The Brigitte Trust has a new logo & website, but sad to say goodbye to Vanessa Smith
Brigitte Trust Supporter News – April 2021
I am delighted to launch our new look – a modern and vibrant logo coupled with a new strapline: ‘Helping people live well beyond diagnosis.’
This reflects the work we are doing alongside improvements in treatment for many health conditions. More people are now living with and beyond their diagnosis, and our volunteers provide support at diagnosis, through treatment and beyond.
Do check out our new website confirming the breadth, depth and diversity of our services.
We’ve made it easier for you to:
- Apply to become a volunteer www.brigittetrust.org/become-a-volunteer
- Make a referral www.brigittetrust.org/referral-form
- Sign up for this newsletter www.brigittetrust.org
- Make a one-off or regular donation…on any page!
This is a new and exciting chapter in our 37-year history.
However, it is coupled with sadness as we say farewell to our Vanessa (photo below). Vanessa Smith has been Promotions Manager for the last 20 years but started as a volunteer working alongside our founder, Brigitte.
Vanessa has done much for The Brigitte Trust and we will miss her dearly, whilst we wish her and Martin a very happy retirement.
This is a new and exciting chapter in our 37-year history.
However, it is coupled with sadness as we say farewell to our Vanessa (photo on right). Vanessa Smith has been Promotions Manager for the last 20 years but started as a volunteer working alongside our founder, Brigitte.
Vanessa has done much for The Brigitte Trust and we will miss her dearly, whilst we wish her and Martin a very happy retirement.
I am thrilled to confirm Tanya Stafford as our Engagement, Fundraising & Promotions Lead. Ingrid Walker becomes Charity Business & Digital Co-ordinator responsible for our social media messaging – a vital part of modern charity work.
She will keep the website packed with current content, stories, case studies and news.
A new Admin Assistant will keep the office running smoothly!
Lastly, a huge thank you to the staff team, volunteers, trustees, funders, partners and clients. Covid-19 has been a huge challenge for us all, and I am so proud of our response to our clients. We received 500 referrals to our service and recruited over 60 telephone support volunteers, confirming that we can adapt and respond quickly and professionally.
We have forged strong links with a wide range ofpartners putting us in a strong position as we plan ahead to resume our core service of face to face visiting.
Lucy Beach
Charity Manager
I am thrilled to confirm Tanya Stafford as our Engagement, Fundraising & Promotions Lead. Ingrid Walker becomes Charity Business & Digital Co-ordinator responsible for our social media messaging – a vital part of modern charity work.
She will keep the website packed with current content, stories, case studies and news.
A new Admin Assistant will keep the office running smoothly!
Lastly, a huge thank you to the staff team, volunteers, trustees, funders, partners and clients. Covid-19 has been a huge challenge for us all, and I am so proud of our response to our clients. We received 500 referrals to our service and recruited over 60 telephone support volunteers, confirming that we can adapt and respond quickly and professionally.
We have forged strong links with a wide range ofpartners putting us in a strong position as we plan ahead to resume our core service of face to face visiting.
Lucy Beach
Charity Manager
“YOU’RE AMAZING” Award – BBC Surrey
Congratulations to Sarah Pattenden who is this was recipient of a Lavender ‘You’re Amazing’ Award. Sarah is the Service Co-ordinator for the Brigitte Trust and was nominated as she has worked relentlessly throughout the pandemic.
The charity supports people in Surrey who are lonely, isolated, in low mood, bereaved and those with life-limiting illnesses.
During the pandemic referrals have increased enormously and over 60 volunteers have been recruited on Zoom.
Sarah always goes the extra mile and is always available to take referrals, respond to calls and emails in the evenings and at weekends.
She is a shining star, an asset to the charity’s team and has made a huge difference to many people in Surrey not only over the 10 years with the Trust, but also during the last year she has been phenomenal and outstanding.
Congratulations to all the team and our brilliant volunteers of course
Sarah was given this well-deserved award with a basket of scones, cookies and brownies to share with the office team here at the Trust, which we all enjoyed at our individual homes early in March – truly socially distanced!
Area Covered by Brigitte Trust’s Free Service in Surrey
Spelthorne, Runnymede, Elmbridge, Woking, Epsom & Ewell, Guildford and Waverley, Surrey Heath, Mole Valley, Reigate & Banstead, and Tandridge
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Contact Details for The Brigitte Trust
Phone Number and Email Address
Referrals
Our Service Co-ordinator carries a dedicated Brigitte Trust mobile. If you leave a message your call will be returned as soon as possible.
Sarah Pattenden 07469 932192
Email: referrals@brigittetrust.com
Brigitte Trust Office
Phone: 01306 881816
Email: admin@brigittetrust.com
Please use the office number if you have difficulty reaching our Service Co-ordinator. (Please note: Our offices are open Monday – Thursday. Messages received out of hours will be answered as soon as possible).
Fundraising and Marketing
Phone: 01306 881816
Email: promotions@brigittetrust.com
Address
316 High Street
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 1QX
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