Melissa McComas, from Eccleston, Merseyside, was three years old when she was diagnosed with Angelman Syndrome, which is a genetic condition that affects the nervous system, causing severe physical and learning difficulties. As a result of the condition, Melissa suffers from epilepsy, has mobility problems, limited motor skills and the lack of a spoken voice. … Continued
From a business hosting a sponsored walk in Keswick to a couple opening their beautiful garden to the public, we’ve seen a wide range of ways that our supporters have fundraised for us. Here’s a closer look at what our fundraising heroes have been up to in June… Fancy a cuppa? Amidst all the busyness … Continued
Ian McCrickard, 51, and his sons Jack McCrickard, 14, and Harry, 11, were at the centre of a major emergency response following the road traffic collision on the A5086 near Deanscales in October 2018. Ian was trapped in the car for an hour and 45 minutes, and his son Jack also needed to be released … Continued
They first selected GNAAS as one of their chosen charity partners last year and ran an exclusive charity evening where they auctioned off items to their customers, with the proceeds going to us. They also kindly provided an auction prize for our charity ball. The family run business is located at J35 of the M6 … Continued
Laura-Jane Matthews (known as L-J), 37, from Kings Meaburn and Gaby Marks, 28, from Penrith, are hiking a 90k circular route with a total elevation of nearly 6,500 metres. They will be covering 48 peaks including Helvellyn, Fairfield, Great Gable, Scafell and the Langdales, and aim to complete the route in 48 hours. The friends, … Continued
To mark World Blood Donor Day, we’re shining the spotlight on Blood Bikes Cumbria and Northumbria Blood Bikes who deliver our blood products every single day. What do Blood Bikes do? Blood Bikes Cumbria and Northumbria Blood Bikes are charitable organisations that transport blood, plasma, platelets, samples, vaccines and other urgently required medical items to … Continued
An Appleby-based national mortgage advisory, which specialises in supporting blue light workers and members of the armed forces alongside members of the public, has given the Great North Air Ambulance Service an initial boost of nearly £10,000 as it commits to support the charity. Patrick James Solutions has pledged to regularly fundraise for the Great … Continued
Jack Godwin, 18, and his friend Ben Davies, 17, were returning home from a day out in Barnard Castle when the car they were in crashed into a tree on the B6282 in Eggleston, County Durham. Several emergency vehicles from the North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) and two helicopters from the Great North Air Ambulance … Continued
During a practice session at TT 2023, local resident David McAllister was working in Glen Vine when he suffered a cardiac arrest. Thankfully, his quick-thinking colleague, Paul Whitehead, began CPR while they waited for medical services to arrive. Jamie Walsh, a critical care paramedic at GNAAS, was in the Isle of Man supporting healthcare services … Continued
We have a network of thousands of boxes across the region and we’re always on the lookout for people to help service these boxes in their local area. The role of a collection boxes volunteer is very flexible and can be carried out at a time that suits you. Whether you volunteer three hours per … Continued
