gerryan, Author at St. Vincent's Foundation

Kathleen Doherty’s 2016 Dublin Marathon fundraising for St. Anne’s Cancer Care

January 11, 2017 3:02 pm Leave a Comment

A big thank you to Kathleen Doherty from Buncrana, County Donegal who took part in the 2016 Dublin Marathon, fundraising for St. Anne’s/Oncology here in St. Vincent’s.

Kathleen raised the magnificent sum of €2,050, for which we are most grateful.

On behalf of our patients, thanks to all who generously supported Kathleen’s fundraising for St. Vincent’s.

Well done to Kathleen for completing this, her first marathon, in the great time of 4 hours 9 minutes.

Pictured below are Kathleen and her husband Seamus presenting her sponsorship proceeds to John Hickey, St. Vincent’s Foundation and Leo Ortiz, Clinical Nurse Manager, St. Anne’s Unit. Also photos taken on the day of the Marathon.

Golf Clubs support Breast Cancer Care in St. Vincent’s

December 23, 2016 11:51 am Leave a Comment

Stepaside Golf Club and The Wicklow Way Café in Marley Park Golf Club organised the sale of St. Vincent’s Christmas Cards to raise money for Breast Cancer services. Both were extremely successful raising a total of €595.

We would particularly like to thank Eugene Davis, Manager of Stepaside Golf Course and his team as well as Colin Keogh and his staff in Marley Park for this great result.

Eamonn & Mary Burke’s New Year’s Day Charity Swim for the Liver Unit

December 22, 2016 2:17 pm Leave a Comment

For nearly a decade, Eamonn & Mary Burke from Arklow, have marked New Year’s Day with a fundraising swim for the Liver Unit in St. Vincent’s University Hospital. The event has grown over the years, often braving tough weather conditions for a great cause.

To date this fantastic effort has raised over €34,000 for patient care in the Liver Unit. As well as the hard work and efforts of Eamonn and Mary and their family, the local support of friends and businesses has been a major contributor.

If you would like to take part or assist in this great event on January 1^st 2017 please contact Mary Burke on 087-9259504.

Alternatively you could donate to the event through the DONATE link here on the website: https://www.stvincentsfoundation.ie/donate/

Dublin Marathon fundraising for the Liver Unit

December 19, 2016 10:27 am Leave a Comment

In memory of Noel Duffy R.I.P., Kevin Nee, Aidan Moore, John Reidy and Brendan O’Hagan from County Galway took part in the Dublin Marathon 2016 to fundraise for the Liver Unit here in St. Vincent’s.

They raised the magnificent sum of €4,563.00 which is a tremendous contribution to this medical area.

We are really grateful to all who supported this fantastic fundraising initiative for the Liver Transplant Unit and congratulations to Kevin, Aidan, John and Brendan on such a great achievement.

Eamonn Bourke – Florence Marathon for the Liver Unit

December 12, 2016 3:36 pm Leave a Comment

Eamonn Bourke took part in the Florence Marathon, Italy on November 27^th to raise money for the Liver Transplant Unit in St. Vincent’s Hospital. Eamonn did this in memory of the late John Ring whose family and friends have been such great supporters.

Eamonn completed the event in 4 Hours 27 minutes and has raised €2,767.07 for this great cause.

The photos capture the action really well.

Well done Eamonn and sincere thanks on behalf of our patients.

Support St. Vincent’s – Buy our Christmas Cards

December 6, 2016 3:44 pm Leave a Comment

St. Vincent’s Christmas Cards are being sold this year for Palliative Care. We have some new bright designs this year

Card cost €5 for a pack of 10 and the price includes an entry in our Christmas Raffle for fabulous prizes.

The cards can be purchased:

In either of the two shops in SVUH; from the Administration Office in the Education & Research Centre, S.V.U.H.; from St. Vincent’s Private Hospital or contact the Foundation.

We would welcome your support for this important cause.

Hazel Brack – Pink Day – Breast Cancer fundraising

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Over many years, Hazel Brack has been one of the staunchest supporters in fundraising for Breast Cancer Care and Research in St. Vincent’s and this continued in 2016.

On Friday October 28^th last, Hazel organised throughout Dunne’s Stores Cornelscourt, a magnificent demonstration of pink and raised the fantastic sum of €3,276.93.

The store management and staff, as well as Hazel’s family were energetic in their support and we are truly grateful to them all.

To date, Hazel has raised in excess of €26,000 for this vital medical area.

Sincere thanks to all concerned.

Pictured below are Hazel (second on the left) together with her colleagues Linda and Gerry presenting the proceeds to John Hickey

Saranne Flaherty’s Transplant 5th Anniversary Party in aid of St. Vincent’s Hospital Liver Unit

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Saranne Flaherty from Claregalway, County Galway is a good news medical story.

She recently celebrated the 5^th Anniversary of her Liver Transplant and marked the occasion with a party for family and friends. Donations were made at the event to support the Liver Unit in St. Vincent’s and €1,050 was contributed in support of patients and patients.

The Flaherty family have already been terrific supporters of the Liver Unit, raising almost €5,000 previously and we are delighted with this further support.

Our best wishes goes to Saranne and her family.

Christmas Raffle for Palliative Care

November 29, 2016 10:12 am Leave a Comment

Our Christmas Raffle takes place on Wednesday 21^st December at 3.30pm at the Main Reception in St. Vincent’s University Hospital.

This year the raffle is for Palliative Care. Tickets are €2 a line or 3 lines for €5.

(There is a free raffle entry with every pack of Christmas Cards purchased).

See details below of the record number of fabulous prizes (which are on display at main reception in SVUH).

We are grateful to all the prize donors.

Raffle Tickets are available as follows:

From the Administration Office, Education & Research Centre
From the Main Reception Desk in the hospital
By telephoning the Foundation on 01-2215065

RAFFLE PRIZES

1^st Prize: L.G. 49” Smart T.V. (donated by Noonan)

2^nd Prize: Dolls House with furniture (donated by Gloria Winterlich)

3^rd Prize: Talbot Hotel Collection 2 Nights B&B Voucher (donated by The Talbot Hotel Stillorgan)

4^th Prize: 2 Nights B&B and an Evening meal for Two (donated by Tara Towers Hotel)

5^th Prize: Philips Wireless mini Hi-fi System (donated by Noonan)

6^th Prize: Voucher for Two Night stay in Harbour Mill Apts. Westport (donated by The Harbour Mill Westport)

7^th Prize: Breville Food Processor (donated by Gowan Group)

8^th Prize: Hamper (donated by Home Instead Senior Care)

9^th Prize: Hamper (donated by TESCO, Merrion Shopping Centre)

10^th Prize: Breville Food Processor (donated by Gowan Group)

11^th Prize: Philips Power Steam Iron (donated by Goodbodys)

12^th Prize: Bissel Vacumn Cleaner (donated by Goodbodys)

13^th Prize: Dinner for Two at Bianconi’s including a Bottle of Wine (donated by Bianconi’s Bistro, Merrion Road)

14^th Prize: Dinner for Two at The Merrion Inn (donated by The Merrion Inn)

15^th Prize: Jewellery(donated by Remané Jewellers, Merrion Shopping Centre)

16^th Prize: Baby Doll in Swinging Cradle (donated by Gloria Winterlich)

17^th Prize: Car Safety Pack (donated by Johnson & Staunton Toyota, Greystones)

18^th Prize: Handmade Church (donated by Gloria Winterlich)

19^th Prize: Prize: Mantlepiece Candle Runner (donated by Gloria Winterlich)

20^th Prize: Cosmetic Hamper (donated by Tony Walsh’s Allcare Pharmacy, Merrion Shopping Centre)

21^st Prize: Child’s off-road car (anonymously donated)

22^nd Prize: Car Safety Pack (donated by Johnson & Staunton Toyota, Greystones)

23^rd Prize: Book Art – Carol Singer Doll (donated by Gloria Winterlich)

24^th Prize: Hamper (donated by KSG)

25^th Prize: Newbridge Silver Corkscrew & Winestopper set (anonymously donated)

26^th Prize: Nine West Perfume set (anonymously donated)

27^th Prize: Car Safety Pack (donated by Johnson & Staunton Toyota, Greystones)

28^th Prize: Room Diffuser (donated by www.islandliving.ie Merrion)

29^th Prize: Carvery Lunch for Two (donated by Tara Towers Hotel)

30^th Prize: Car Safety Pack (donated by Johnson & Staunton Toyota, Greystones)

31^st Prize: Carvery Lunch for Two (donated by Tara Towers Hotel)

32^nd Prize: Man’s shirt, tie, cufflinks and handkerchief set (anonymously donated)

33^rd Prize: Table centrepiece (donated by Gloria Winterlich)

34^th Prize: Christmas Cake (anonymously donated)

35^th Prize: Basket of handmade Tree decorations (donated by Gloria Winterlich)

36^th Prize: Large Box of Chocolates (anonymously donated)

37^th Prize: Kiddies (Hello Kitty) Artist Pack (anonymously donated)

Coffee Morning in memory of Margaret McKeon

November 21, 2016 3:31 pm Leave a Comment

In memory of her dear friend Margaret McKeon R.I.P., Carmel Quinn from Booterstown organised a Coffee Morning to raise funds for Pancreatic Cancer care and research here in St. Vincent’s.

Supported by family, friends and neighbours, Carmel raised the superb sum of €2,470.00 for this vital area of medical care.

As Margaret’s first anniversary approaches, our sympathy is with her husband A.J. and family.

Our sincere thanks to all for this wonderful contribution.

Pictured below are Carmel Quinn and A.J. McKeon presenting proceeds to St. Vincent’s Foundation

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