Hovertravel was delighted to welcome senior representatives from Dementia UK to the Isle of Wight recently, as part of a special visit focused on raising awareness and supporting local fundraising efforts.
A high-profile delegation comes to the Island
The delegation included CEO Hilda Hayo and Chair of Trustees Professor David Croisdale-Appleby, alongside Lady Sally Grylls, Jade Dyer, and a small group of Dementia UK supporters.
Charity dinner raises funds for Admiral Nurses
During the visit, Hilda Hayo was presented with a cheque by Arun and Jessy Gulati, following funds raised at a recent Indian-themed charity dinner held in Wootton.
The donation will directly support Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurse service on the Isle of Wight, which provides specialist support to families affected by dementia.
Dementia and end-of-life care discussed at Bembridge
Following the reception, a Q&A session on dementia and end-of-life care was hosted by Conservative MP for Isle of Wight East, Joe Robertson, at Bembridge Sailing Club, offering valuable insights and discussion for attendees.
Hovertravel’s ongoing commitment to the cause
Hovertravel is a long-standing supporter of Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses and continues to champion initiatives that raise both awareness and funds.
As part of this commitment, Hovertravel has introduced a special “Hover & Walk” event as part of this year’s Isle of Wight Walking Festival.
Lale: An incredible show of local support
Loretta Lale, Head of Marketing at Hovertravel, said,
“Welcoming Dementia UK to the Isle of Wight was a privilege for our team, and it was incredibly moving to see the strength of local support for such an important cause. The work of Admiral Nurses makes a real difference to families facing dementia, and we are proud to play a part in raising both awareness and vital funds. We hope our Hover & Walk event encourages even more people to get involved and show their support.”
Join the free Hover & Walk on 9th May
Taking place on 9th May, the Hover & Walk is free to join, with participants encouraged to fundraise in support of Dementia UK.
To sign up and find out more, visit the website.
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