I have finally had confirmation that Swimming After Surgery (SAS) will be having a PINK POOL NIGHT on Saturday 28th January at 7.30 pm to help raise funds for this worthwhile project.
There will be a raffle as well as other fund raising ideas which include paying forfeits for those who don't want to wear PINK.
The swimming pool will be dyed pink and the dye disperses naturally through the filtration system of the pool.
I know this from a previous experience in a pool dyed pink. It is not harmful at all.
I am now busy preparing posters and tickets etc.
Best wishes
Fee
Friday, 30 September 2011
Wednesday, 21 September 2011
Swimming After Surgery (SAS)
Finally after a long time and a lot of patience things are beginning to take off.
Numbers are increasing slowly but surely for this project and I am thrilled with what the project has managed to do so far.
Not only does it help women in the water feel better but it also gives them confidence so that they can go out and do things they didn't they ever would again when they had surgery.
One lady is back driving and now volunteers in the community.
The other benefits are amazing. Socialising and feeling alive again is one of the major benefits of the project.
I am so pleased I had the idea and got on with it.
Now all I have to do is keep the project running with my wonderful helpful committee.
Swimming After Surgery (SAS) sessions are held on Wednesday evenings from 6.30 - 7.30pm at Short Wood Primary School Pool in Wellington for ladies who have had breast cancer surgery.
If anyone wishes to find out further information or book a place then please feel free to call 01952 371941.
Best wishes
Fee
Numbers are increasing slowly but surely for this project and I am thrilled with what the project has managed to do so far.
Not only does it help women in the water feel better but it also gives them confidence so that they can go out and do things they didn't they ever would again when they had surgery.
One lady is back driving and now volunteers in the community.
The other benefits are amazing. Socialising and feeling alive again is one of the major benefits of the project.
I am so pleased I had the idea and got on with it.
Now all I have to do is keep the project running with my wonderful helpful committee.
Swimming After Surgery (SAS) sessions are held on Wednesday evenings from 6.30 - 7.30pm at Short Wood Primary School Pool in Wellington for ladies who have had breast cancer surgery.
If anyone wishes to find out further information or book a place then please feel free to call 01952 371941.
Best wishes
Fee
Wednesday, 20 July 2011
Active Lifestyle Awards Oakengates
Last night I attended the Active Lifestyle Awards at Oakengates Theatre.
I wasn't there to obtain an award I had been invited by a fellow volunteer of Ican2. I have never been to an evening like it.
It was an amazing evening with so many wonderful inspiring stories of young people.
There were stories of various people who give up their time to help others voluntarily.
After the award ceremony I met Eric Smith from BBC Radio Shropshire. What a lovely man. He was really interested in everyone and made mental notes of who everyone was and what stories they had to tell.
I also met up with some old contacts who helped me in 2008 and I hadn't seen since as well as some new faces.
It was a wonderful evening and one I will never ever forget.
Best wishes to everyone.
I wasn't there to obtain an award I had been invited by a fellow volunteer of Ican2. I have never been to an evening like it.
It was an amazing evening with so many wonderful inspiring stories of young people.
There were stories of various people who give up their time to help others voluntarily.
After the award ceremony I met Eric Smith from BBC Radio Shropshire. What a lovely man. He was really interested in everyone and made mental notes of who everyone was and what stories they had to tell.
I also met up with some old contacts who helped me in 2008 and I hadn't seen since as well as some new faces.
It was a wonderful evening and one I will never ever forget.
Best wishes to everyone.
Wednesday, 22 June 2011
Swimming After Surgery (SAS)
Swimming After Surgery (SAS) sessions are held at Short Wood Primary School Pool, Limekiln Lane, Wellington TF1 2JA AT 6.30 - 7.30 pm on Wednesday evenings.
These sessions are currently aime at ladies recovery from breast cancer surgery.
If you know of anyone who may be interested in attending these sessions or want further information then please telephone 01952 371941 for further information or to book a place.
Best wishes
Fee
These sessions are currently aime at ladies recovery from breast cancer surgery.
If you know of anyone who may be interested in attending these sessions or want further information then please telephone 01952 371941 for further information or to book a place.
Best wishes
Fee
Good News at last
Having attempted to complete my first ever funding application form in time for a deadline in March 2011 and successfully submitting it and posting further information off as it was required I waited with baited breath.
Last week I received good news in that a cheque arrived for the full amount I had requested in my funding bid. This means that Swimming After Surgery (SAS) will continue for 12 months thanks to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Also the Lions Club of Ironbridge and Severn Gorge and Rotary of Wellington have kept the project going while waiting for funding from Macmillan Cancer Support.
I now have other fundraising ideas up my sleeve including dying a swimming pool pink and having a pink pool night for everyone. This will be done to coincide with the re-opening of Wellington swimming pool and I can't wait.
More hard work ahead but so rewarding.
FREE swimming sessions/lessons for 12 weeks for ladies who have had breast cancer surgery whether it be lumpectomies or a mastectomy it doesn't matter. Just getting a lady back in the water following surgery so that they can build their confidence is what the project is all about.
It also doesn't matter if a lady can't attend consecutive weeks they will still get their full 12 weeks of sessions.
For further information please telephone 01952 371941 (there is an answerphone - if you do get this please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I possibly can).
Best wishes to you all.
Last week I received good news in that a cheque arrived for the full amount I had requested in my funding bid. This means that Swimming After Surgery (SAS) will continue for 12 months thanks to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Also the Lions Club of Ironbridge and Severn Gorge and Rotary of Wellington have kept the project going while waiting for funding from Macmillan Cancer Support.
I now have other fundraising ideas up my sleeve including dying a swimming pool pink and having a pink pool night for everyone. This will be done to coincide with the re-opening of Wellington swimming pool and I can't wait.
More hard work ahead but so rewarding.
FREE swimming sessions/lessons for 12 weeks for ladies who have had breast cancer surgery whether it be lumpectomies or a mastectomy it doesn't matter. Just getting a lady back in the water following surgery so that they can build their confidence is what the project is all about.
It also doesn't matter if a lady can't attend consecutive weeks they will still get their full 12 weeks of sessions.
For further information please telephone 01952 371941 (there is an answerphone - if you do get this please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I possibly can).
Best wishes to you all.
Saturday, 14 May 2011
The Big Splash Continued
Here is a link to the BBC Big Splash http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/swimming/13364090.stm
There are so many swim heroes I was amazed to hear their stories of courage and bravery.
It was a lovely evening and one I will never forget.
Best wishes
Fee
There are so many swim heroes I was amazed to hear their stories of courage and bravery.
It was a lovely evening and one I will never forget.
Best wishes
Fee
Friday, 13 May 2011
The Big Splash
I made a big splash in London yesterday.
I am still pinching myself. I can't believe that I got a trophy for what I do to help others. I do it because I want to and the project Swimming After Surgery (SAS) was something that was badly needed. It is a stepping stone between hospital treatment and public swimming to enable patients to gain their confidence to be able to move on with their swimming and with their lives.
Travelling to London yesterday by car was nerve racking and I was having to take deep breaths to get through it.
My husband and I arrived early at the House of Commons a place I have never visited in my life before.
The taxi driver who took us to the House of Commons was kind and very generous to us. He ensured we got to where we wanted to go and dropped us as near as he could to save us struggling with the wheelchair. He directed us to three policeman who would help us gain entry.
I was really nervous and really early. They were concerned as to why we had arrived so early but I explained that we had travelled from Telford and that we were unsure as to how long it would take to get through the traffic and security.
They gave us a pass for the Public Gallery (this is Free).
I was in my element listening to the speeches as it was about Fishing Law. Something I used to work in as a legal secretary. I was amazed listening to the lady MP from S.E. Cornwall (I was born in Cornwall) so this made my afternoon.
We then left the public gallery and headed down to the lobby. I ended up people watching.
As soon as Mark Foster arrived I knew it was the right time to go to the security staff and head to where the reception was going to be.
Little did I know how overwhelmed I would feel. The building is very large and impressive.
When we arrived at the reception I spoke to Mark Foster who is very down to earth.
Myself and the other Swim Heros met outside. There were some amazing stories and these have certainly stuck with me. Many of them were humbling.
When I was called forward for my award I got a bit emotional but managed to keep it in check just to get through it.
The award is not for me but for what I do with Swimming After Surgery (SAS). To gain recognition so quickly for it has meant so very much.
To find out more click this link http://www.bbc.co.uk/sportrelief/bigsplash/
I really enjoy my swimming life and hope that othes will find satisfaction in their swimming.
Best wishes
Fee
I am still pinching myself. I can't believe that I got a trophy for what I do to help others. I do it because I want to and the project Swimming After Surgery (SAS) was something that was badly needed. It is a stepping stone between hospital treatment and public swimming to enable patients to gain their confidence to be able to move on with their swimming and with their lives.
Travelling to London yesterday by car was nerve racking and I was having to take deep breaths to get through it.
My husband and I arrived early at the House of Commons a place I have never visited in my life before.
The taxi driver who took us to the House of Commons was kind and very generous to us. He ensured we got to where we wanted to go and dropped us as near as he could to save us struggling with the wheelchair. He directed us to three policeman who would help us gain entry.
I was really nervous and really early. They were concerned as to why we had arrived so early but I explained that we had travelled from Telford and that we were unsure as to how long it would take to get through the traffic and security.
They gave us a pass for the Public Gallery (this is Free).
I was in my element listening to the speeches as it was about Fishing Law. Something I used to work in as a legal secretary. I was amazed listening to the lady MP from S.E. Cornwall (I was born in Cornwall) so this made my afternoon.
We then left the public gallery and headed down to the lobby. I ended up people watching.
As soon as Mark Foster arrived I knew it was the right time to go to the security staff and head to where the reception was going to be.
Little did I know how overwhelmed I would feel. The building is very large and impressive.
When we arrived at the reception I spoke to Mark Foster who is very down to earth.
Myself and the other Swim Heros met outside. There were some amazing stories and these have certainly stuck with me. Many of them were humbling.
When I was called forward for my award I got a bit emotional but managed to keep it in check just to get through it.
The award is not for me but for what I do with Swimming After Surgery (SAS). To gain recognition so quickly for it has meant so very much.
To find out more click this link http://www.bbc.co.uk/sportrelief/bigsplash/
I really enjoy my swimming life and hope that othes will find satisfaction in their swimming.
Best wishes
Fee
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