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Spread Some Yuletide Cheer With CLAN

Dec 082015

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

CLAN Cancer Support is appealing to the public to think of them when sending Christmas cards this year.

The leading north-east charity has a range of festive cards available across all of its bases and charity shops, with packs available for £2 and £3.50.

CLAN is also providing an E-card service for those who want to save a bit of time and help the charity by making a donation through their JustGiving page.

Susan Crighton, CLAN fundraising manager, said:

“We have a lovely selection of Christmas cards in stock and it would be great if people think of us when sending theirs out this year. For those that want to do something different, we also have our E-card service, which continues to grow in popularity.

“Whichever option you chose, know that every penny spent either on traditional cards or our online service makes such a difference to us and helps us continue to provide our range of support services across the north and north-east.”

To make a donation to CLAN visit www.justgiving.com/charity/clan/clanchristmascards2015

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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SeaEnergy Support Brings CLAN House To Life

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Dec 032015

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

A technology usually used to photographically capture and manage oil platforms and crime scenes has been put to use to help north-east charity CLAN Cancer Support.
Perhaps not an obvious fit, the SeaEnergy team’s vision was to use its R2S visual asset management system to photographically capture CLAN House into its software to provide the charity with the ability to visually demonstrate the facilities that its Aberdeen headquarters offers.

Claire Fleming, SeaEnergy’s Corporate Communications & Research Manager, commented:

“There is no denying that it is a tricky time across our industry, but we wanted to look for some positives. We needed to find a project to help the continued professional development of our team, keeping them engaged and challenged while the demand for deployment was not high.

“We decided that one positive way we could embrace this challenge was to do something in support of a local charity and part of a corporate social responsibility initiative.

“CLAN is very local to our Rosemount offices where our R2S photographers are based. Like many others in the city, I was aware of the work CLAN did but regularly drove past CLAN House without a real understanding of what went on inside.

“It took no time for the team at CLAN to see the application as we did, but also how it would benefit them in other ways too.”

Dr Colette Backwell, CLAN’s Chief Executive, said:

“Sea Energy’s innovative approach to CSR during the current economic downturn is to be applauded and highlights its continued commitment to local charities.

“CLAN and our clients will benefit greatly from the virtual tour which will go on our website after our Christmas Cracker event this week. It will allow people with cancer, their families and carers to see what we have to offer and perhaps help them to make that first visit to access our wide range of wellbeing services and emotional support.

“The virtual tour also has an important role to play in allowing a number of people affected by cancer from across north-east Scotland, Orkney and Shetland to gain an insight into our facilities before making the journey to Aberdeen for treatment. We place a great emphasis on the comfort of our clients and anything that can make their time away from home that little easier is always greatly welcomed.”

Claire Fleming added:

“I know that many companies are facing operational and business challenges but finding ways to help in terms of donating time and skills can make a real difference – offering benefits to both the donor and recipient. All of us involved with the project have taken away a lot more than a greater understanding of CLAN as a charity; it has been a real privilege to be involved.”

The R2S capture of CLAN House was shown publically for the first time on Friday, November 27, at CLAN’s annual Christmas Cracker event.

About SeaEnergy PLC:

SeaEnergy PLC is an innovation-led offshore energy services business, based in Aberdeen, Scotland and listed on the London Stock Exchange’s AIM Market.

R2S Visual Asset Management system (delivered by SeaEnergy subsidiary Return To Scene) provides photographic capture and three dimensional modelling of oil & gas installations, linking these images to asset management databases for major international oil operators, allowing them to improve the performance of their assets whilst providing operational efficiencies.

R2S Forensic is an interactive software system that enhances planning, investigation and collaboration through the power of visual imagery. The R2S Forensic system has revolutionised the presentation of crime scenes. It creates an information rich walk through environment which seamlessly links all relevant technical data.

Return To Scene was acquired by SeaEnergy in August 2012.

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Disabilities Charity Seeks New Volunteers

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Nov 262015

With thanks to Future Choices.

Local Voluntary Charity Future Choices turns 7 years old this weekend which means they should be celebrating with joy, however the Chairman of the Charity has concerns going into the new year.

The Charity has been providing much needed social inclusion to the most vulnerable individuals across the city by providing recreational activities.

As most organisations find themselves going through hurdles like funding, transport – Future Choices is struggling with the downturn in volunteers.

Chairman David Forbes said:

“I understand and totally appreciate that people live busy lifestyles but that can prove extremely challenging for us running our group gatherings & outings, if the volunteers cannot for what ever reason make it along”.

If the charity does not manage to attract new volunteers from the ages 16+, it could mean an impact on services in the future, like how often the group runs it’s group gatherings and other outings.”

David added:

“It’s amazing to think a group which delivers so much and runs 100% voluntary is still going strong to date – however i want to still continue to deliver a voluntary service to the community in the future, so I’m making a desperate plea for help.”

If you are interested in Volunteering with Future Choices, please email them on: info@future-choices.org.uk or freephone them on 0800 5668728.

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Win A Mini With CLAN Cancer Support

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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.”

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

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Charitable Foundation Supports ChildHope

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Nov 162015

With thanks to Esther Green, Tricker PR.

Aberdeen Asset Management Charitable Foundation has selected ChildHope as its fourth emerging markets charity partner.

The Foundation has made a three year commitment, with an initial six-figure donation, to ChildHope.

ChildHope was established in 1989 and grew out of the recognition of the huge and growing but neglected problem of children living and working on the streets of Africa, Asia and South America.

Over the last twenty years, the charity has been working to develop long lasting solutions aimed at tackling the root causes of the poverty and the injustice faced by children around the world.

Aberdeen’s support will focus on the regions immediately surrounding Lima, Peru where despite rapid economic development within the city, around a third of children live on less than $2 a day.

Many of these children are subject to violence in schools, where despite national policy, they are often chastised by teachers using sticks, belts or ropes. The project aims to create safer school environments in eight schools. It will identify those children within the schools that are most at risk of educational underachievement and support them with additional supportive educational sessions.

In total, the project is estimated to benefit 7,300 children who will pass through these schools over the term of Aberdeen’s partnership, as well as having associated impact on 400 teachers and 4,500 parents.

Anne Richards, Chief Investment Officer of Aberdeen Asset Management and Chairman of the Foundation, comments:

“Aberdeen has a significant presence in Latin America and so I am delighted that employees globally have chosen to support ChildHope. Education plays a crucial role in the development of society so the charity will have an impact not only on the children but the country as a whole.”

ChildHope UK’s Executive Director Jill Healey said:

“We are absolutely thrilled to have been selected as Aberdeen Asset Management’s next emerging markets charity partner. By working together we can fundamentality transform the lives of some of the most vulnerable children in Peru and give them a chance for a better future.’’

ChildHope becomes the fourth emerging markets charity partner to be supported by the Foundation, alongside ABC Trust, SeeBeyondBorders and AfriKids.

The Aberdeen Asset Management Charitable Foundation was established in 2012 to formalise and develop Aberdeen’s charitable giving strategy. It has two main themes:

Emerging Markets – Aberdeen has committed to develop a number of strategic partnerships with charities tackling the educational needs of disadvantaged young people in emerging markets. Each year, an emerging market is selected by the Foundation’s Board and employees have the opportunity to vote for a project in that country which will receive support for a three year period.

Local Communities – To complement this international focus, each Aberdeen office around the world has established its own charity committee, whose remit is to manage local giving activities and to promote volunteering.

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Charity Boss Appears on STV’s Real Heroes Programme.

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Nov 102015

With thanks to Future Choices.

Local charity boss and carer David Forbes was featured on STV’s Real Heroes on Monday November 9 in the ‘Carer of the Year’ category.

David is the only person from Aberdeen to appear in the show which is in it’s third series.

The film piece showed what not only what David does for his disabled mother who he cares for 24/7 but also in his voluntary role as Chairman of Future Choices, helping to get disabled people out of their homes.

David said:

“Since being shortlisted for this special award, it’s been completely overwhelming and im so proud to be representing the Granite City in this National competition.”

Voting is still open to vote for David, either by text or for free on the stv website. To vote for David by text, text HERO 18 to 86660.

Voting for this category closes on noon, Monday 16th Nov 2015

David added:

“I’m absolutely blown away with everyones support and people taking time out to vote for me, thank you all, im truly blessed to have so much support.”

The results show will be televised in December.

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Charity Funds Holiday Respite For Vulnerable Children

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Nov 062015

With thanks to Esther Green, Tricker PR

Disadvantaged children living in Aberdeen and Edinburgh have enjoyed well-deserved breaks – some going on the first holiday of their lives – through funding from the Aberdeen Asset Management Charitable Foundation.

Scottish children’s charity HopScotch secured £9,000 from the firm’s Charitable Foundation to enable 36 children to enjoy a total of 180 days of respite at its holiday centre in Ardvullin in the Scottish Highlands.

A dozen children each from three organisations – Edinburgh Women’s Aid, Aberdeen’s Middlefield Community Project and Waverley Care in Edinburgh – were selected for the much-needed breaks allowing them to spend time in safe and secure surroundings while escaping the stresses of home life and gaining and building confidence, in a caring and supportive environment.

Waverley Care works with children who are living with, and affected by, HIV/Hepatitis C in Edinburgh. Many of the families struggle to take youngsters on holiday due to poor health and financial constraints. Children live in stressful situations and often act as carers to their parents/younger siblings and rarely get the chance to socialise or form friendships.

Middlefield Community Project is based in an area of multiple deprivation in Aberdeen, in the top five of Scotland’s most deprived areas. Families suffer as a result of parental drug or alcohol misuse, severe poverty, domestic violence, parental health issues and neighbourhood disputes. Many young children are left to fend for themselves, often playing in the streets at night.

Edinburgh Women’s Aid provides practical and emotional support to those who have been, or are, experiencing domestic abuse and many of the children will have witnessed abuse or even been abused themselves. Recovery is a lengthy process for some and an opportunity for a respite break is very beneficial in very many ways.

At Ardvullin the children try a range of activities like horse riding, canoeing and indoor climbing, boat trips, biking and visiting the beach.

One youngster who went to Ardvullin said:

“I loved my Hopscotch holiday and didn’t want to leave.

I did lots of exciting things like hill climbing, walking in the forest, canoeing and lots more. I loved the big, massive swing park out the back garden. My favourite part was when I made it to the top of the hill and the snow was really, really deep.”

The Edinburgh-based charity’s 2015 programme has provided around 350 children with a respite break at Ardvullin and this year HopScotch has worked with organisations from the Highlands, Ayrshire, Strathclyde, Perthshire, Tayside, Lanarkshire, Midlothian and Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire to identify those children most in need.

HopScotch manager Roberta Mckay said that the support given by the Aberdeen Asset Management Charitable Foundation had allowed children – many of whom have never been to the countryside or the seaside before – a chance to have a break away from their problems in a safe and secure environment. For children who are young carers, it may be the first chance of respite from their caring responsibilities.

Roberta commented:

“Good childhood memories last a lifetime. We are so grateful for the support of Aberdeen Asset Management during 2015 which helps our work to continue in providing free respite break for Scotland’s most vulnerable children.”

Karin Hyland of Aberdeen Asset Management’s Charitable Foundation said:

“HopScotch holidays provide something which every child should be entitled to – the chance to enjoy a carefree break in a safe and caring environment where they can make new friends, have fun and experience the beauty of the countryside.”

The Aberdeen Asset Charitable Foundation was established in 2012 to formalise and develop the Group’s charitable giving globally. The Foundation seeks partnerships with smaller charities around the world, where funds can be seen to have a meaningful and measurable impact and the firm encourages its employees to use their time and skills to support its charitable projects.

For more information visit http://www.aberdeen-asset.co.uk/aam.nsf/foundation/home

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Aberdeen Hotel’s Superheroic Fundraising Effort for Kids

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Nov 062015

With thanks to Eoin Smith, Senior Account Executive, Tricker PR.

Superheroics, baking expertise and sporting prowess: they’re maybe not the first things that spring to mind when you think of a successful hotel. But for staff at The Aberdeen Altens Hotel, raising thousands of pounds for a local charity is top on their super powered to-do list.

From team bowling nights to a breakfast bake sale – which attracted the Northsound One Breakfast Show team – the hotel’s staff have taken part in a variety of unusual fundraising challenges throughout 2015 to raise much needed funds for Aberdeen charity, Cash for Kids.

As part of Cash for Kids’ Bed Appeal, which seeks to provide much-needed beds for disadvantaged children, members of staff were sponsored to wear their pyjamas and slippers to work. The staff also participated in a bed making challenge for the appeal, putting their hospitality skills to the test to make the perfect bed against the clock.

Many of the team have also had their running shoes on, taking part in the Colour Me Rad race, and providing catering and marshalling for the annual Baker Hughes 10k.

Another event saw the staff dressed as superheroes performing random acts of kindness to those visiting the hotel. Most popular amongst guests was the effort of two members of staff who dressed as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and made it their mission to hand out the characters’ favourite food – pizza – to hotel guests.

Julia Leitch, Aberdeen Cluster Sales Office Manager, says,

“It was important to us that the charity we supported in 2015 worked with the local community. The staff were all involved in selecting the charity, and Cash for Kids ticked all the boxes: the work they do with children in the north east is incredibly important, and we are proud to have been fundraising for such a worthwhile cause.

“At the beginning of October we held out first ever Volunteer Recognition Dinner in the hotel, which celebrated the efforts of Cash for Kids’ volunteers. But the year is not over yet, and we are looking forward to taking part in even more fundraising events between now and Christmas.”

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel still has a number of fundraising events coming up. As part of Mission Christmas, the hotel will become a drop-off point for presents for disadvantaged children in the area. New and unwrapped gifts can be handed in for children and young people aged 0-18, and many of the staff have already pledged their support for the cause. The team will also aid the Coats for Kids Appeal.

The Aberdeen Altens Hotel is part of The Hotel Collection, which has two other venues in the city – The Caledonian Hotel and The Aberdeen Skyway Hotel. There are 446 bedrooms across the three venues, and each has conferencing and banqueting facilities. The Aberdeen Altens Hotel also has a health and leisure club. Further information is available at www.thehotelcollection.co.uk/aberdeen

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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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