Dorset County Hospital Charity has expressed its gratitude for a substantial donation received from the Dorset Young Farmers Club, which was presented on behalf of their committee member, Tracy Hounsome.
The donation, totaling £600, was handed over to the hospital’s Breast Care Team in recognition of the care provided to Tracy, the County Organiser, following her breast cancer diagnosis late last year.
Reflecting on her experience, Tracy remarked, “The support from everyone at the Breast Cancer Unit was amazing, from my surgeon to the cancer nurses. They were always friendly and approachable at every step of my care, with follow-ups after each surgery and continued support thereafter. I would urge anyone who is asked to go for a Mammogram to do so, this was how my diagnosis was found, no lumps or bumps it is so important, and a few minutes out of your day is nothing compared to the outcomes. I was lucky that everything was found so early and that the Breast Cancer Team was supporting me straight away.“
The donation was made by Tracy, Amy Wonnacott (County Chairman), and Andy Seare (County President), following funds raised at their Entertainments Evening in December 2023. Tracy and her colleagues specifically wished to extend their gratitude to Vivien Ng, the breast care surgeon, and the entire team involved in her treatment.
Additionally, the Young Farmers presented the team with a generous hamper.
Vicky Hunt, the DCH Charity Fundraising Officer who coordinated the presentation, commented, “It was a pleasure to meet Tracy, Amy, and Andy, and to introduce them to the DCH team who had cared for Tracy during her treatment. Our staff were deeply appreciative of the donation and the wonderful hamper, which will be shared with staff and patients on the Unit.”
This donation follows previous support from the Dorset Young Farmers for Dorset County Hospital’s Greatest Need Appeal in 2023. DCH Charity expressed its sincere thanks to all Young Farmers who contributed to the fundraising event, making this generous donation possible.
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