Month: September 2024

DSSR supports ‘Glow Walk’ to raise over £28,950 for St Michael’s Hospice

For more than three decades, Saint Michael’s has provided care and support for families living with terminal illness and bereavement across the Harrogate district. The DSSR Harrogate office is proud to continue to support the excellent work the charity carries out in the local community.

Most recently, a number of colleagues from the Harrogate office completed the Midnight Glow Walk. This event primarily raises vital funds to support the hospice’s work in providing care and support to individuals with terminal illnesses and their families in the local community. It also brings together the community for a shared experience, fostering a sense of togetherness and support for the hospice’s mission.

The DSSR Harrogate Office were delighted to support the event that, to date, has raised an amazing £28,950 for St Michael’s Hospice, without which, local people and their families could be left to face the complex issues and forgotten challenges of terminal illness alone.

We hope to continue to help raise awareness about the hospice, its services, and the importance of end-of-life care as it helps to celebrate cherished moments with loved ones and remember those who are no longer with us.

Cancer Research Shine Night Walk

Led by Carina McKinney, an Associate in the Glasgow office, DSSR is hosting a 10k night time walk fundraiser for Cancer Research UK. She is leading a group of colleagues to raise as much as possible to help beat cancer by taking part in the Shine Night Walk Glasgow 2024.

The Shine Night Walk is an illuminating night-time event where walkers pass through their city’s famous landmarks as part of a 10k walk. Organised by Cancer Research UK, several similar events take place in cities across the UK.

The primary goal is to raise vital funds for life-saving cancer research. The money raised by participants helps fund various research projects aimed at improving cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

These events also play a crucial role in raising awareness about cancer and the importance of research. They bring together people affected by cancer, their loved ones, and supporters to create a sense of community and solidarity in the fight against the disease.

“Well done to everyone; what a great achievement we all managed to navigate the streets of Glasgow on a Saturday night, and all get back in once piece! I hope everyone who took part was not too stiff the next morning and got a deserved lie-in on Sunday. It looks like we have raised over £2,000 including gift aid!”

Fiona Williamson, DSSR Regional Director