Social Media Releases for Sue Ryder

Sue Ryder hospice provides care closer to people's homes

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 12:47:13 GMT

A clinic in the heart of South Leeds is supporting people with life-limiting illnesses closer to their own home. Wheatfields Hospice, one of seven hospices run by health and social care charity Sue Ryder, opened an outreach service last July after securing premises thanks to the support of a local care home, Sunnyview House.

Sue Ryder applauds important step towards fair playing field for charities

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:22:37 GMT

Sue Ryder is today celebrating its role in the significant step taken towards removing barriers for charities to deliver NHS services in England.

"It will never happen to me" attitude needs to take a Hike

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 14:34:37 GMT

Launch of Starlight Hike aims to show fundraising in a new light

40 per cent of Brits, if facing a serious life-changing illness would turn to charity for support, yet just eight per cent of people actually took part in a fundraising event for a health related charity last year. This is the stark finding of new research from Sue Ryder, the national charity that supports people with end of life and long-term conditions which is launching its Starlight Hike events to help people see both fundraising and some of the country’s most beautiful landmarks in a new light.

CHARITY CALLS FOR UNWANTED CHRISTMAS GIFTS TO SUPPORT ITS HEALTHCARE SERVICES

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 12:28:51 GMT

National health and social care charity Sue Ryder is encouraging people to donate any unwanted clothes, books, jewellery, bric-a-brac or furniture including Christmas gifts to its 370 charity shops across the country.

London Luton Airport announces Sue Ryder as New Charity Partner for 2012 and 2013

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:21:07 GMT

The public have voted Sue Ryder as the new London Luton Airport Charity Partner for 2012 and 2013. The Airport has pledged an initial donation of £5,000 to the charity, and employees will work closely with the team at Sue Ryder to involve staff and passengers in fundraising activities throughout the year.

Stairlift finds new home with Lucy

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:55:39 GMT

Lucy, of Regent Crescent in Skipton, was diagnosed for the second time with cervical cancer in July this year and faces weeks of chemotherapy and the knowledge that her condition is terminal.

UB40 STAR TO OPEN NEW SUE RYDER CHARITY SHOP IN KINGS HEATH

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:29:29 GMT

Bargain hunters will be in their element next month when Sue Ryder opens a new charity shop in the retail heart of Kings Heath, Birmingham.

Officially opening the brand new store on Wednesday January 4 will be UB40 star Brian Travers. Doors open at 10.30am and, as well as some serious shopping opportunities, the store opening event will give early bird shoppers the chance to win a fabulous prize in a grand prize draw

Sue Ryder in negotiations to move into new state of the art hospice in Henley

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:24:51 GMT

Sue Ryder, the health and social care charity, is looking to move from its existing location in Nettlebed to a new purpose-built hospice in Henley and is in talks with NHS Oxfordshire (PCT) to use new facilities to be built in the grounds of Townlands Community Hospital.

New charity shop attracts hundreds of customers on its first day

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:38:24 GMT

Sue Ryder opened its first charity shop in Meanwood on Thursday (Thu 10 November) and welcomed hundreds of customers throughout the day raising over £4,000 for the charity.

National charity wins first amendment to healthcare bill

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:35:49 GMT

National charity, Sue Ryder, has enjoyed a victory in its campaign to change Government policy on VAT relief for charities providing hospice care.

Get a new wardrobe and help to make a difference to people's life

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:29:52 GMT

A group of charitable ladies in Northamptonshire, calling themselves Champagne Thursday, are hosting a series of monthly Swishing events to raise vital funds for Sue Ryder.

Sue Ryder shorlisted for prestigious National award for its work with prisoner volunteers

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 17:01:43 GMT

Sue Ryder’s pioneering work with prison volunteers across the UK has been recognised in the prestigious Personnel Today Awards 2011.

Celebrate your special memories of loved ones with Sue Ryder's Lights of Love

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:23:33 GMT

This Christmas, Sue Ryder is inviting people to celebrate their special memories of loved ones and share them with others by taking part in its annual Lights of Love campaign.

Thorpe Hall given full planning permission to build new hospice

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:53:06 GMT

Plans submitted by Sue Ryder - Thorpe Hall Hospice in Longthorpe to build a new state-of-the art hospice have been approved by Peterborough City Council and English Heritage.

Get a new job and make a real difference

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:24:27 GMT

Writemycv.info teams up with Sue Ryder to raise funds for the Big Wigs Business Challenge in Northamptonshire

Raise your business profile and funds for Sue Ryder

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:16:11 GMT

BNI Wellingborough is organising a Corporate Charity Networking Lunch to raise funds as part of their Northants Sue Ryder Big Wigs Business Challenge

Sue Ryder develops new palliative care education programme

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 13:00:47 GMT

Sue Ryder has launched a new education programme aimed at enhancing practitioners’ skills and knowledge in palliative and end-of-life care

Sue Ryder and Demos Call for Democratic Revolution in Care Homes

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:20:51 GMT

Leading health charity and national think-tank say homes should be run by residents, for residents

Sue Ryder encourages people to support its vital work

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:48:34 GMT

To coincide with this year’s World Hospice and Palliative Care Day (8 Oct) national health and social care charity Sue Ryder is highlighting the importance of supporting hospices in their vital role of caring for people living with complex care needs.

Sue Ryder is using this event to encourage people to support the charity by taking on a fundraising challenge including for instance the spectacular Hadrian’s Wall trek, the Jurassic coast trek or the Great Wall of China trek and by supporting its 350 shops across the country to help raise the £20m it needs to continue to support the thousands of people it cares for every year.

HOW YOU CAN HELP TO MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE TO PEOPLE’S LIFE

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 11:50:28 GMT

Stapleford Park is hosting a special White Tie and Tiara Ball on September 24th to raise vital funds for Sue Ryder, a national health and social care charity. Staff at Stapleford Park are encouraging people to come along to th

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S GROUP PUTS THE FUNDRAISING WHEELS IN MOTION FOR SUE RYDER

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:24:27 GMT

National health and social care charity Sue Ryder has been chosen as charity of the year 2011-12 by the Association of Inner Wheel Clubs, Great Britain and Ireland.

SUE RYDER’S ST JOHN’S HOSPICE GETS THE VIP TREATMENT – AGAIN!

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:51:55 GMT

Thanks to its recent £568,000 renovation, Sue Ryder’s St John’s Hospice is already going from strength to strength in providing even better services and facilities for local people needing high quality end of life care.

SUE RYDER SYNERGY CAFÉ – A LIFELINE FOR LOCAL PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA AND THEIR CARERS

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:36:29 GMT

Having dementia and caring for someone with this devastating condition can be tough and isolating, which is why Sue Ryder’s Synergy Café on Chantry Park is seen as a lifeline by many local people, including Ipswich couples Donna and Steve Fenton and Jenny and Mick Webster.

Sue Ryder comments on the Palliative Care Funding Review

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 08:53:21 GMT

Paul Woodward, Chief Executive of Sue Ryder, comments on the Palliative Care Funding Review published today.

RUN FOR CHARITY AND MAKE THE GREAT NORTH RUN AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:40:29 GMT

Failed to get a ballot place in the Great North Run? Health and social care charity Sue Ryder is delighted to offer runners 60 guaranteed places into the world’s most iconic half marathon - but be quick, as places are going fast. This event welcomes runners at all levels to come and join the charity in what proves to be a magnificent event.

Sue Ryder picks up honours in the Business in the Community East of England 2011 Awards for Excellence

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:13:03 GMT

Sue Ryder scooped the Right Step Award in the Business in the Community East of England 2011 Awards for Excellence at a ceremony held at Hengrave Hall, Bury St Edmunds.

This Award was open to companies who have adopted the most innovative approach to working with the criminal justice system to help reduce re-offending in the East of England region.

National Charity Highlights Importance of Supporting UK's 6 Million Carers

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 15:56:16 GMT

To coincide with this year’s Carers Week (13 – 19 June) national health and social care charity Sue Ryder is highlighting the importance of supporting carers in their vital role of looking after a loved one.

According to new estimates from a recent survey conducted by Carers UK and the University of Leeds, the care provided by carers, who provide unpaid support for an ill, fragile or disabled loved one, is worth a staggering £119billion to the economy*.

Response to NHS reforms

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:36:14 GMT

We welcome many of the changes suggested by the Future Forum and accepted by the government. We support the idea of competition based on quality of care and not cost. We believe that this will drive standards up in the area and allow charities such as Sue Ryder an excellent chance of entering the marketplace.

VOLUNTEER SUPPORT SAVES SUE RYDER £19.5 MILLION

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 07:07:52 GMT

To coincide with this year’s Volunteers Week (1-7June) celebrations, national health and social care charity, Sue Ryder has unveiled findings of its first ever Volunteer Investment and Value Report.*

The report highlights the annual monetary value of its 8000 volunteers at £19.5million.

Death Remains A Taboo Subject Amongst Brits

Mon, 16 May 2011 11:08:05 GMT

Death remains a taboo subject in Britain, according to new research commissioned by the Dying Matters Coalition, of which Sue Ryder is a member of. Although the majority of people think that talking about death is less of a taboo than it was 20 years ago, two-thirds of all people agree that people in Britain are uncomfortable discussing dying and death.

IMPROVING END OF LIFE CARE FOR THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

Thu, 12 May 2011 16:32:45 GMT

In 2010 the Department of Health released a £40million grant to improve end of life care for people living with life-limiting conditions. Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice in Leeds was one of the 123 hospices to benefit from these funds.

HOLD YOUR OWN ROYAL WEDDING PARTY WITH WILLIAM AND KATE

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 10:25:10 GMT

Thinking of organising something special with your friends and family on the day of the Royal Wedding? Sue Ryder has just what you are looking for to get the ‘wow’ factor.

IMPROVING END OF LIFE CARE FOR THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:26:04 GMT

In 2010 the Department of Health released a £40million grant to improve end of life care for people living with life-limiting conditions. Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice near Keighley was one of the 123 hospices to benefit from these funds.

Specialist Palliative Care Services in Berkshire West transfer to Sue Ryder

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 13:49:18 GMT

On Friday 1 April, Berkshire West Primary Care Trust (PCT) transferred all specialist palliative care services to the health and social care charity, Sue Ryder as part of the Department of Health’s Transforming Community Services (TCS) agenda.

FOLLOW IN CELEBRITY FOOTSTEPS AND TAKE ON LIFE-CHANGING DESERT TREK

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 10:22:03 GMT

The celebrity lives of Lorraine Kelly, Olly Murs and Dermot O’ Leary may appear poles apart from a local self-employed double-glazer in Bedford. Yet when it comes to life changing experiences, as Malcolm Patrickson (44) has shown, they are not just the preserve of the celebrity.

Inspired to take on an October desert trek for Sue Ryder in memory of his friend who died recently, Malcolm watched the celebrity Red Nose desert trek (broadcast on BBC1 on 17 March) with interest.

SUE RYDER RESPONDS TO DISPATCHES' SECRET NHS DIARIES:

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 14:06:10 GMT

Sue Ryder coments on the recent Dispatches programme about Palliative Care in the NHS.

Sue Ryder appointed to run popular Warwickshire Reuse and Recycling Centre

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:38:35 GMT

After a competitive tender process, Warwickshire County Council has appointed charity Sue Ryder to manage the Reuse Shop at the Princes Drive Household Waste Recycling Centre in Leamington Spa.

Fancy going somewhere hot? Join our Sahara Desert Trek 2011

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 17:03:00 GMT

This ten day trek is Sue Ryders first bespoke international challenge event. Join a team of trekkers all raising money for Sue Ryder and have the experience of a lifetime.

It takes place between 7th - 16th October 2011

Be creative for Sue Ryder's Febru-hairy month

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 15:29:34 GMT

Sue Ryder is putting the fun into fundraising with the launch of its Febru-hairy month. People are being encouraged to sport creative styles and funny hair to raise vital funds for the health and social care charity.

Sue Ryder Strives To Create a Caring Community By Offering Employment Opportunities

Thu, 20 Jan 2011 11:14:39 GMT

Sue Ryder – Stagenhoe is inspiring job seekers in Hertfordshire to think about caring career opportunities this New Year.

On 26^th January at the Goldsmiths Centre, North Hertfordshire College, between 10.00 – 15.00 Sue Ryder will be taking part in a local recruitment fair with Jobcentre Plus. The national charity hopes to encourage job seekers to take up a career in health and social care.

Sue Ryder comment on Health and Social Care Bill

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:27:04 GMT

Sue Ryder welcomes the publication of the Health and Social Care Bill (19 Jan 2011). Since the publication of the NHS White paper last year the charity has been eager to see the detail of the government's plans for reform.

Steve Jenkin, director of health and social care at Sue Ryder comments on the government's Health and Social Care Bill (published 19 January 2011).

Sue Ryder encourages you to leave a lasting legacy and secure the future of loved ones

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 14:24:56 GMT

National health and social care charity Sue Ryder is launching its Legacy Campaign through its nationwide network of 350 charity shops to raise awareness of the importance of writing a Will. Now in its third year, the campaign also asks people to consider leaving a gift in their Will in aid of the charity.

Sue Ryder’s customers and donors will also have the chance to enter a free raffle for a chance to win a cruise for two to The Dutch Bulb Fields given by Phoenix Holidays Ltd.

Sue Ryder's CEO talks to Word on Health about Personalisation

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 16:11:38 GMT

As the government picks up the pace on personalisation and embedding personal budgets, care providers like Sue Ryder need to look at how to embed personalised working practices and appeal to personal budget holders in a time of spending cuts and financial constraints.

Paul Woodward, CEO of health and social care charity, Sue Ryder talks to Word on Health, about personalisation.

A happy New Year? VAT increase stands to lose charities £140million

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 10:26:12 GMT

Sue Ryder launch campaign to urge government to cut red tape on VAT for charities and the care it provides.

A message of comfort at Christmas by Pam Rhodes

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 15:38:10 GMT

Pam Rhodes, best known for presenting BBC1 ‘Songs of Praise' and a keen supporter of the charity, has dedicated a poignant message to all the people that like her this Christmas will have an empty chair around the dinner table:

Sue Ryder responds to the Government's Vision for Adult Social Care

Tue, 16 Nov 2010 17:32:20 GMT

Following the announcement of the government’s vision for social care (16 November 2010), Paul Woodward, Chief Executive of Sue Ryder welcomed the government’s publication of its Vision for Adult Social Care, recognising the urgent need for reform of a system which is at breaking point.

Embargoed until Midnight 31st October 2010

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 10:15:22 GMT

Society’s wall of silence around dying and death prompts call for national debate

Sue Ryder responds to comprehensive spending review

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:23:31 GMT

Specialist health care charity Sue Ryder responds to the recent spending review, with comments from Chief Executive Paul Woodwood.

Sue Ryder Care calls on nation to raise vital funds to support it to provide end of life care

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:15:56 GMT

In line with World Hospice and Palliative Care day (9 Oct), Sue Ryder highlights the importance of an individualised approach to end of life care, and calls on people nationwide to support the charity to raise vital funds. The charity is using the event to encourage local people and communities to take on a fundraising challenge or support its 350 shops to help raise the £13million it needs to continue to provide 4 million hours of care each year.

Sue Ryder champion peoples' right for choice of care at party conferences

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 12:49:13 GMT

At this years party political conferences, Sue Ryder is urging members of the three main parties, Liberal Democrat, Labour and Conservative, to support its vision of a continuum of care that enables people to make personal choices about the services they receive.

Sue Ryder Care shops raise extra £6.3million from gift aid

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 17:03:30 GMT

Thanks to the support of shoppers nationwide, Sue Ryder Care is delighted to announce it has raised an extra £6.3million from Gift Aid on donated items to its 350 shops. The healthcare charity is using this milestone to encourage more people across the country to become gift aid members and help raise vital funds.

Running in big American style in aid of Sue Ryder Care

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:11:12 GMT

A new running group is planning a massed assault on the Great North Run to raise vital funds for Sue Ryder Care. The Airedale Dodgers is a new friendly running group based at Airedale General Hospital.

The group includes more than 40 runners amongst consultants, nurses, dieticians, pharmacists, physiotherapists, general practitioners, healthcare support workers and managers and will tackle the race on 19 September with the goal to raise at least £5,000 for the health and social care charity.

RUNNING SHOES WITH EXTRA POWER

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:27:27 GMT

Sue Ryder Care is calling runners across the country to join its running team. The health and social care charity offers a personalised service to all runners who have secured their own place at one of the most popular half-marathon races – the Great North Run - and would like extra help to make sure the day will be an unforgettable one.

Sue Ryder Care has a dedicated running support team and look after its runners from the sign-up to the finishing line.

Sue Ryder Care comment on Terms of Reference for the Commission on the Funding of Care and Support (issued 20 July 2010)

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:09:38 GMT

Sue Ryder Care welcomes today’s announcement on the establishment of a commission to determine an affordable and sustainable funding system for care and support, for all adults in England, both in the home and other settings (Terms of Reference for the Commission on the Funding of Care and Support, 20 July 2010).

Play online charity game and win a quad bike experience for two

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:45:36 GMT

Sue Ryder Care is offering people the chance to win an exciting quad biking experience for two. Visit www.suerydercare.org/game to play the healthcare charity’s fun new online arcade game, and when you submit your score you’ll be entered into a prize draw. Closing date for entries is 30 September 2010.

Steve Jenkin comments on End of Life (EoLC) Strategy

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:28:12 GMT

The National Audit Office (Nov, 2008) and Public Accounts Committee reports (May, 2009) on end of life care both highlighted that existing palliative care services are increasingly underfunded by comissioners, and worryingly, a relience on voluntary fundraising is growing.

Sue Ryder Care is calling on the government to implement its plan for a tariff for palliative and end of life care services at the earliest opportunity. While the exact benefits of funding received remain hazy in some areas the Strategy has supported end of life care to rise up the political agenda and public consciousness of the subject.