The Warndon community has helped fund two new defibrillators, through money raised at a recent Family Fun Day.
Pride in Place Warndon welcomed residents to its Family Fun Day in September, providing an opportunity for the community to come together.
During the event £453 was raised through a raffle for new defibrillators at Warndon Community Hub and St Wulstan's Church. This amount was match funded by the Pride in Place Warndon scheme.
Members of the Pride in Place Warndon board recently visited Warndon Community Hub to present a cheque for a new defibrillator.
Board member Wesley Joyce, who leads on business partnerships, said: "It was fantastic to see local businesses come together to support our Family Fun Day. Their generosity, alongside the wider community's support, has enabled us to fund these vital pieces of equipment which could help save lives."
Lucy Evans, the board's representative for family support, added: "It was wonderful to see families enjoying the activities on offer throughout the day. Events like this bring people together and help build pride in the local area.
"We're delighted that the money raised has helped provide these much-needed defibrillators, and we'd like to thank everyone who contributed to the event's success."
Helen Davies, chief executive at Warndon Community Trust received the cheque.
She added: “We would like to say a big thank you to Pride in Place Warndon for providing the funding to replace the defibrillator at Warndon Hub. Warndon Hub is at the heart of the local community, welcoming local residents including older people, families and those who may be more vulnerable every day.
“The new defibrillator is an important lifesaving resource for the whole community, not just those who use the hub or access Worcester Community Trust’s services.
“Having this equipment available means that local residents and the wider community can benefit from access to vital emergency equipment should it ever be needed.
“We are extremely grateful for this investment in the safety and wellbeing of the Warndon community.”
