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Utility Aid in the Community

Giving Comfort: Steph’s Journey of Caring for Cats at an Animal Rescue

Hayley is Santa at her childrens' school

Recently, Hayley Oldfield embraced a festive opportunity to volunteer as Santa Claus at her children's school with the goal of raising funds for Stepping Stones Pre-School.

Utility Aid volunteer for National Autistic Society

Utility Aid had the immense honour of volunteering at the National Autistic Society's Christmas show.

Week 41 - RAF Radar Defence Museum

Helping out at the RAF Radar Defence Museum and it's haunted rooms.

Week 40 - Donkey Sanctuary

Spending the week frolicking in the fields with the Donkey Sanctuary

Week 19 - Spinal Injuries Association

This week I was learning what it's like to loose your ability to walk with the Spinal Injuries Association.

Week 18 - Reflection

This week I had a well deserved break from charities and reflected on the past 17 weeks.

Week 17 - Great Western Air Ambulance

Swooping in and saving lives - This week I was with the irreplaceable Great Western Air Ambulance.

Week 16 - Marie Curie

From painting bedrooms at a hospice to tea with the Chief Exec. My week with Marie Curie was humbling.

Week 15 - Lively Minds

This week I was with Lively Minds - A UK based charity that helps educate children in Africa.

Week 14 - Cuan Wildlife Rescue

This week I fed baby squirrels and blackbirds with Cuan Wildlife Rescue.

Week 13 - Wood Green

Unlucky for some, week 13 was anything but unlucky. I spent it with Wood Green, the animals charity and had a blast. I even got to go into surgery and save some lives!

Week 12 - National Trust

This weeks charity doesn't need any introduction. I was with the National Trust at the beautiful Cliveden site helping the staff manage the hoards of Easter crowds.

Week 11 - British Heart Foundation

After falling unwell at just 8 years old I was rushed into hospital for pioneering open heart surgery. The British Heart Foundation saved my life, so I spent my week giving back to the charity that gave me a second chance.

Week 10 - Animal Rescue Cumbria

Week 10 saw me in the beautiful Lake District with Animal Rescue Cumbria. A rescue centre of abandoned dogs and cats.

Week 9 - Sibs

This week I travelled from West Yorkshire to London and back meeting individuals who care for their brothers and sisters with learning disabilities.

Week 8 Brain Tumour Research

A commercial week packing and fulfilling orders with the Brain Tumour Research team.

Week 7 - RoSPA

Luke had an educational week at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, learning all about how them campaign for a safer Britain.

Week 6 - Guide Dogs for the Blind

This week Luke was at Guide Dogs for the Blind. From blindfold walking to puppy cuddling he definitely had the best week!

Week 5 - Cystic Fibrosis Trust

Week 5 was spent at the Cystic Fibrosis Trust in Kent. Being the only CF charity in the country, it was an eye opening look into the world of Cystic Fibrosis.

Week 4 - Bliss

This week I spent my week in hospital with Bliss, a charity that looks after babies who are born too soon or too sick.

Week 3 - Martin House

Luke spent his week at the Leeds based children's hospice Martin House.

Week 2 - Bag Books

This week saw me at the south London charity Bag Books making multi-sensory learning aids for severely disabled children

Resources for Autism

This week saw me visit Resources for Autism and help the amazing team deal with the daily struggles of living with autism.

Out and About

A week of meeting and greeting some more of the wonderful UA team as well as headline sponsors British Gas.

My First Week

My first week with UA has been not only incredible but also inspiring. Learning about all the great work UA do and what my role is as National Philanthropy Manager.