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=55 Adventurous teacher Denise Durkan is swapping her school books for a sturdy pair of boots as she climbs to the summit of Kilimanjaro this summer.  Denise (32) from Potters Green in Coventry has... Mon, 02 Aug 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=54 Spirited fundraiser Tom Davis has raised an amazing £1,600 by running a marathon in support of UHCW Charity. Tom ran a staggering 26 miles at this years Shakespeare Marathon,... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=53 Have you ever wanted to experience the thrill of a skydive? UHCW Charity is appealing for adventurous volunteers to jump for your local hospital and by raising just £395 you can Jump for Free!... Wed, 07 Jul 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=51 Our community’s smallest and sickest new born babies are benefiting from over £10,000 raised at a glamorous charity ball held earlier this year.... Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=52 A 20 year relationship between HMS Diamond and University Hospital’s Neonatal Unit was launched last week when the ship’s company presented its first donation. The sailors were in the... Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=50 Celebrities playing in a local charity football match on Saturday 7th August are giving spectators an opportunity to win signed memorabilia as their tickets will be placed in a free prize draw. Stars... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=49 Ten year old Emma Handley and her sister Abigail aged 6 years, joined their dad, Darron Handley, to make a donation of £438 to the Baby Care Appeal.... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=48 Stars from Hollyoaks will compete with Coventry City All Stars in a football match on Saturday 7th August, to raise money for the care of our community’s smallest and sickest new born babies. &... Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=47 Cancer survivor, Marc Neville is leading 17 friends and family on a Three Peaks Challenge in July, to raise funds for the Arden Cancer Centre at University Hospital. 24 year old Marc,... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=46 Nine local rowers have completed a one million metre charity challenge without having to leave dry land! Pete Edwards aged 34 from Stockingford in Nuneaton joined eight friends in an indoor rowing... Fri, 21 May 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=45 Patients of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme at The Hospital of St Cross, Rugby are appealing to local people to join worldwide celebrations for International Nurses Day, by hosting a tea party.... Wed, 05 May 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=44 UHCW Charity has launched its first website to let people know how their donations make a difference to our local hospitals and the thousands of people they care for.... Tue, 04 May 2010 09:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=43 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance. UHCW Charity is looking for adventurous volunteers to make a fundraising parachute jump in support of University Hospital,... Mon, 26 Apr 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=42 Dear Editor As the manager of the Hospital of St Cross in Rugby I would like to ask the local community to join us in celebrating International Nurses Day by hosting a tea party to recognise the... Sat, 24 Apr 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=41 Local people are being encouraged to join worldwide celebrations for International Nurses Day by holding a tea party. The annual event is organised to recognise the role of nurses in the community,... Fri, 23 Apr 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=40 If like me you watched the London Marathon on Sunday, you may have been inspired to start running even to take part in a fun run,... Fri, 23 Apr 2010 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=38 With the introduction of a top rate tax band of 50 percent for people earning over £150,000 on 6th April,... Fri, 16 Apr 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=37 A £1000 donation made to UHCW Charity is set to make a difference to local Breast Screening Services, thanks to the partners of Coventry Leofric Lions. Club President Ken Brown's partner,... Wed, 14 Apr 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=36 Sponsored by Skanska and Fallen Garden Maintenance the 1000 daffodils, were planted opposite Myton Hospice, by UHCW Charity as part of a new scheme called Blooms of Love. "As a hospital charity... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=34 Our local hospital charity has received a share of the Santander £250,... Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=35 Children at University Hospital this year received a chocolaty treat from the Easter Bunny thanks to donations made by local recruitment company Ranstad Inhouse Services.... Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=39 If you have ever wanted to do a parachute jump here is your chance. UHCW Charity is looking for adventurous volunteers to make a fundraising parachute jump in support of University Hospital,... Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=33 10 sailors will launch a 20 year relationship between HMS Diamond and our city’s neonatal department, through UHCW charity, on 10th March when they start a 700 mile duatholan.... Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=30 Chris Mabey, 37yrs, is taking part in a life’s ambition on 25th April, when he runs the London Marathon, the Uk’s biggest marathon.... Mon, 01 Mar 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=31 Hilton in the Community Foundation and the Lord Mayor are joining forces to organise a glamorous charity ball at Hilton Coventry on Friday March 19th.  The black-tie event will be raising funds... Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=32 A Valentines Day Car Wash generated much more than gleaming cars when £500 was donated to the UHCW Charity in support of the City’s neonatal unit  Christian Sealy, aged 31 years,... Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=27 A charity car wash is being held at Cleaner Car Centre on Binley Road, this Sunday, Valentine’s Day, to support the care of premature and poorly babies in Coventry’s Neonatal Unit.... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=28 Nurses from our City’s Neonatal Unit are appealing to people to wash their car on Valentines Day as part of a charity car wash at Cleaner Car Centre on Binley Road, this Sunday.... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=26 Chris Savvas from Wyken Fish Bar in Coventry is one of 25 local businesses helping to support UHCW Charity.  A recent plea to help place 50 collection boxes throughout Coventry and Warwickshire... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=29 New links were established across Coventry this week between HMS Diamond and UHCW NHS Trust. At a meeting facilitated by Lord Mayor Jack Harrison,... Thu, 21 Jan 2010 10:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=25 A new scheme to help people celebrate the life of a family member or friend by having spring bulbs and flowers planted has been launched by UHCW Charity.... Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=22 A record breaking number of golfers attended this years’ Turkey Trot Golf Competition to raise £1,000 for the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service at the Hospital of St Cross, Rugby.... Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=20 If you would like to embrace 2010 why not leap into the year ahead by undertaking a sky dive for UHCW Charity?  Jumping from 10,... Fri, 01 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=21 UHCW Charity is appealing for challengers to conquer Kilimanjaro, walk the Inca Trail, cycle through Cuba or travel from London to Paris by different means – in support of University Hospital,... Fri, 01 Jan 2010 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=19 The fundraising efforts of regulars at The Black Horse, Spon End has helped to provide essential equipment in a new unit at University Hospital Coventry.  Their £10,... Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=24 With fifteen days before the draw date, UHCW Charity is urging people to take part in their first Christmas raffle which supports the care of local hospital patients. The first prize,... Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=18 An appeal has been launched to find 50 local businesses to take a collection box and help enhance care for local people in hospital.... Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=17 UHCW Charity, that enhances patient care and facilities at both hospitals with in University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is appealing for donations of books. UHCW Charity has spent... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=16 Critical Care Staff at University Hospital were bowled over to receive £645 from Lillington Bowls Club presented during one of their recent Courier league games on the green at Lime Avenue,... Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=23 Lord Mayor of Coventry, Councillor Jack Harrison, will be lending his special support to University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust’s Neonatal Unit this year,... Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=15 GRATEFUL Harry Brown, is celebrating his 21st year by thanking the team of people who saved him as a baby.  In 1988,... Sat, 29 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=14 When loving husband and father, John Spurling died earlier this year at the age of 75,... Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=13 Ten year old Cystic Fibrosis patient Jack Lackenby, thanked local runner Howard Andersen, on behalf of UHCW Charity,... Sun, 12 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=12 Nurse Claire Stokes is appealing for people to put on their running shoes and raise funds for their local hospital. Claire, aged 35, from Coventry,... Sat, 20 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=11 AN AMAZING £3,000 was given to UHCW Charity for a ward at University Hospital in Coventry, by colleagues at BT Broadband Provision after one of the colleagues was diagnosed with leukaemia. ... Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=10 A Coventry student – who is the oldest living survivor of an extremely rare skin condition – is poised to play a starring role in “Walk For Skin 2009.... Tue, 26 May 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=9 Dear Sirs  I am at home recovering after completing my first London Marathon.... Wed, 13 May 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=8 The Easter bunny visited children in University Hospital this weekend, thanks to donations made by Hamlin Knight Recruitment Agency. Peter Caven and Michael Pollard,... Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=7 A group of eight intrepid adventurers have conquered Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest freestanding mountain in Africa, and raised more than £1,000 for a local hospital charity. John Gardiner, 45,... Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=6 Many of your readers will have competed with over 80,000 people for a place in this year’s London Marathon, on Sunday 26th April. As well as having an unforgettable experience many will use the... Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=5 Keen athlete Howard Andersen is devoting himself to a strict training regime for the London Marathon – with the goal of raising cash for the treatment of young Cystic Fibrosis patients at... Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://www.uhcwcharity.org/what-we-do/news?action=view&newsID=4 Relieved Heather Suffield has hailed a Coventry hospital consultant “a hero” after he used pioneering surgery to help her make a complete recovery from a life-threatening head injury.... Fri, 13 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT