HHHO latest News April 2021

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS Hello and welcome...... Georgie Moseley Harry's Mom & Founder TO OUR NEW 6 MONTHLY UPDATE ON ALL THATS BEEN HAPPENING WITHIN HHHO SEE THE IMPACT OUR SUPPORTERS HAVE MADE IN THESE AREAS.... Client Impact & Events Ways To Stories Support As we appear to be slowly I think everyones life has turned to through our HelpCURE, coming out of what can only be all things digital including social HelpCOPE and HelpCARE described as a challenging year media and zoom for both personal objectives. that has impacted on us all and professional meet ups. Whilst We hope this communication across the world, we wanted to its been a godsend to us all, I will give an update on all the update you on all thats been cannot wait to have that real change and impact we have happening within HHHO. interaction with people and do had in the last 6 months and Whilst both the physical what we do in the best and most hope that we can count on your presence at the Drop In Cancer effective way we know and our continued support as we centre and also our events have clients and supporters are continue through another been very quiet, our small team accustomed too. difficult year supporting those have been really busy all be it in We know that its going to take affected by cancer who clearly different ways. sometime before a sense of need our support. Do remember Everyone has had to adapt to normality resumes - whatever that that your support is valued and the situation and its been a year looks like, however, myself and all that we do is thanks to of reacting and adapting to the rest of the trustees know that amazing people like you that change. We now embrace the whilst it will probably incur even believe in our vision and help it steps forwards and look more change, we are totally make it a reality. You are the forward to getting back in committed to the cancer ones that make this happen. control and managing the community and will do whatever change. it takes to put their needs first WWW.HHHO.ORG.UK

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS update - funding vital research A few years ago we gave a large donation which funded Phd Student Jan Novak. Jan has recently been in touch to make us aware he has now produced a paper on his research project he worked on via HHHO, and more importantly that children may now have to undergo less invasive treatment due to a new type of imaging software that has been developed and trialed. ‘Diffusion weighted imaging and machine learning’ software can potentially help distinguish, in a non-invasive way, between three different types of pediatric tumours in the posterior fossa, the area of the brain where tumours are most commonly found in children. Once rolled into hospitals, it means that childhood brain tumours can be characterised and classified more efficiently, which in turn mean treatments can be pursued in a quicker manner with favourable outcomes for children suffering from disease. This could eliminate a biopsy of the tumour which involves surgery through the brain to get to the tumour and also mean a much quicker full diagnosis for parents who are as you can imagine desperate to find out what lies ahead in terms of treatment for their child. If you would like to have a read of Jan's piece please follow the link below: https://www.news-medical.net/news/20210215/Pediatric-brain- tumors- can-be-classified-using-diffusion-weighted- imaging-and- machine-learning.aspx HHHO donate to Brain Tumour Research team in Bham In December HHHO donated a further £9,000 to the brain tumour research laboratory at The University of Birmingham bringing our total giving to research into brain tumours at £217,000. Whilst it has been a difficult year in general for HHHO and also with us not being able to hold our annual charity ball, we were still committed and delighted to support the vital work of Professor Peet and his team. Jans work listed above is a clear example of the impact and importance of our support which is clearly returning positive outcomes. WWW.HHHO.ORG.UK

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS - giving grants to families suffering financial hardship £500 £750 grant grant from Lark & Larks HHHO HelpCOPE gives grant to family having to live in Ronald McDonald House for 6 months Bio Bidet purchased in collaboration with our When a families daughter relapsed from cancer friends at Lark&Larks who paid 50% towards in 2019 their world fell apart and still to this day a toilet seat that washes, dries & sanotises..... ask why? as if going through it once wasn't Our client has cancer of the vulva which has enough! now spread to the bowel. Already permanently Now having to be in Bham to undergo treatment catheterised and needing repeated surgeries they are staying at Ronald McDonald house for 6 every 6-9 months to remove lesions down months. With Dad working self employed below she is currently awaiting bowel surgery meaning no work = no income & having used all which was scheduled for November. This sadly their savings to date on quick meals and drinks was cancelled due to Covid-19. With scarring etc they were introduced to HHHO to see how we below from a minimum of 12 surgeries to date can help. and now being on strong laxatives to make her With both parents doing alternating shifts by bowel work, she is in a lot of pain and their daughter's bedside whilst the other looks discomfort especially when visiting the toilet after a young baby and another sibling, not only where wiping brings on agonising pain. is it a terrible time for them emotionally and The bio bidet allows her to not fear going to physically but also its put them into financial the toilet and with temperature and pressure hardship. They still have all their usual household controls which she can adjust, it helps make bills but living home from home is proving her as comfortable as she can be until she expensive. HHHO have stepped in and granted undergoes surgery. £500 in food vouchers to take a little pressure away so they can focus on their daughter. Now £700 we are aware of the families situation we are in continual contact to help support their needs as grant from they change. HHHO £184 “Thank you for the amazing service you provide, our family would not have got through grant these past few months without your help. Thank HHHO provide exercise bike to gent living you from the bottom of our hearts” alone in a flat without a garden. Recovering Cancer patient testimonial from treatment for prostate cancer. Due to the current climate and having to shield the bike enables him to try and slowly rebuild his strength in the safety of his own his flat. WWW.HHHO.ORG.UK

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS - supporting cancer patients & their families from our Drop In Cancer Support Centre Emotional support Counselling Benefits Advice Debt & Financial advice Housing Advice Shopping Service Welfare Calls Online Workshops Covid-19 has certainly bought on lots of change, especially for those most vulnerable and affected by cancer. Throughout the pandemic our Core services above have remained operational and we have created and adapted other services based on the feedback and needs identified by clients. Your support helped this happen:- HHHO creates Based on the feedback we received from clients both during and online workshops to after the first lockdown we took all on board & during the 2nd and support 3rd lockdown we created and delivered a range of online clients through workshops in association with Hope Psychological services to help Covid-19 clients around anxiety. Topics included: fear, loss, feeling low, worrying thoughts, Impact & managing change, adapting & embracing change. 80 individuals have embraced these workshops. We also offered these foc to our supporters too. Outbound Throughout the pandemic we also introduced outbound welfare Welfare Calls calls to clients. This helped identify those living alone, shielding and also struggling. Supporting over 800 families our calls New: reminded them we are operational and also gives them chance to Step Forwards Service raise any worries concerns they have so we can address. HHHO employs its This has been created to help clients move forwards. Some own Adult & Youth patients / carers when finishing treatment or support like Counsellor counselling often over time depend on that service.When there is change like finishing treatment / counselling they often feel a little 'lost' or alone and feel like their comfort blanket or safe space that reassures them has been taken away. Some struggle to know where to start to rebuild their lives and need support in a different way. Our Step Forwards service provides 1-1 coaching & mentoring. It also gives HHHO a chance to intervene should they need support in other areas. January saw our longstanding Adult & Youth Counsellor Tracy Spickernell officially join HHHO as an employee. Having worked with Tracy for 2 years via Hope Psychological services she has proved an asset to HHHO. Tracy is hands on with adults and young people and also undertakes all assessments and co-ordinates our team of listeners and counsellors where we support over 60 people each week. We are delighted to make her an official part of our team. Flexible support for all Even though restrictions are easing (for the third time) its until 2nd vaccinations understandable that those affected by cancer are reluctanct to reach received out for 1-1 face to face support as the pandemic has created fear amongst cancer patients. Part of our ethos is to provide support based around an individuals needs & that is why until 2nd vaccinations have been received HHHO are happy to continue supporting clients via phone / zoom if they prefer. Georgie, Tracy and Kelly are back at the centre to see those confident in reaching out but we will always put our clients needs first. We hope to phase out the remote support when all have received 2nd vaccinations

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS A BIT OF A FRESHEN UP Georgies pink hat comes out to play... TIME4TEENS GET THEIR OWN ROOM With more and more young people receiving support from HHHO and the running of our weekly Time 4 Teen afterschool sessions - we thought it was about time they had their own bright space. Our friends at TC Cars sponsored the room to enable us really make a comfortable space for our young ones. 1-1 support is being delivered to little ones from this room and we look forward to group activities starting again in due course. PEACE OF MIND ROOM MADE MORE INVITING Due to an increase in demand for emotional support / counselling and also our new Step Forwards service, we have decided to make our Peace of Mind room a more inviting and calming space. Originally equipped with a desk, pc and office chairs as most conversations were around money, it can now cater for sensitive appointments offering both financial and listening services. This was made possible thanks to DRS Ltd who have kindly donated £1000 to buy the paint and furniture. WE LOVE IT WHEN CLIENTS LEAVE THEIR MARK AT THE CENTRE.... ...but when marks start appearing on the walls we know its time to get the paintbrushes out. Clients preferring to have support remotely at the moment has given Georgie & Kelly the opportunity to have a deep clean of the centre, a good old declutter and freshen it up ready for the return of visitors to the centre. What therapy a skip and a paintbrush provides! The initial plan was to do a small area of our hallway however, Georgie just kept going to ensure the hallway was fresh and bright again. The centre has been sanitised and is a clean, safe space ready for the return of our clients.

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS - supporting cancer patients & their families from our Drop In Cancer Support Centre Emotional support Counselling Benefits Advice Debt & Financial advice Housing Advice Shopping Service Welfare Calls Online Workshops Client Impact & Stories AS WELL AS THE SUPPORT GIVEN THROUGH HELPCURE AND HELPCOPE, OUR HELPCARE (THE CENTRES SERVICES WHICH SUPPORTS OVER 800 FAMILIES) SINCE NOVEMBER HAS SUPPORTED/GIVEN............. 530 127 6 311 4 Counselling hours welfare Online Workshops Phone Clients already 31 9 hours given calls across designed & delivered Appointments started our NEW Step New Clients 592 people supporting 80 188 Forwards Clients Individuals Service 9sadly lost Zoom Support Appointments clients passed away Young & Resilient Remote Counselling Support for The proves a success for whole family One of our young clients has students missed most of their primary school years due to grueling A year ago, two students reached A mom with cancer turned to cancer treatments and surgeries. As well as missing out out to HHHO for support. Both were HHHO for support for her young on education and interaction with others their own age, they diagnosed with cancer during their child when they displayed then started secondary school in the middle of a pandemic, University studies.Both had to behavioural and attachment issues meaning more isolation at the exact moment they were ready suspend their courses in order to due to struggling with mom’s to engage with life again.Cancer can derail the have surgery and ongoing diagnosis.The mom also accessed young in significant ways, and we’re so glad HHHO can be here treatment. Both struggled to find counselling herself. Using play and to offer support through all the changes and whatever they emotional support as the first creative tools her child came on so face. lockdowEnvehnittahnodugfahcree-sttor-ifcatcioens are easwinegll(ftohratthseutphpirodrttiwmaes) eitnsded until counselluinngdearcsrtoasnsdtahbelentahtaiotnthsohsuet affecmteodmbybceacnacmeer atreermreilnuacltaanncdtltaoterreach down. HoHuHt Ofocr o1u-1nfsaeclelotros fqauciecksulypport aspathsseepdaanwdeamy. icNhoaws HcrHeHatOedsufpeaprorts added toamthoenigr sttraciannincgerinpaotridenetrst.oPart ofnoout rjuestthothseiscthoilpdrobvuitdheesruapupnotrite offer thebraaspeydoanrloinuendmaenaninindgivitdhueasles neetdoso&asthtahteisfawmhiylyucnotmil 2ens dto terms two studveancctsincaotuioldnsbheasvuepbpeoernterdeceivedwHitHhHtOheairrelohsasp. pEyveton cthonotuignhuenot all when thseuypnpeoerdtiendg ictlimenotsst.vBiaopthhone / zotohme fiafmthileyy aprreelfoerc.aGl,etohregyie’v,eTraasckyedand studentsKehlalyvearceombaeckonatsothme ucecnhtre to seHeHtHhOosfeocrosnufpidpeonrtt binerceaaucsheinthgeoirut they arebnuotwwpe rwepillaarilnwgatyos preuttuornurtoclientlsovneededosnfeirwsta. sWkenhoowpnettoo apnhdase out their stutdhieesr.emote support when all havseuprepcoeritveedd b2yndusv.accinations

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS EVENTS MUDNIFICENT7 - 7TH AUGUST 2021 Its been a whirlwind year but not for the right reasons when it comes to events and fundraising. With most events cancelled including 2 annual charity balls and our golf day 2020 we resorted to all things remote in the community. Here is just a couple of our favourite events we come up with.......... Our #StandByYouChallenge running 10/8/2020 - If 2020 has been too serious for you and you are looking 8/10/2020 saw lots of you take on daily fitness for a way to embrace the new found freedom and challenges involving the number 8 or 10 which are outdoors whilst unleashing that inner kid in you then significant numbers in the dates above. A Whopping why not join in MUD7? - a muddy obstacle course £7,482.00 was rasied which really helped during suitable for all abilities and fitness levels. 2020. A huge thanks to all who took part. Walk it, run it - but most important giggle through it! Whether you sign up as an individual or with friends or Early 2021 we launched #Challenge21 in family it is a great few hours of fun and laughter. collaboration with our friends at free@last. The Also, if you are one of our supporting businesses its great event was to commemorate what would be Harrys for team building. Places are free as long as you pledge to 21st Birthday and as it was also free@last's 21st raise a minimum of £100 for HHHO. For an info pack Birthday this year it made sense to team up. Lots of email [email protected] people took on 21 days of challenges or something with number 21 in.. An incredible £15,821 was raised HHHO GOLF DAY which has been split between both charitiies. 21 July 2021 HHHO CHARITY BALL Forest Of Arden Hotel & Country Club We have received lots of enquiries about our annual We are delighted that our first face to face outdoor event charity ball. Sadly we had to postpone this in 2020 just has been scheduled for 2021. Boy how we have missed 5 days before it was due to take place. our own events and also attending those of our wonderful Whilst we would of loved to have been able to deliver supporters that create events for our cause. this during 2021 we feel its too soon to plan any large indoor event at the moment however, we are hopeful We already have 12 teams signed up so if you fancy that - should the restrictions stay lifted and once we helping us Tee off when restrictions ease then we would understand what the new normal looks like we will be love you to join us. in a position later in the year to set a date for 2022. As soon as the planning commences and we have a date £600 for a four ball, with bacon rolls on arrival and this we will email all our supporters. year we are doing it with a difference - no formal meal after just a beer and a BBQ in the marquee - or even better outside the marquee. Interested then do email [email protected] We are also looking for sponsors for the goodie bags and the beers so if you are interested then please do get in touch! #StandByYouChallenge21 Have you got what it takes to take on a challenge of your choice from 10/8/2021 - 8/10/2021? Choose to do something based on your time and availability - right where you live! Undertake either 10,800 steps a day for the duration or choose to do either 108 miles or 810 miles between the from and to dates. you can walk, run, cycle or do whatever takes your fancy. For details email [email protected] Not your bag? see overleaf other ways you can support without it costing you any more money...............

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS So many incredible people took part in We have been so blessed by some incredible supporters during the #Challenge21. We had young Henry Quance and last 6 months. Even through unprecedented times we have his friend Freddie running a staggering 10k received donations from the above. Some have had great results every day for 21 days and also amazing Lila and made donations to our cause like our new supporter above just 6 years old who committed to take on Clockwork who surpised us with a £5ooo donation Xmas followed couch - 5k. Setting herself a goal of £500 - she by a further £2500 recently. Some like DavidWilson Homes, not only smashed the money target but also her Brewin Dolphin and Secure Trust, Coversure have got involved in achievement in running 5k without stopping. We our virtual events or created their own. Others like our friends at are overwhelmed by everyone's support but Open Study college have contributed each quarter from bracelets really blown away by all the youngsters made in their logo colours that go out to new students. dedication. Well done Lila, Henry & Freddie! Whatever your effort, amount raised/donated - know how much of a difference you make, especially through such a difficult time for charities. Upcoming Supporter events Special thanks to our friends 17th May 2021 at C&C Flooring who Simon Howell takes on 100 hole golf challenge reached out to their clients & suppliers with the launch of Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club #KeepHHHOGrounded, a campaign to receive 15-19th June donations to help towards Ramesh Parmar takes on 20 rounds of golf over 4 rent at our Drop In Cancer Support Centre. So far we days. Details coming soon. have received £8,632 towards C&C and their 23-24th July contacts pledges of over Solihull Summerfest. Whilst the event is not in aid £13,000. Huge thanks to all of HHHO, we are delighted to be having a stall for who kindly donated to help. the weekend and will be offering Harrys famous bracelets and face painting too LIKE ANY OF US NEED AN EXCUSE FOR A PARTY RIGHT? As a small charity we dont have a fundraising team - just Georgie and with a year of events cancelled we haven't been able to make the new contacts which often generates interest and support for our cause. Now that the clouds are lifting and better days are heading our way would you be able to organise your own sponsored event or fundraiser? Perhaps you want to get fit and could set yourself a challenge. Everyone could do with a party right now so how about a gathering when restrictions ease in aid of HHHO? perhaps a charity BBQ, Themed garden party? We'd love to hear from you if you have the time . Here are some A-Z ideas on what you could do either yourself or with friends, family or work colleagues.... A Abseil, Auction, Arm Wrestle . I Its A Knock Out, Ice-skateathon Q Quiz Night, Question Time Y Yorkshire Peaks Arts & Crafts Evening, Afternoon Tea J Jazz Night, Jazzy Jumper Day, Challenge, Yoga in B BBQ, Bungee Jump, Birthday Jeans At Work, Jumble Sale, Race Night, Running Event, Raffle the park Fundraiser, Bagpack, Bingo K Keep Fit Event, Karaoke Night, R ZSuper Hero Day, Skydive, Street Zumbathon, Zombie c Cake Sale, Celebration Gifts In L Ladies That Lunch, Line Dancing S Party , #StandByYouChallenge Evening, Zip Wire event Lieu, Comedy Night, Car Boot Event , Ladies Day T Treasure Hunt, Themed Evening/Party Your good deed D Darts Competition, Dinner Party U Unwanted Present Sale, Uniform Fancy may seem E Eighties Night, Egg & Spoon race M Mens meal, Masked party, invisible F Fancy Dress Day/Party, Five a Match giving (Ask Your Employer) Dress Day / Unusual Clothes At Work but it leaves a Side Footie N Non Swearing Jar, Name The V Video Quiz, Volley Ball Tournament trail imprinted Teddy, Netball Tournament on the hearts of G Garden Party, Gin & Cheese Night W Wine & Cheese Night, workplace Golf Day, Guess the ..?.. O Open Garden , Office Appeal / Fundraiser, Weight Loss Challenge, others Party Office Challenge H Hiking Challenge, Headshave, How X Xbox Challenge, Xfactor Competition, Many Beads / Sweets In Jar? P Pamper Party, Parachute Jump, Press Up Challenge, Paintballing WWW.HHHO.ORG.UK

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT.. We appreciate everyones support and your ongoing commitment to date. We thought we would share some simple ways that you can support us further without it costing you any more pennies. Perhaps friends/family could do this too? Shopping online seems to be the norm now. Detailed below are two very good sites where if you set up an account and log into each time you do your shopping, by selecting HelpHarryHelpOthers as your chosen charity we get donations from the retailers you buy from. Also if you have wanted to do something for us but either dont fancy or have time to fundraise or organise an event perhaps our #HarryEliteClub could be a way of regular support without breaking the bank? Full details of both are below .......... BUY ONLINE THROUGH AMAZON? On average each quarter we to date receive £150 donations from Amazon thanks to wonderful people to who sign up to Amazon smile. Its the same as shopping on Amazon but just by registering with www.smile.amazon.co.uk and selecting HelpHarryHelpOthers as your selected charity means each that time you make your purchase by logging into Amazon Smile we receive % of your spend from the online retailer. Imagine how much we could raise if everyone that doesn't have a nominated charity did this for us. Could you ask friends, family and work colleagues to do the same? We really would appreciate your help. Also, if you don't use Amazon for online purchases perhaps you can register with www.easyfundraising.org.uk? By setting an account (which is free) and then logging in to this before doing your online shopping means we can get donations from many online retailers........ Fancy being a member of our #HarryElite Club? FOR AS LITTLE AS THE COST OF A CUPPA EACH MONTH YOU CAN HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY A few years ago we launched our Harry Elite Members club, a regular giving scheme where you become an exclusive supporter of HHHO. Upon Joining you receive a welcome HHHO bracelet. Once you hit your first giving milestone of £200 you will receive a Pandora style silver plated bracelet plus for ever giving milestone of £50 thereafter, you will receive a special bead as a token of our appreciation. On top of this twice a year you will receive bracelets for the upcoming 6 months along with a letter / newsletter. You can choose whatever donation you would like to make and even £3 will make a difference and help keep our services at the Drop In Cancer Support Centre going and evolving. To register click on https://hhho.org.uk/support-us/harrys-elite-club/ Did you know.... £3.00 funds a client to take part in arts & craft session. £240.00 enables a patient, carer, relative to have a standard course of 8 counselling sessions £20 funds a drop in emotional support / listening session £80.00 enables up to 10 young people to attend our For our clients with most complex of needs It afterschool #Time4Teens club run by two counsellors costs £980 per person for them to recieve our whole pathway of services WWW.HHHO.ORG.UK WWW.HHHO.ORG.UK

APRIL 2021, HHHO LATEST NEWS Need a safe space New to HHHO & want Feature in our for meetings? to Understand More? Newsletter.. Since the pandemic more and more Doing something for HHHO in coming months? whether you workplaces are rethinking the way volunteer for us, fundraise for us - then please do make us aware. they work. If you are looking for a We would love to share your support with our other supporters and if we large space for team meetings then If you are new to HHHO and would don't know what you are up to for like to understand more about our HHHO then we cannot share. do request a copy of our meeting / services and the difference we make If you want to get involved and are then why not book a visit to the not sure how then do get in touch event space brochure. centre and have a cuppa with Harry's with Georgie who would be delighted mom Georgie? to come and work with you to help With our air conditioned board room Alternatively Georgie would be you HelpHarryHelpOthers. Email happy to speak at your business to [email protected] style conference room, complete share the #Harrylove amongst your employees / colleagues. with projection screen and flip Should you be organising an event for HHHO then do make us aware, charts, to informal spaces such as our Whilst we are only a very small team - if we can support or attend then it kitchen/diner which can be used for would be our absolute pleasure and we would love to show our support. break out sessions too. If outdoors is what you are after we have outside space with picnic benches. Our centre is ten minutes from M42 Junction 6 and has ample free parking. All attendees will receive a welcome pack and we can organise lunch with a range of menus to select. For an information pack email [email protected] Funding Vital Giving grants to families Supporting families via our Research suffering inancial hardship Drop In Cancer Support Centre A message from Harry's mom We hope you have enjoyed seeing the difference we have made in the last 6 months all of which has been made possible thanks to all those who support us. From Volunteers, to businesses and individuals that believe in our work - you all make our vision a reality. We are a small charity with a big mission regardless of what else is happening in the world! No-one should face cancer alone or feel isolated . Whether the individual is an adult or a child, a cancer patient, carer, relative or friend - we aim to ensure individuals have all the emotional, practical and financial support they need during a cancer diagnosis, all of which is accessible and available from a home from home environment. Our supporters make this possible and we thank you for all you do. We look forward to updating you in October on all we achieve over the coming months.