Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital Staff Raise Over £6,300 to Support Give A Child A Chance
Staff at Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital have raised an impressive £6,321.62 for local children’s mental health charity Give A Child A Chance, which provides vital support to children and young people with additional needs.
The funds will be used to develop a sensory garden at Hamoaze House, a charity that supports adults affected by trauma and substance misuse. The garden will also be accessible to wider community groups, as Hamoaze House is a shared space that supports multiple charities and organisations serving the Plymouth community.
Throughout 2025, the hospital team worked tirelessly to fundraise for their chosen charity of the year. Activities ranged from monthly initiatives to large-scale events, all designed to generate funds and raise awareness for the essential work carried out by Give A Child A Chance, which relies entirely on volunteers.
A key highlight of the fundraising efforts was the charity Summer Ball, held at Plymouth Argyle Football Club. Staff dressed in glamorous partywear for an evening of entertainment, auctions, and raffles, raising substantial contributions to support the charity. Local businesses generously donated prizes, further boosting the total raised and demonstrating strong community support for the cause.
The funds raised will directly support the creation of a sensory garden, providing children and young people attending Give A Child A Chance’s programmes with a safe and stimulating space for learning, relaxation, and play. The creation of the sensory garden is in progress and will soon offer a valuable space for children and families.
Patricia Warwick, Hospital Director at Nuffield Health Plymouth, said: "We are incredibly proud of our staff for all the energy, creativity, and dedication they’ve put into raising money for such an important cause. Give A Child A Chance plays an important role in our community, and we’re delighted that our team’s efforts will help ensure they have the tools they need to continue their important work."
Nicky Evans, Chairperson at Give A Child A Chance, added: "The support from Nuffield Health Plymouth Hospital staff has been amazing. Their fundraising will make a real difference to the children and families we work with, helping us provide resources, specialist activities, and now a sensory garden that will be enjoyed for years to come."
About Give A Child A Chance
Give A Child A Chance supports groups, schools, and clinicians working with children who access Plymouth Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). The charity provides grants of up to £300 for resources and equipment, raises awareness of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating disorders, ADHD, and autism, and runs a fortnightly BUD Club for families. This club offers a relaxed, non-judgemental environment where children and families can engage in art, cooking, sports, sensory activities, yoga, and woodland crafts, all supported by volunteers.
Over the last year, Give a Child a Chance has provided resources to around 50 families and individuals, as well as eight local schools and CAMHS Clinicians. These resources include noise cancelling headphones, books, trainers for gym sessions, equine therapy sessions, fidget toys, weighted blankets, bubble lights and a light box table to name a few. At least 60 families have attended BUD Club. The support that is offered can significantly improve the well being and family life of children experiencing emotional, behavioural or mental health challenges in Plymouth.
