Great Western Air Ambulance (GWAAC) Defib Package

A Message From Dr James Tooley - Great Western Air Ambulance Charity

💚 A huge THANK YOU to Dr Andrew Holdstock and Dr James Tooley from Great Western Air Ambulance Charity for taking the time to create this important video for us.
 
In the video, Dr James explains the vital importance of Early CPR and Defibrillation in the event of a Cardiac Arrest – and why every second counts before an Air Ambulance arrives on scene. 🚑⚡
 
👉 Please watch, share this video far and wide, and help us spread the message that early action saves lives.
👉 Tag a friend who needs to see this.
👉 And don’t forget to Like, Share, and Follow the Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare Project to keep supporting our life-saving mission!
 
Together, we can make Weston-super-Mare a Heart Safe Community. 💚
 

Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare Honoured by Great Western Air Ambulance Charity

We are proud to share that in September 2025, Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare received a Certificate of Appreciation and a heartfelt letter of thanks from the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC).

This recognition was awarded in appreciation of the ongoing support and dedication shown by our entire project team, ambassadors, sponsors, fundraising partners, and the wider community. Together, we have worked tirelessly to ensure that life-saving defibrillators are accessible throughout Weston-super-Mare, helping to create a stronger chain of survival for anyone suffering a sudden cardiac arrest.

The certificate and letter highlight the value of our continued efforts, and it is truly an honour to be recognised by GWAAC – an organisation whose crews provide vital emergency care across our region every single day.

This achievement is not just for Donate For Defib, but for everyone who has supported our journey – from businesses hosting defibrillators, to community members raising funds, to those who help spread awareness.

💙 A huge thank you to Great Western Air Ambulance Charity for this award – and thank you to all who make our work possible. Together, we continue to save lives.

Josh - Project Lead & Joe Hughes - Partnerships Manager (GWAAC)

🚨💛 LIFE-SAVING PARTNERSHIPS IN ACTION! 💛🚨
 
We are so proud to highlight the ongoing collaboration of our incredible Donate For Defib W-s-M Project and Great Western Air Ambulance Charity. Josh Bell, Project Lead, and the amazing Joe Hughes, Partnerships Manager at Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC)! 🙌
 
They have worked together for many years, and throughout that time, we’ve seen incredible achievements and life-saving developments grow across our region – from community-accessible defibrillators (AEDs) to clinical training and vital awareness campaigns.
 
This partnership continues to evolve, with exciting new updates for both clinical and non-clinical teams on the horizon – we can’t wait to share more with you soon! 🙏
 
➡️ Our next catch-up meeting is Thursday, and we’re buzzing with ideas to take our community impact to the next level.
 
💬 Thank you, Joe, for your continued passion, dedication, and leadership in delivering emergency care where and when it’s needed most.
 
📸 A huge shoutout to Ian Phillips Photography for capturing this powerful moment, featuring the iconic GWAAC Critical Care Car, a symbol of urgent, advanced medical response 🚑💚
 
Stay tuned – more updates coming soon!
 

Our Ongoing Letter Of Support

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