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Win A Mini With CLAN Cancer Support

Nov 162015

With thanks to Jessica Murphy, Senior Account Executive, Citrus:Mix.

A Mini has made its final pit stop before being raffled to raise money for a leading north-east cancer support charity and local Rotary groups.
The car, which was kindly sponsored by Domino’s Pizza, is now in pride of place in the Bon Accord & St Nicholas shopping centre in Aberdeen prior to finding a new owner in CLAN Cancer Support’s Christmas Eve raffle.

The charity has travelled throughout north-east Scotland with the Mini selling raffle tickets at a range of shows and exhibitions.

Members of the public will be able to put themselves in the running to win it by buying a ticket at the Bon Accord mall, CLAN charity shops or their base on Westburn Road in Aberdeen.

The draw is also being supported by the area’s 22 Rotary clubs who have helped conduct an annual car raffle since 2000.

Susan Crighton, CLAN fundraising manager, said:

“We are looking forward to giving someone the ultimate Christmas present this year in the form of a Mini. Domino’s Pizza very generously donated the car to us this year which we are very grateful for as the raffle is a hugely important fundraising event for us which gets a lot of support from the public.

“It has been on a great tour of the north-east over the past few months, helping us spread awareness of CLAN. It will now be in the Bon Accord mall until the draw on Christmas Eve and we would like to thank the centre for its continued support.

“We are delighted at the Rotary’s continued support which is so important for the success of the prize draw. An incredible number of tickets are sold through them which we are very grateful for.”

Craig Stevenson, manager of Bon Accord & St Nicholas, said:

“We are pleased to be able to provide the Mini with a temporary home until the raffle draw on Christmas Eve which we are sure will be popular with shoppers in the mall in the busy festive period.

“CLAN is our charity of the year and our staff have had great fun throughout the year undertaking activities to support it. CLAN is involved in invaluable work throughout the north-east and we hope people take the chance to enter the raffle draw and get behind their efforts.”

Alan Pirie, of the north-east Rotary organisation, said:

“Rotarians in Aberdeen, Deeside and surrounding areas are pleased to be partnering with CLAN again for the car raffle this year. We enjoy working with them and are very much looking forward to a successful raffle.

“Our members have been busy selling raffle tickets at various events throughout the north-east already and will be on hand at the Bon Accord and St Nicholas Centre from November 14 until the draw is made at 2pm on Christmas Eve. CLAN is a wonderful local cause which does so much to help families who have been affected by cancer and we are happy to be able to help them raise funds.”

CLAN Cancer Support is an independent charity which provides comfort support and information, free of charge, for anyone, of any age, affected by any type of cancer. CLAN aims to support people to reduce anxiety, stress and to increase their ability to cope with the effects of a serious illness.

Based in Aberdeen, the charity covers the whole of north-east Scotland, Moray, Orkney and Shetland. CLAN has a presence in Ballater, Banchory, Elgin, Inverurie, Fraserburgh, Peterhead, Stonehaven, Turriff, Kirkwall and Lerwick.

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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CLAN To Host Christmas Fayre

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Nov 062015

With thanks to Phil Moar, Account Manager, Citrus Mix.

A leading north-east cancer support charity is giving people the chance to get into the festive spirit early this year when it hosts a Christmas Fayre next week.

The CLAN Cancer Support event will take place at CLAN House on Saturday, November 14, from 10am to 4pm.

A range of stalls will be on offer, giving attendees the chance to pick up potential Christmas gifts including various crafts, knitted goods, handbags, jewellery and scarves. Stocking-fillers, cards and wrapping paper will also be on display for purchase.

Entry fee is £2, which includes hot drink and home bake, with all funds raised going towards the charity’s provision of free support services to anyone affected by cancer across the north and north-east of Scotland.

Susan Crighton, CLAN’s fundraising manager, said:

“With Halloween now past, attentions are beginning to turn towards Christmas and we’re looking forward to hosting our annual fayre next week.

“This year’s line-up of goods and items is fantastic and will present the perfect opportunity for many to get their Christmas shopping started in earnest. Our Christmas Fayre is always a great way of picking up a couple of lovely presents alongside helping raise funds for a local charity; we hope you can join us on the day.”

For more information, please contact Moureen Wilson at CLAN on 01224 651028 or email moureen.wilson@clanhouse.org. More details on the event can also be found at www.clanhouse.org or through the charity’s dedicated social media channels.

Based in Aberdeen, the charity covers the whole of north-east Scotland, Moray, Orkney and Shetland. CLAN has a presence in Ballater, Banchory, Elgin, Inverurie, Fraserburgh, Lossiemouth, Peterhead, Stonehaven, Turriff, Kirkwall and Lerwick.

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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CLAN To Host Wellbeing Event In Stonehaven

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Oct 292015

With thanks to Phil Moar, AccountManager, Citrus Mix.

A unique wellbeing event which aims to shine a spotlight on some of the services available for those affected by cancer in the north-east of Scotland is to be held in Stonehaven next month.

Hosted by CLAN Cancer Support, the event will take place on Friday, November 6, from 1pm to 3pm within Stonehaven Community Centre.

The event will welcome key speakers Cathy Clark and Alan Brookes.

Cathy is a nutritionist with CLAN Cancer Support and will share some hints and tips on how healthy eating may have a positive impact on those affected by cancer. Alan will be representing Prostate Cancer UK and will speak about his own experience with the illness alongside sharing guidance on the help, support and advice he received.

As well as the guest talkers, the Kincardine and Mearns Citizen Advice Bureau will be present with help and advice for those affected by cancer and experiencing financial worries. The bureau’s energy advisor will also be present at the event.

Social care charity VSA will be represented throughout the afternoon, with its carers support team available for those looking for information on the help the charity provides to carers and family members who are supporting an individual through a cancer diagnosis.

Various taster sessions for a number of CLAN’s complementary therapies will also be held, with qi-gong and relaxation techniques on offer. Guidance on how these may be able to support an individual will also be made available.

Gemma Powell, Aberdeenshire area services co-ordinator, said:

“The premise of CLAN’s wellbeing events is to give attendees an insight into a number of services that CLAN can provide alongside those of some of our partner charities and organisations that we regularly work with.

“The upcoming wellbeing event in Stonehaven will give those affected by cancer from the Mearns area a range of different guidance and advice on a variety of subjects. We’re also thrilled to welcome along both Cathy and Alan, along with the Kincardine and Mearns Citizen Advice Bureau and VSA for what I’m sure will be an informative and valuable afternoon.”

Those interested in attending and would like more information or to book a place in one of the taster sessions are asked to contact CLAN in Stonehaven on 01569 762398.

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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CLAN Cancer Support Thanks Dedicated Volunteer

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Oct 222015

With thanks to Jessica Murphy, Senior Account Executive, Citrus Mix.

CLAN Cancer Support has paid tribute to a long serving volunteer who has been involved with the north-east charity for nearly a decade. CLAN thanked Frances Richards for her tireless fundraising efforts and role in spearheading the Friends of CLAN Stonehaven group in a moving presentation at its Stonehaven premises.

After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 1996, Frances wanted to do something to help others who were going through a similarly difficult experience.

She joined the charity’s board of directors in 2006, serving for six years before standing down to concentrate on fundraising for CLAN in Stonehaven.

Along with her daughter Andrea, Frances put her efforts into organising a wide range of fundraising events through CLAN’s Stonehaven Support Group, which became Stonehaven CLAN in the Community before the duo set up Friends of CLAN (FOC) Stonehaven in 2009.

Friends of CLAN groups are invaluable to the charity, helping to organise and host a number of fundraising and awareness events throughout the calendar year.

FOC Stonehaven brings in an annual estimated total of around £12,000 for the charity – testament to the dedication and enthusiasm of all volunteers involved.

Frances said:

“It has been very much a family effort with my daughter Andrea – we have worked together throughout the years on a lot of events which has been a lot of hard work and dedication but always good fun. Andrea and I fundraised through two fashion shows in 2006 and 2007 before we formally started Friends of CLAN Stonehaven in 2009.

“We started off with around six members and it has been great to see the group grow throughout the years. We have organised all sorts of events from quiz nights and shows to being involved with the Stonehaven Half Marathon as their charity of choice – there is always great variety. The Ury Players, a number of whom are members of the FOC committee, put on a wonderful charity performance of Dirty Dusting and will divide the proceeds between CLAN and another charity.

“All of the events have also had the effect of raising CLAN’s profile in Stonehaven, which is something I was very passionate about. Leaving CLAN’s board of directors in 2013 was quite difficult for me, but I had always been interested in CLAN in the community and wanted to focus on that. Andrea and I have lots of memories from FOC, but it is time for us to move on. However I am sure I will be still be involved in helping out at some events when CLAN needs it.”

Lucy Whiteman, CLAN’s services manager, said:

“Frances has been integral to the continued success of FOC Stonehaven and also played an important role during her time on our board of directors. On behalf of the entire CLAN family I would like to thank her for all her efforts over the years. We will miss her hugely but I am sure she will still be a presence in the life of CLAN at future events.

“Our Friends of CLAN groups are vitally important to us as a charity throughout the year and vital for conveying the message of CLAN and what we do. We would like to use this opportunity to appeal to people to consider joining. We have a number of opportunities in Stonehaven for people who are interested in helping organise and host fundraising and awareness events for the charity.”

Frances added:

“Everyone will get something different out of volunteering. For me and my daughter it was all in the enjoyment of organising and doing something positive together and knowing that someone who is going through the cancer experience will be benefiting from our efforts. Although this can be stressful at times it also brings some fun and a wonderful sense of achievement. As well as helping to raise funds you become a part of the CLAN family and that in itself is a wonderful support network.”

For more information on volunteering opportunities and to express an interest, please contact Cally Smith at Cally.smith@clanhouse.org or visit www.clanhouse.org

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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Get Muddy For CLAN Cancer Support

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Oct 222015

With thanks to Jessica Murphy, Senior Account Executive, Citrus Mix

Mud loving runners are being urged to get dirty and put their backing behind a leading north-east charity. CLAN Cancer Support is the official local charity of the inaugural Mud Madness Aberdeen event which promises fun, mud and laughs for all the family with 3km and 5km courses to test all ability levels.

The fun event is being held on Saturday (October 24) at the Lochter Activity Centre and will include demanding natural obstacles and water-based challenges.

CLAN currently has 62 participants signed up to run the race on their behalf and is urging people to support them by taking part. The charity will be on hand on the day to cheer their supporters on as part of the volunteering team helping to run the event.

Susan Crighton, CLAN’s fundraising manager, said:

“CLAN is delighted to have been chosen as the local charity for what is shaping up to be a fantastic day. This is a great opportunity for people of all ages to have some fun, get muddy and help raise money to help us continue our provision of free support services to anyone affected by cancer across the north and north-east of Scotland.

“Fundraising events like Mud Madness are crucial to CLAN and make such a difference to us. We are urging people to get behind the inaugural event and look forward to supporting them on the day.”

Sign up to Mud Madness Aberdeen at http://www.myraceentries.co.uk/mmlochter2015 or for more information call 0114 2573170.

For further information please contact fundraising@clanhouse.org or call 01224 647000.

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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CLAN Set To Run Balmoral

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Oct 152015

With thanks to Phil Moar, AccountManager, Citrus Mix.

A leading north-east cancer support charity is appealing for willing runners to take part in next year’s Run Balmoral road race after online entries opened this week.

CLAN Cancer Support is once again a nominated charity for the popular north-east event and has a number of places available for various races over the weekend.

The event this year takes place over the weekend of April 23-24, with the race programme including children’s races, the ConocoPhillips 5K and the Stena Drilling Tartan 10K run. A duathlon, 15 mile trail race and three mile trail run is also part of next year’s line-up.

The Run Balmoral launch follows the opening of early bird entries for next year’s Baker Hughes 10K race of which CLAN has been involved with for a number of years. The 2015 Baker Hughes event saw over 115 individuals lace up their running shoes to raise thousands of pounds on behalf of the charity.

Susan Crighton, CLAN’s fundraising manager, said:

“Both Run Balmoral and Baker Hughes have well and truly established themselves as two of the most popular races in the north-east running calendar and CLAN has had a proud association with them both for a number of years.

“Run Balmoral takes place in April next year and we’re looking for participants to run in either the 5K, 10L, duathlon or 15 mile trail races on our behalf. We’ve had hundreds of runners in the past take part to raise thousands of pounds for CLAN and it is this level of support that makes such a big difference to the lives of many affected by cancer throughout the north and north-east of Scotland.”

Those interested in running either race on behalf of CLAN Cancer Support are asked to contact the charity’s Darren Hill on 01224 647000 or email darren.hill@clanhouse.org for further details.

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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CLAN Gearing Up For Christmas Cracker

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Oct 082015

Places are still available for a leading cancer charity’s popular festive event. With thanks to Jessica Murphy, Senior Account Executive, Citrus Mix.

CLAN Cancer Support’s Christmas Cracker ball has become a highlight in the north-east social calendar – and is one of the charity’s biggest fundraising events.

The seasonal event is being held on November 27 at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC). More than £130,000 was raised last year as individuals and businesses showed their generosity towards CLAN.

Susan Crighton, CLAN fundraising manager, said:

“The Christmas Cracker is one of our most important fundraising events, and we are all looking forward to it. Each year we are grateful for the support of the north-east public who always get behind us and turn out in droves to help make it the success it is.

“We hope this year will be no different and we are encouraging both companies and individuals to take up the remaining places for what will truly be a fantastic evening. We understand that the business climate is very challenging just now, however demand for our services continues against this backdrop. We have been taken aback by the generosity of people in the past and we hope we can rely on that kindness once more.”

The festive evening will include a drinks reception, followed by a three-course dinner, entertainment and dancing.

For more information or to book a table please contact Steph at CLAN on 01224 651026 or email steph.dowling@clanhouse.org

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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Hundreds Turn Out For Clan’s Landmark Walk

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Oct 012015

With thanks to Phil Moar, Account Manager, Citrus Mix.

Lord Provost councillor George Adam meets participants before they set off from the city’s Westburn Park

Aberdeen was a sea of purple as hundreds of walkers put their best foot forward in support of a leading north-east cancer charity.
More than 500 people took part in CLAN Cancer Support’s Landmark Walk on Sunday, September 27, tackling one of two routes of 13 miles and 7.8 miles, to take in a number of prominent landmarks throughout Aberdeen.

The event was officially started by Lord Provost councillor George Adam as participants set off in their droves from the city’s Westburn Park to tackle the trail.

Now in its third year, the event was again generously supported by commercial law firm Bond Dickinson as walkers took in a number of the Granite City’s most famous sites including King’s College, St Machar Cathedral and Pittodrie.

The charity also called on the help of more than 300 volunteers who provided vital support both before and after the fundraiser as well as marshalling the route itself.

With sponsorships and donations still arriving, the event is on course to match last year’s eventual total of £50,000 which will go towards the charity’s provision of free support services to anyone affected by cancer across the north-east of Scotland, Moray, Orkney and Shetland.

Susan Crighton, CLAN’s fundraising manager, said:

“This is our third Landmark Walk event and it’s always quite something to see the sea of purple leave Westburn Park to tackle the routes in support of CLAN.

“From the walkers to the volunteers to the supporters on the streets, each and every one of you has helped make a difference to those affected by cancer in the north and north-east of Scotland and for that we simply cannot thank you enough.

“The donations are still flooding in so we’re still a bit away from knowing a grand total at this stage but we’re definitely on course to raise £50,000 which is a truly fantastic total and testament to the hard work and dedication shown by all those involved.”

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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Bon Accord & St Nicholas Go Purple For Clan

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Sep 252015

With thanks to Phil Moar, Account Manager, Citrus Mix.

Bon Accord & St Nicholas is supporting the Go Purple for CLAN Cancer Support campaign which is running throughout the month of September.

Supporters of a north-east Camphill charity have brought in thousands of pounds to help kit out its new care home.

Staff will be resplendent in purple for the next seven days as they come together to celebrate the work of the popular charity.

Go Purple for CLAN is held every year and sees people throughout north and north-east Scotland adopt the colour for a day.

From lighting up a building, wearing purple and planning a purple party to dyeing your hair, selling purple cakes and creating a purple window or reception display in your business or shop, there is no shortage of innovative ways in which people can get involved.

The month-long event was first held in 2013 as part of the charity’s 30th anniversary celebrations, with schools across the region, as well as Marischal College turning purple in support.

The shopping mall’s support of the campaign is the latest in a host of events and activities that it has completed on behalf of CLAN after it selected it as its chosen charity for the year.

Craig Stevenson, manager of Bon Accord & St Nicholas, said:

“The centre has a close relationship with the charity and we’re delighted to be involved with this year’s Go Purple for CLAN campaign.

“Our staff will be head to toe in purple for the next week and we’re looking forward to playing our part in helping raise awareness of the valuable work the charity does for those affected by cancer in the north and north-east of Scotland.”

Susan Crighton, CLAN’s fundraising manager, said:

“I’d like to say a big thank you to the staff at Bon Accord & St Nicholas for getting involved with Go Purple for CLAN this year and I look forward to popping into the centre to see them in action over the next couple of days.

“This year’s campaign has seen people from all across the north-east of Scotland, Moray, Orkney and Shetland adopt the colour in support of CLAN. It’s been a fantastic awareness raiser for us and will be a big help in allowing as many people as possible to know about the work of CLAN and how it may be able to help.”

Bon Accord & St Nicholas are at the heart of Aberdeen city centre’s retail sector, offering 840,000 sq ft of prime space and home to around 100 stores. Scotland’s largest Next, Aberdeen’s only Topshop and Topman standalone store as well as the City’s largest New Look and River Island are among the key retailers.

The centres, which attract an average of 275,000 visitors a week, are owned by BMO Real Estate Partners and managed by specialist retail agency Savills. For further on the centres visit www.bonaccordandstnicholas.com.

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New Chief Executive Sets Out Vision For CLAN

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Sep 072015

With thanks to Phil Moar, Account Manager, Citrus Mix.

The new chief executive of CLAN Cancer Support has reinforced the charity’s vision to be the centre of excellence for the provision of cancer support services in the north and north-east of Scotland after she officially took up the post.

Dr Colette Backwell was announced as the new chief executive of the cancer support charity in June and has linked up with staff at CLAN House in Aberdeen this week.

Dr Backwell aims to build on the charity’s leading reputation for providing a range of cancer support services that meet the individual needs of those affected by cancer, their carers, family members and close friends.

Looking ahead to 2020 and reinforcing CLAN’s position as a trusted hub of community-based cancer support services is an integral component of Dr Backwell’s vision for the charity moving forward.

CLAN Cancer Support was established in Aberdeen in 1983 and has grown considerably to provide free services to anyone affected by cancer across the whole of north-east Scotland, Moray, Orkney and Shetland. The charity has a presence in Ballater, Banchory, Elgin, Inverurie, Fraserburgh, Peterhead, Stonehaven, Turriff, Kirkwall and Lerwick.

Dr Backwell brings over 20 years’ experience in policy development, research, industry support and business management within the charity, public and private sectors to the role, alongside expertise in the challenges of service delivery in rural communities.

A member of the Scottish Rural Policy Centre’s Advisory Group, as well as a visiting professor at Robert Gordon University, she also currently sits on the Scottish Committee of the Institute of Directors.

Dr Backwell said:

“I’m delighted to now officially be in post with CLAN and I look forward to meeting staff, volunteers, clients and supporters across all areas that the charity covers in the weeks ahead.

“CLAN is renowned for its level of professional support and values, providing a welcoming, empathetic and caring environment alongside enhancing the quality of lives affected by cancer. It is my aim to build on this as the charity moves forward.

“At the heart of everything the charity does is the wellbeing of the individuals it supports. Listening to their needs will be essential in shaping our service moving forward.”

Dr Backwell will lead a team of over 60 staff and 400 volunteers and will later this month visit both Orkney and Shetland to see first-hand the work the charity currently delivers on the islands.

She added:

“CLAN’s geographical spread sees its service provision cover the north-east of Scotland, Moray, Orkney and Shetland and, as each individual area comes with its own specific set of unique requirements, it is integral that we continue to listen and react accordingly.

“To be able to successfully provide comfort and care across such a large area is undoubtedly a challenge but one that I, along with CLAN’s dedicated team, look forward to tackling. CLAN plays a massive part in so many people’s lives throughout the north of the country and it is our goal to continue to reach out and support those who require our help.”

CLAN Cancer Support is an independent charity which provides comfort, support and information, free of charge, for anyone, of any age, affected by any type of cancer. CLAN aims to support people to reduce anxiety, stress and to increase their ability to cope with the effects of a serious illness.

For further information about CLAN Cancer Support please call (01224) 647 000 or visit www.clanhouse.org

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