Stride for SADS UK
What a fantastic day we had for the SADS UK Stride to STOP SADS walk around the Serpentine in Hyde Park. Lisa said, it was a great day, I met with other Mum's and parents who'd lost children to SADS. It was good to speak with them, the 19th May 2024 is already a firm date in my diary.
Josh said, "Meeting other Dad's was a new experience for me. I must admit I was a little nervous about going, but it did me so much good, speaking with other people who understood. I even got the chance to relax and have a pint of beer with a new family I met."
Molly said, "Thank you SADS UK for such a well organised event, I really enjoyed the day and having my family's support really helped me understand how much everyone cared about Lisa."
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Stride with SADS UK to STOP SADS 2024
We are so pleased to let you know that SADS UK are holding another Stride to STOP SADS event this year on Sunday 19th May 2024, start time between 10am and 11am.
I thought you’d like to know that through the funds raised last year, we have been able to continue with our aims and objectives, including:
© Research into conditions that can cause SADS
© Support for families impacted by SADS
© Teaching CPR and defibrillator training in the community
© Installing Community Public Access Defibrillators
This year, the event has gained significant visibility on social media, thanks to our members support. Lots of people have said they would like to join Stride this year, so we thought we would like to invite you asap, as places are limited. We will be having a SADS family group photo at midday this year, Andrew is looking forward to taking a photo of all of us!
The SADS Team will be at the Gazebo near the Bandstand, eager to see you, as well as other SADS family supporters who come along on the day. As well as the walk, there’s plenty of time to relax and picnic, or choose your meal from the Serpentine Bar and Kitchen, the Colicci Serpentine Lido coffee house or one of the stalls around the lake – we’re spoilt for choice. You can even buy an ice cream if we have our usual beautiful weather, fingers crossed. We noticed that beer and wine went down quite well too and there will be plenty of free sweet goodies at the Gazebo.
Children and pets are welcome (as long as dogs are kept on leads) as the stroll around the Serpentine Lake is quite an easy walk.
I’ve attached the Stride Registration Form and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Candle ceremony
When a child leaves this life early, the grief can be overwhelming on a level unequaled by any other human tragedy. Regardless of the child’s age, the journey through grief that parents, grandparents, and siblings must endure is a difficult road to travel.
Bringing grieving parents, grandparents, and siblings together by the simple lighting of a candle creates a moment of still and calm as we focus on the flame of the candle gently burning, creating a feeling of inner peace.
The experience of lighting a candle in remembrance of a child is a ritual that many find helpful as they focus on the beauty of a departed child’s spirit.
Bev Brown skydiving fundraiser
Enormous thanks go to Bev Brown for undertaking a tandem skydive in memory of her brother Luke Organ. You can take part in a similar event by contacting Skyline events to let them know you would like to support SADS UK. email [email protected]
3 peaks mountain climb
Enormous thanks go to Mikey and Joe who climbed the Three Peaks in their Stride to STOP SADS. A fantastic challenge and very proud moment as they reach their final peak!
Sammy Holland marathon
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Rob Gundry London marathon
SADS UK London Marathon runners are doing well; Rob Gundry is an inspiration to all, living with a cardiac condition and an internal defibrillator he has really racked up the miles and sponsorship.
Joe Spooner fundraiser darts tournament
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SADS UK Retreat - 25th to 27th March 2023
SADS UK holds an Annual Retreat for members to share memories and be together. Our 2023 Retreat is being held for 2 nights on 25th to 27th March 2023 at The Warwickshire Park Hotel in Warwickshire.
Support SADS UK in 2021
SADS UK has places at the following events so if you and your family and friends want to raise awareness and funds for SADS UK and be part of something special get in touch. Each participant will receive a SADS UK fundraising pack and t-shirt. 
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SADS UK are delighted that their Patron Dr Hilary Jones MBE has been bestowed the title of Member of the British Empire in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
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Life Connections
Lifeconnections takes to the road in 2018, holding meetings in venues in different parts of the country.
Nursing Study Day
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Life After Cardiac Arrest - Light at the End of the Tunnel
Are you and/or your family struggling to cope with life after your cardiac arrest? With the assistance of cardiac experts and lifecoach, the aim of the meeting is to provide information and encouragement to live life to the full.
Inherited Cardiac Conditions
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Register for the SADS UK/College of Paramedics Conference on Thursday 15th May Volunteer Responding.
Dame Helen Mirren Supports SADS UK Campaign
Dame Helen Mirren supports the SADS UK Big Shock Campaign to make defibrillators mandatory in all schools.
