The University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity is inviting the community to its Twilight Walk, a fundraising event taking place on Friday, May 15, in support of breast cancer patients and their families.
The event promises a vibrant evening of fundraising and community spirit, with participants encouraged to dress in neon, glitter, and fancy dress as they walk along Bournemouth seafront.
Sparkle, shine, support: Step into action for breast cancer patients at the Twilight Walk (Image: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity)
Aurelia Chliwna, public fundraising officer for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, said: “Every day at University Hospitals Dorset, our NHS colleagues witness the reality of breast cancer on our community in scans, clinics and recovery rooms.
“The Twilight Walk is our chance to show up in glitter, pink and neon to show patients and their loved ones they’re not alone.
“Every pound raised goes straight back into improving patient care and comfort.
“Join the Twilight Walk and help us build a brighter future for everyone affected by breast cancer in our community.”
The walk offers 3km, 5km, and 10km routes from Bournemouth towards Southbourne, all of which are accessible to people of most abilities and suitable for families and buggies.
Funds raised will support enhancements that go “above and beyond” standard NHS funding, directly benefiting breast cancer patients and their loved ones.
Past support has enabled the charity to purchase additional scanning equipment, provide specialised mastectomy bras, and fund extra training for breast cancer team staff.
This year’s Twilight Walk is sponsored by Barchester Healthcare and Lester Aldridge solicitors.
Michelle Venn, home services advisor at Barchester Healthcare’s Parley Place care home, said: “As a care home group, we care for people every day; and at Barchester, we are committed to caring beyond our walls.
“Sponsoring the Twilight Walk for a second year alongside University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity reflects our dedication and support to standing side by side with our community.
“Walking and sponsoring this event gives our team members and our residents a chance to honour those who have been affected by breast cancer and do our bit to show that they are not alone.”
Sparkle, shine, support: Step into action for breast cancer patients at the Twilight Walk (Image: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity)
Parisa Jones, partner at Lester Aldridge, said: “We are incredibly proud to support University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity’s Twilight Walk and the vital work it does for people affected by breast cancer across our local community.
“Events like this bring people together in such a positive and uplifting way while raising funds that make a real difference to patient care.”
To sign up for the Twilight Walk, visit the UHD charity website.
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