News Archive - 2010
31st December 2010
Amlin (UK) Ltd Insurance
Many thanks to Amlin (UK) Ltd for a donation of £600 to Cardiac Rehab. This is in recognition of the assistance Cardiac Rehab has given to a number of their employees based out of their Basingstoke office.
20th December 2010
Eagle Close, Alton Carol Concert
Many thanks to the residents and visitors to Eagle Close, Alton for raising £140 for Cardiac Rehab at their Christmas Carol Concert.
10th December 2010
Tylney Park Golf Club Raffle
Many thanks to Tylney Park Golf Club for raising the magnificent sum of £325 for Cardiac Rehab at their recently held raffle.
26th November 2010
Fashion Show - Cardiac Rehab Centre
Qwirky Women, PS Lingerie, Penny Posh Frocks, The Shoe Orchard and Captain Tortue Group ran a very successful Fashion Show in aid Of Cardiac Rehab. Many thanks to all the shops that participated and to Joan Mossop and Angela for organising the evening and the models who displayed the clothes so professionally. The evening is expected to raise over £750 which is a fantastic contribution to the Charity.
19th November 2010
Race Night with Curry Supper - Cardiac Rehab Centre
Around sixty five Racegoers enjoyed the race night with curry supper held at the Cardiac Rehab Centre on Friday 19th November. Seven races were hotly contested with the auctioning of horses reaching ever higher bids and increasing levels of betting on individual horses as the evening progressed. A magnificent curry supper was provided by Jimmy Patel and his family for which many thanks. Thanks also to David Gay and Jerry Janes for running the evening and Will Spooner, from the Wheatsheaf Inn in Market Square, Alton, together with his helpers, for running the tote. The sum raised by the evening currently stands at £1,538.30.
15th November 2010
Cardiac Rehab Golf Society Donation
£2117.31 has been donated by the Cardiac Rehab Golf Society towards the cost of capital items purchased by the Charity in this financial year. The funds have been raised during golf events throughout 2010 and have covered the cost of a new compressor which drives gym equipment, a rowing machine, a cordless microphone system for the instructors and a water pump. Many thanks to the Golf Society for this generous donation.
8th November 2010
Alan Sloman Sponsored Bike Ride
Many thanks to Phase lll exerciser Alan Sloman for bike riding tandem with Fergus Lyons over the 72 mile round the Isle of Wight course and raising £610 for Cardiac Rehab through sponsorship.
30th October 2010
St Andrew's Church Hall, Medstead 10.30 - 1.30
Cardiac Rehab manned a stall at the Medstead Charities Fair selling Christmas cards, gifts and running a tombola. Many thanks to everyone who came along and supported.
25th October 2010
Alresford Ladies Group
Many thanks to the Alresford Ladies Group for donating £250 to the Charity. Cardiac Rehab is one of the group's nominated charity for which we are very grateful.
18th October 2010
Bridge Tea - Cardiac Rehab Centre, Chawton Park Road, Alton GU34 1RQ
52 Bridge players took part in the Bridge and tea afternoon held at the Cardiac Rehab Centre. The players were treated to a wonderful tea and enjoyed a raffle and gift stalls. The afternoon raised over £880 and many thanks to the organisers for such a succesful event.
14th October 2010
Annual Cardiac Rehab Charity Lecture 2010 - Lord David Owen -
The Maltings, Alton.
The annual lecture lived up to its reputation for hosting the best, most entertaining and most interesting evening of the year! Lord David Owen, doctor, Navy Minister, Health Minister, Foreign Secretary, co-founder of the SDP and now a member of the House of Lords spoke widely about world leaders and how the course of world history had been critically shaped by the physical and mental illnesses of those who have governed us over the past 100 years. Few would disagree with Lord Owen's final words of wisdom on how to reduce the risk of the disasters which may follow the inappropriate actions of leaders sickness - limit their time in office to no more than eight years!
10th October 2010
Cardiac Rehab/Alton Rotary Club Community Walk
This year Cardiac Rehab teamed up with Alton Rotary Club and the Alton Heart Support Club to organise the Alton Community Walk. There was a choice of two routes - 4.5 miles or 9 miles, starting in the Alton Market Square and walking through the lovely countryside around Shalden, Bentworth and Thedden.
In glorious sunshine fifty walkers covered the two routes finishing back in the Market Square having enjoyed a wonderful walk in the Hampshire countryside.
7th October 2010
Wives Group of St Mary's Church, Bentworth
Many thanks to the Wives Group of St Mary's Church, Bentworth who raised £585 at their annual fundraising lunch.
4th October 2010
Alton Aquatherapy Club
The Alton Aquatherapy Club has met for many years to provide exercise for people with particular needs at the swimming pool at Treloars College. The club is no longer able to meet and the members have donated £642 to Cardiac Rehab which is much appreciated. Many thanks for this donation.
30th September 2010
Jack Webb - Cardiac Rehab Treasurer retires
Jack Webb, the Cardiac Rehab Treasurer for the last 13 years retired on 30th September 2010. Jack has been responsible for the accounts and payroll during his time with the charity and our thanks got to Jack for all his contributions over the years.
28th September 2010
Molson Coors Donation
Molson Coors, an international company and also an employer in Alton, supports local charities within a ten mile radius of their sites. Many thanks for their kind donation of £500 towards Cardiac Rehab's fundraising efforts.
9th Septermber 2010
Eli Lilly, Basingstoke - Jeans to Work donation
Staff at Eli Lilly wore Jeans to Work on a nominated Friday and donated £200 to Cardiac Rehab as their nominated charity for August. Many thanks to all the employees who contributed.
4th September 2010
An Indian Experience - an evening of music and dance.
This was held at the Alton College forum and introduced the music and dance of India by a group of professional dancers and musicians. It was a great opportunty to experience the thrill and history of Indian music from a very talented group of performers. The audience of around 140 certainly enjoyed the entertainment and also the refreshments provided before and after the event. Many thanks to Atul Patel and his family for organising the evening and ensuring it was such a success.
31st August 2010
Jacqui Woolgar Retires from Cardiac Rehab
Jacqui left the charity at the end of August. Jacqui has worked for Cardiac Rehab for the last 11 years as an Events organiser, specialising in the large Plant Fairs that ran so successfully for several years, as the PA to the last three General managers and as one of the reception team. Many thanks to Jacqui for all her contributions to the charity and good wishes for the future.
31st August 2010
Alton Social Bowling Club
Many thanks to the Alton Social Bowling Club who raised £79, for Cardiac Rehab as their nominated charity, at a recent event.
24th August
Wheatsheaf Inn, Market Square, Alton
Attendees at a darts day at the Wheatsheaf Inn raised the magnificent sum of £269.07 for Cardiac rehab, which is much appreciated.
20th August
Cardiac Rehab Alton Charity Assistant Shop Manager Appointed
Cassie Moore has been appointed the Assistant Charity Shop Manager at the Cardiac rehab shop in Market Street, Alton. We welcome Cassie to Cardiac Rehab.
5th August 2010
Shalden Village Fete
Shalden village fete was held again this year to raise funds for local charities. This year's event was very successful
and donated the magnificent sum of £350 to support the services provided by Cardiac Rehab.
4th August 2010
Alton Lions-Rehab Golf Trophy
In spite of fickle weather the third Lions-Cardiac Rehab Golf Day was a great success with eighty players braving the elements and raising over £1500 for Cardiac Rehab. Thanks to Alton Lions for their organisation, Sheen Stickland for sponsorship, donors of raffle prizes and Test Valley Golf Club for their support.
The winning team was Eric Phillips, Will Spooner, Kevin Baines and John Chapple. The individual lady winner was Jennifer Clelland and individual male winner was Will Spooner.
1st August 2010
New Manager Appointed at Alton Cardiac Rehab Charity Shop
Linda Phillips has given up her role of Shop Manager and Stefanie Avis , who was the Assistant Shop Manager, has been promoted to Shop Manager. Congratulations to Stef and many thanks to Linda for over seven years service to the Charity as the Shop Manager. Linda will still be helping in the shop so we will continue to benefit from her expertise.
18th July 2010
Shalden Horse Show 2010
Many thanks to the Shalden Horse Show for a donation of £200 as a proportion of the funds raised at their annual charity horse show.
8th July 2010
Abbey Cottages BBQ
Abbey Cottages, Rooksdown, Basingstoke donated £200 repesenting the proceeds of their charity BBQ. Many thanks to everyone who attended and donated.
5th July 2010
London Marathon Sponsorship
Sue Kinch raised £351 as sponsorship for Cardiac Rehab by taking part in the London Marathon. Many thanks to Sue and congratulations on completing the course.
3rd July 2010
Collection at Sainsburys Store, Alton
The magnificent sum of £482.32 was donated to Cardiac Rehab by shoppers at Sainsburys on Saturday 3rd July. Many thanks to everyone who donated and to all the volunteers who collected on behalf of Cardiac Rehab
22nd June 2010
Plant Sale, Bolle Road, Alton
Many thanks to Helen Wilson and Jean Mills for running a very successful plant sale on 26th May 2010. The sale raised £250 for Cardiac Rehab.
21st June 2010
IDEAL Electrical & Plumbing Supplies
Many thanks to the management and staff of IDEAL Electrical & Plumbing Supplies, Mill Lane, Alton for nominating Cardiac Rehab for a recent collection from staff of £160.
12th June 2010
Festival Place, Basingstoke, Street Collection
Many thanks to the visitors to Festival Place on Saturday who donated the magnificent sum of
£412.04 to Cardiac rehab during the street collection.
10th June 2010
Basingstoke & District Clubs Pool League
Many thanks to the Basingstoke & District Clubs Pool League who raised £330.30 for the charity in recognition of the work carried out by Cardiac Rehab in support of one of their members
5th June 2010
Alton Beer Festival
The retiring collection from both the afternoon and evening sessions of the Alton Beer Festival was in aid of Cardiac Rehab and other charities will also benefit from the festival. The collections raised £475.69 for Cardiac Rehab. Many thanks to Peter and Ysanne Legge for organising the event. Click here for more details.
3rd June 2010
Assistant Shop Manager Vacancy at Cardiac Rehab Shop in Alton
Due to changes in staffing in the shop a vacancy has arisen for the Assistant Shop Manager in the Cardiac Rehab Charity Shop in Market Street, Alton. If you would be interested in the post please contact Tony Causton on 01420 544794 for a job description and application form or collect them from the shop at 25 Market Street, Alton. Applications close on 21st June 2010.
24th May 2010
Alton College BTEC Sports Students
Alton College BTEC sports students have donated £62.04 following a number of events at the college to raise funds. Many thanks to college staff and students for organising.
20th May 2010
Penningtons Solicitors
Many thanks to the Staff and Partners of Penningtons Solicitors who have donated £186.79 as a result of holding a dress down day for all staff members and following a request to their charity committee by a member of the firm.
18th May 2010
Basingstoke and North Hampshire NHS WOW Award
Many congratulations Sally Turner, Sandra Letford and Jo Prance of the Cardiac Rehab Centre for winning a WOW award for outstanding customer service for customer care from the Basingstoke and North Hampshire NHS Foundation Trust.
18th May 2010
Frensham Sponsored Ride
Many thanks to the Frensham Sponsored Ride charity for a magnificent donation of £500 to Cardiac Rehab.
13th May 2010
The Inner Wheel Club of Alton
Club members nominated Cardiac Rehab as one of the local charities that they support and donated £100 for which many thanks.
2010/11
Staywell Scheme Expands
The Staywell Scheme is designed for people at relatively high risk of suffering coronary heart disease and is expanding in 2010/11 to take on 150 new starters. Your GP can refer you onto the scheme, which operates out of the Cardiac Rehab Centre in Alton. For more information click here , ring us on 01420 544794 or come and visit us at the Centre to find out more.
12th May 2010
Bumper Book Sale
A bumper book sale with tea and cakes took place at the Cardiac Rehab Centre, Chawton Park Road, Alton (behind the Sports Centre) on Wednesday 12th May. Many thanks to the volunteers who manned the sale and teas and raised £300 for the charity.
6th May 2010
Hampshire Indoor Bowls Association
The Hampshire Indoor Bowls Association has donated £501.14 to the Charity. Cardiac Rehab was the 2009/10 Presidents chosen charity and funds were raised at eight home matches and the Presidents day during the last indoor bowling season. Many thanks to members and visitors who have shown great support.
26th April 2010
Fashion Presentation Evening
PS Lingerie in partnership with Eveology hosted a joint presentation of lingerie and an exclusive spring & summer fashion collection on Monday 26th April at PS Lingerie, 70 High Street, Alton in support of the Cardiac Rehab Charity. The event raised £310 for Cardiac Rehab and many thanks to Joan Mossop, Angela Davis and PS Lingerie for organising the evening.
10th April 2010
Alton Street Collection for Cardiac Rehab
£491.50 was donated at the street collection. Many thanks to everyone who donated and to all the collectors for giving up their time.
8th April 2010
BACR announces dates for 2011 courses at Cardiac Rehab Centre
The British Association for Cardiac Rehabilitation (BACR) has announced the dates and details of courses that it is running at the Cardiac Rehab Centre in addition to the dates already arranged for 2010. Courses provide principles of physical activity and exercise in the prevention and management of cardiovascular disease and more complex conditions. For the dates please click here.
1st April 2010
Weybrook Park Golf Club selects Cardiac Rehab as Charity for 2010/11 Season
The very exciting news is that Weybrook Park Club in Basingstoke has chosen Cardiac Rehab as their preferred charity for the 2010/11 season. This means that any funds raised at golf days and other occasions will be donated to Cardiac Rehab. Many thanks to the three captains for selecting our charity to be this year's choice. For information on Weybrook Park Golf Club click here.
23rd March 2010
Canadean Ltd Collection
Canadean Ltd have kindly collected £32.96 through their collection box at work. Many thanks to Brian Garforth for organising.
Monday 22nd March 2010
Spring Ladies Fashion Show and luncheon
A spring ladies fashion show and luncheon, with presentation from Optionelle who showcased their spring range, took place at the Alton Grange Hotel on Monday 22nd March 2010. It was a very successful event with 70 attendees which raised at least £360 for Cardiac Rehab. Very many thanks to Joan Mossop, Angela Davis and the Alton Grange Hotel for all their hard work in putting on the event.
21st March 2010
Cardiac Rehab Instructor running Reading Half Marathon
Jan Osborne successfully ran the Reading half marathon on behalf of Cardiac Rehab on Sunday 21st March 2010. You can still sponsor Jan and you add your name to the sponsor list in the Cardiac Rehab Centre or phone 01420 544794.
26th February 2010
Friends of Cardiac Rehab launched
110 people attended the 'Friends of Cardiac Rehab' launch at the Cardiac Rehab Centre in Alton on Friday 26th February. Presentations from current exercisers highlighted the benefits of the Centre and there were also presentations on fundraising and ideas for events for the future. A number of attendees volunteered to run events or be volunteers in addition to others signing up to donate via covenants. For a report of the evening click here. The Cardiac Rehab Centre depends upon fund-raising to continue its day to day service. A drive to increase our income is being launched for a number of reasons - the recession has made funds less easy to raise, we are taking on more Centre users and are planning for future growth of the Centre. If you would be interested in joining the Friends please contact the Centre.
From 1st April 2010
Changes to Pricing structure
From 1st April there will be an increase in the price of the induction and exercise sessions run in the Cardiac Rehab Centre. Induction will be £12.50 and classes £4.25 per session. Due to grant funding, for a year from 1st April 2010, there will be no charge for 150 new Staywell undergraduates for their induction and two sessions per week for ten weeks.
Spouses or partners will pay the normal charges. If you are interested in joining the Staywell scheme please contact your GP and drop into the Cardiac Rehab Centre to view the facilities. More details are given in the 'Our Exercise Programmes.
22nd February 2010
Changes to Exercise Sessions
From the week commencing 22nd February 2010 the Advanced class at 8.00am on a Friday morning will become an Independent Exercise session starting at 7.45am and finishing at 9.00am. The Independent exercise session on Saturday mornings will commence from 8.00am and continue to finish at 11.30am. diary date for 22nd March 2010.
19th February 2010
Alton Heart Support Club AGM
Peter Treacher reported on a busy and successful year for the club and Kevin Jones gave the Treasurer's report where there were no issues. Tony Fendall was elected Chairman with Sheila Goater as Vice Chairman. Joyce Fox stood down from the committee and Tony Fendall thanked Peter Treacher for his excellent year as Chairman and Joyce for several years contribution to the committee and as walks coordinator. A full programme of events is planned for 2010.
6th February 2010
Alton Beer Festival
Collections for the Charity were made at both the afternoon and evening sessions of the Alton Beer Festival and realised the grand sum of £633.29 to go towards the cost of running the Charity. Our thanks go to Peter and Ysanne Legge, the organisers of the festival, for allowing Cardiac Rehab to make the collections and also to the participants, at the festival, who contributed so generously on the day.
29th January 2010
New General Manager
Tony Causton has been appointed as Cardiac Rehab General Manager from 1st February 2010. Tony's background has been in working for large commercial companies and also in the last few years running his own consultancy business mainly in the Human Resources field. Tony will be based at the Cardiac Rehab centre in Alton and will be taking over the responsibilities of the previous General Manager - Graham Webb.
25th January 2010
Thermofisher Scientific has very kindly donated £200 to the Charity. This is the latest in a series of donations from the company, which we appreciate very much.
22nd January 2010
Two new classes due to increasing demand
Due to increasing demand from patients joining the Staywell Scheme we are starting two new one-hour exercise classes, at 9am on Mondays and Wednesdays.
7th January 2010
Excellent response to Staywell Scheme mailing programme
In the weeks before Christmas Cardiac Rehab mailed out details of its Staywell Scheme to about 600 patients of Alton Health Centre who suffer from diabetes or high blood pressure. This has resulted in 45 referrals to the Scheme, an excellent "hit rate" of 7.5%. The response proves that there is a demand in the community for exercise programmes for unfit and/or unwell people, particularly older people, in a welcoming and non-intimidating environment.
7th January 2010
Whitehill Masonic Lodge has donated £655 to the Charity, including £500 from the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Masonic Grand Charity (a fund set up to make donations to non-masonic organisations). Many thanks!
