Jumbulance Trust News - February 2008

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JUMBULANCE BALL In September last the Picnic Ball in aid of the fund for the new Jumbulance was held at Ufton Court, Ufton Nervet in Berkshire, when some 500 people of all ages gathered for a magnificent evening of entertainment and music in the lovely setting of the Tythe Barn. What a success this was, and as a result of the generosity of so many supporters the total raised by the event was in excess of £42,000. Our sincere thanks are extended to all involved but in particular to Mr & Mrs Vaughan-Fowler, Chris Chisholm, David Lumsden, George Khrone and all their Committee who worked so hard to achieve this for us.

The Jumbulance Trust’s vision is of a world in which adults and children with disabilities are able to

maximise their quality of life through social and travel opportunities in specially designed vehicles, based

on a coach and ambulance configuration and known as ‘JUMBULANCE’S’.

FEBRUARY 2008

Jumbulance Trust Charity No. 1090731

EVERYCLICK

For those of you who now use Everyclick as your search engine, THANK YOU!!! You are helping to raise funds for the Trust every time you search the web! For those who haven’t yet registered, visit www.everyclick.com, select Jumbulance Trust as your charity and enter your first name, surname and your country of residence. There’s absolutely nothing else to do and no charge to you or us! Once signed up, each time you search through Everyclick, they donate 1p to Jumbulance Trust.

PEGGY LAWRENCE (nee SMITH)

ON-LINE SHOPPING!!!! Do use Everyclick for your online shopping, there are many stores who

will donate a percentage of every sale to us—Boots, M&S, Boden, Waterstones, E-bay, Amazon

and many others.

LOCAL FUNDRAISING There will be a concert of chamber music at Ufton Court, Ufton

Nervet on 19 April and there will be a further concert in Rothamstead Manor on 14 June and

two concerts in 2009 at Bride Hall, Ayot St Lawrence. For tickets please phone Ronald

Salvesen 07836230805.

Sadly Peggy who had been Group Organiser for Hemel Hempstead for many years died after a brave fight with cancer in August 2007. She will be remembered by many who travelled with her over several years for her dedication and commitment to make it happen. Peggy will also be remembered with Keith her first husband who was a VIP and great supporters or Jumbulance holidays. Many will recall Keith as the Marathon Wheelchair Man when with Peggy’s support and encouragement he ‘pushed’ himself some 100 miles along main roads in his marathon run from Loughborough to Redbourn in Hertfordshire, raising funds for the Jumbulances. None of this would have been possible without Peggy and the support of the family. Many will also have their own memories of time spent together on holiday in the Jumbulances thanks to Peggy’s enthusiasm and determination. Friends who attended her funeral service where a retir-ing collection was made raised £320 for the Jumbulance Trust, this money will be used to buy medical equipment for the new Jumbulance. The Trustees extend their grateful thanks to all who contributed so generously.

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WEST YORKSHIRE GROUPWEST YORKSHIRE GROUPWEST YORKSHIRE GROUPWEST YORKSHIRE GROUP————HOLLAND JULY 2007HOLLAND JULY 2007HOLLAND JULY 2007HOLLAND JULY 2007

“The group made its first visit to ‘t Slothuys in Spanbroek, in the north of Holland. We arrived on a bright sunny Sunday afternoon. On previous holidays we had always stayed in 4* accommodation, ’t Slothuys was an ex-nursing home and it came highly recommended as previous Jumbulance groups had stayed there. The accommodation was ideal for the disabled, each room consisted of a sitting room, a large bedroom with twin electric beds, a large wet room and smaller bath-room again large enough for a wheelchair with a toilet and sink. All rooms were on the ground floor which we appreciated. The staff made us very welcome and were eager to help. We had very mixed weather, summer sunshine, torrential rain and gale force winds. I had researched the area and with Les’s knowledge of the area we were able to choose

where to go on any particular day. We took a boat ride in heavy rain, some remained on deck unperturbed by the changing weather just glad to be on holiday. Holland had many hidden gems, we visited Harlingen crossing the Zuider Dam. Einerkusen we accessed by boat. Mid week we visited Amsterdam taking in the sites and some shopping ‘til they dropped. On Thursday we took a magical mystery tour to the clog and cheese factory which proved a great hit. We completed our week with a visit to Hoorne. Our

thanks as ever go to Les and Jim, they worked tirelessly throughout the week in making sure we had an enjoyable holiday.” Angela Kennedy

For more information phone Angela Kennedy

West Yorkshire Jumbulance Group 01924 863415, e-mail: [email protected]

Tel: +31 226360160, E-mail: [email protected], Web: www.lakeland.nl

VOLUNTEER HELPERS

If you have previously travelled or would be interested in travelling on a Jumbulance as a volunteer helper and carer and find you are unable to join a local group for whatever reason then please contact the office as we have trips departing from all over the UK, all needing volunteers. We may be able to match you with a suitable group and would be happy to help arrange transport to and from the departure point. David Cotterrell is taking a group from Louth in Lincolnshire to Blackpool for a week’s holiday in June and is looking for additional help. He has offered financial assistance to anyone who might be interested.


BORDER GROUPBORDER GROUPBORDER GROUPBORDER GROUP————LOFER, AUSTRIA SEPT 07LOFER, AUSTRIA SEPT 07LOFER, AUSTRIA SEPT 07LOFER, AUSTRIA SEPT 07

Austria was the destination of the Border

Group this year which proved to be an

unforgettable 10 days in the beautiful Tyrol

region. After 18 months of planning the 20

strong group for the first time took the

overnight P&O ferry crossing from Hull to

Rotterdam, during which everyone enjoyed the

excellent facilities on board, including the

comfortable wheelchair-friendly cabins,

excellent food and lively evening entertainment.

The day after arriving the group took a cable car ride to the top of Mount Schmitten Hohe

from where they enjoyed the spectacular views and refreshments. The short journey to

Lake Konissee on the Monday saw the group taking a boat trip on the tranquil lake from

where they could see the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s retreat during the Second World War. The

evening brought the eagerly-anticipated ‘Do Something Night’ during which group members

entertained with song and verse. Tuesday the group enjoyed the magnificent scenery and

buildings of Salzburg, followed by a quiz in the evening, Wednesday was a free day for all

with a fancy dress party in the evening at which everyone had a great time. One of the

many highlights of the trip was Thursday’s expedition to the foothills of the Grossglockner

ice path where the group took a lunch-stop in glorious weather, before heading to Ferleiten

Wildlife Park where one VIP commented it had been 30 years since she had visited a zoo.

The group would like to thank the family Grisseman and all the staff at the Hubertus for

looking after them so well and giving them a ‘home from home’.

For more information: Gordon Jackson, Tel: 01450375353

Holiday address: Hotel Hubertus, Am Dorfplatz 1, A3352 Filzmoos, Austria

Tel: +43 6453 8204

E-mail: [email protected]

Web: www.relaischateaux.com


A POEM FROM Shirley Tomlinson, a traveller from LiverpoolA POEM FROM Shirley Tomlinson, a traveller from LiverpoolA POEM FROM Shirley Tomlinson, a traveller from LiverpoolA POEM FROM Shirley Tomlinson, a traveller from Liverpool

A Poem kindly sent to us by Shirley Tomlinson, a traveller from Liverpool

We all set off from Huddersfield one bright October day, plied with tea and coffee on a cunning little tray.

Then Margaret and her gallant crew served lovely salad lunch, and brought round tea and biscuits and sweets for us to crunch.

Then when we got to Dover we’d a nice hot meal as well, and I began to notice a distinctly belly swell I thought that I might loose some weight and shed my rolls of fat

but Margaret and her saboteurs had just put paid to that. The movement of the ferry boat seemed hardly to advance.

In fact we were surprised to find we’d reached the shores of France But that night, what a drama ….. John was missing from the bus

and people rushed around and searched creating lots of fuss. He wasn’t hiding in the loss, or on the luggage rack …..

Then Margaret gave a stern command, “You can’t go on! GO BACK!” So Jumbulance was turned around, Les took the wheel from Jim muttering,

“when I find the b….. I”ll tear him limb from limb”. And when at last we found John, somewhat shaken but not stirred,

we knew that we were dealing with a very wily bird He climbed on board the Jumbulance acknowledging his fame

then Janice found some handcuffs, lest he escape again

SCUNTHORPE GROUPSCUNTHORPE GROUPSCUNTHORPE GROUPSCUNTHORPE GROUP————NORTHERN ITALY, SEPT 07NORTHERN ITALY, SEPT 07NORTHERN ITALY, SEPT 07NORTHERN ITALY, SEPT 07

“From leaving Scunthorpe on 6th September to returning on 16th, everything was first class!! The drivers were a credit to the Trust, smart and immaculate at all times and nothing was too much trouble and the bus was always kept clean and tidy. Without their experience and knowledge we would not have seen so many lovely places. Having been to the Tyrol many times before, some of them were even new to me. Sailing from Hull, a first but it was great, P&O were very helpful and gave us lots of help both ways, nothing was too much trouble and we were given VIP treatment at all times both on and off the boat, the food was first class and entertainment excellent! This was our first trip to Albert’s new Hotel and on arrival Albert was there to meet us and welcomed us like long lost friends. The Hotel is lovely, the rooms are quiet big and all wheelchair friendly, some have showers, others baths, the swimming pool is very nice and again wheelchair friendly including larger wheelchairs. The food is really good and the staff are very nice. Once again, a great holiday enjoyed by everybody.” Cynthia Huby

For More information contact: Cynthia Huby, Scunthorpe Group. Tel: 01724347143

Hotel Details: Hotel Alpin, Pflerschtal, Ladurns 84, 39040 Gossensass, Sudtirol

Tel: +39 0472770101 E-mail: [email protected] Www.hotelalpin.it


As we neared our destination we piled bags in a heap to clear the bed space needed for folks to go to sleep

……..er……….. reallocation? drawing lots or lucky dip? I decided that it added an excitement to the trip. Would I p’raps get Margaret’s knickers, frilly lace and subtle pink?

Unlike my cotton stalwarts, well, it really makes you think. Would I spend a week in Roger’s shoes? Would I fit in Sheila’s bra?

Well I hope you will forgive me if you think I’ve gone too far. I’m going to stop my scribbling here, in case you’re getting bored and look out at the countryside as we trundle down to Lourdes

Lots of trips and lots of fun: wine, beer and gin and tonic—I never knew that Jumbos knew just how much to frolic We visited Hosanna House and looked around the shops,

then filled out bags with gifts for friends as if we’d never stop We took our coach on Tuesday to the City of the Poor, set in a truly lovely place …. An ever open door

Where those in any sort of pain who seek for solace, rest are given an abundant love as to an honoured guest. But watching wheelchairs pushed up hills, we happened just to glance

and Margaret B had pushed so hard, she’d even split her pants! And John too had some problems, how much more could he take and then he found that Michael had applied the wheelchair brake! Then the candle light procession…….a wondrous, moving sight, thousands of worldwide pilgrims, processing through the night.

A night we’ll all remember, yes the memory will remain of all our lovely Jumbo friends lit by a candle flame Wednesday … International Mass and photo’s by the score but then five minutes later the rain began to pour So afternoon at leisure, to sleep, chat, drink or read, and if you’re ambidextrous you could do all four at speed

Thursday … at the seaside but only the best for us, no fish and chips and stick of rock, we’re off to St Jean de Luz!

The eleventh of October, a time to celebrate, Andy’s ordered sunshine for Michael’s special date So happy birthday Michael, we wish you lots of fun, best wishes and much happiness, God Bless from everyone

And what a party was enjoyed, by Jumbos one and all The elegant dancing of Margaret and Maggie, held everyone in thrall

Rachel and Andy recited, Les tied two in a knot, Mac gave a poetic rendering, and then ...the singing spot … Father Richard sang (with gestures), Margaret G’s voice rang out clear,

will we see them next on the X-Factor when the series reappears? Then wheelchairs were all homeward bound when everyone was finished,

weaving a somewhat wayward route and still no care diminished. Our last night … presentation time to Rachel, Margaret, Mags and also Father Richard for ironing out all snags

And working so unceasingly to make our holiday, so very special in every kind of way So lots of love to all our friends and now I must get cracking, for we are off on Saturday and I haven’t done my packing.

Before we all departed Jeanette packed up with care but when asked “Where’s your Passport?”, she found it wasn’t there !

It wasn’t in her travel bag, it was difficult to trace but at last it was located at the bottom on her case ! Relief all round …. Her friends had feared, she’d have to stay behind so they’d all chipped in for a phrase book which I think was very kind.

However, I’ve no cause to feel full of efficiency, for when I opened up my bag I’d nicked the Hotel key ! When we go to Calais we were ordered off the bus to see if passport photos looked anything like us

And as we waited in the chill, two stately galleons danced and you will never see greater talent than this, the length and breadth of France

So if you go to Paris book seats for the Follies Bergere, for among the high kickers all flashing their knickers, our duo may be there …..

The customs then attempted to wake up one and all but Jim slept through the hullabaloo of this very early call When at last we go to Huddersfield, how sad it was to part,

but we’ll keep the folks of the Jumbulance forever in our hearts So thanks to you dear carers, Father Richard and all dear friends

And thanks to our wonderful drivers and here my saga ends!!

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THE MIDITHE MIDITHE MIDITHE MIDI

“For our group travelling by Jumbulance was ideal. One VIP travelled in total

relaxation as she could use the bed to sleep on and everyone else enjoyed

being able to be themselves with people they knew. The holiday was a magical

experience. The Jumbulance staff and Disney staff gave us memories we will

not forget. Thank you!!”

Ann Cresswell, Group Leader from Blair House in Lincolnshire

2007 has been a great success for the Midi, taking groups for short holidays to Eurodisney, Bruges, Lytham St Annes and Llandudno and transporting the World Handcycling champions from Canterbury to Deal and Hyde Park as part of the Tour de France (left). We had several new bookings this year for long weekend breaks which all proved successful, enjoyed by all and demonstrated

the value of the flexibility offered by this particular Jumbulance and trailer. There were many day trips including Woburn, Southsea, Southend, Paradise Park, Slimbridge, Milton Keynes for a shopping trip, tours of London and the Christmas lights. All great fun and very memorable for those travelling. We also had the pleasure of collecting from Birmingham an elderly lady with her whole family, taking them to Llangollen where she had lived as a child then married. Her family wished her to see her childhood home as a birthday treat. Overlooking the beautiful river Dee and Steam Railway is where the family went for lunch. She travelled comfortably ensconced in a stretcher bed and on arrival transferred to her wheelchair. Her family were almost embarrassingly grateful to the Trust for making this trip possible. Geoff Gale

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Make a single gift by completing the donation form on the back of this Newsletter.

Make a regular gift through Standing Order. This is a simple, safe and cost effective way to give to keep our administration costs to a minimum, allowing us to make the very best use of your donation. If you would like to make either a single of regular donation please complete and return the form on the back of this Newsletter. Payroll Giving Try approaching the large Companies in your area and persuading them to include the Jumbulance Trust in their list of nominated Charities for their employers to support.

Gifts in Your Will—Helping others after your lifetime Leaving a gift in your will is the best way to ensure that we can continue our valuable work. We are a small charity so your gift, no matter how small, will make a big difference.

Leaving a legacy—What you need to do There are two main legacies that you can leave:

• Residuary legacy – which is a share of the remainder of your estate after all other payments have been met.

• Pecuniary legacy – a fixed amount of money that has been specified in your will. Suggested words for your will The following words are considered quite normal for this type of gift: ‘I bequeath to Jumbulance Trust of Delaport Coach House, Lamer Lane, Wheathampstead, St Albans, Herts, AL4 8RQ, Registered Charity No. 1090731, the sum of £_________ (for a pecuniary be-quest), or: the residue of my estate (for a residuary bequest) to be used by Jumbulance Trust at its discre-tion.’ For further information on leaving a legacy to Jumbulance Trust, or if you would like to discuss in confi-dence how you can include a gift in your will, please get in touch using the contact information be-low. Donation in memory You may want to request that well-wishers make a donation to Jumbulance Trust in your memory, perhaps instead of buying flowers.

HOW TO MAKE A DONATION

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Since t he last Newslet t er we have cont inued t o r eceive most gener ous suppor t including in

par t icular f r om: The Harpenden Village Rotary Club, The Harpenden Classics on t he

Common, Parker Classical, Childwick Trust , Cleopat ra Trust , Tony Metherell Charit able

Trust , Leach No. 14 Trust , James Weir Foundat ion, The Mactaggart Third Fund, The

Misses Barrie Charitable Trust , Carpent ers’ Co, The Mercers’ Company, R S Brownless

Charit able Trust , The Astor Foundat ion, Souter Charit able Trust , The Rank Founda-

t ion, Alchemy Foundat ion, Ardwick Trust , The Roger Brooke Charit able Trust , True-

mark Trust , The Mr & Mrs J T Morgan Foundat ion, Johnson & Johnson, Starkie Bence

Charit able Trust , Rothschild & Sons Ltd, The Christopher Laing Foundat ion, Mary

Webb Trust , The Dixie Rose Findlay Charit able Trust , Frank Russon Charit able Trust ,

A&S Burton 1960 Charit able Trust , A&S Charit ies Ltd

We ext end sincer e t hanks t o all who have been so gener ous and act ive in r aising f unds f or

us in a var iet y of ways.

THE NEW JUMBULANCE FUND

Just over 12 months have passed since the Trustees decided to launch a fund to purchase a new Jumbulance and thanks to the generosity of several grant making trusts and our many supporters and well wishers, we now have almost reached our target and anticipate placing an order this Spring for delivery in time for the 2009 season.

If you wish to make a donation, we ask that you fill in this form and follow the four easy steps: 1. Tell us who you are: Full name: …………………………………………………...…………………………………………………………………….. Address: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. ………………………………………………………………… Post Code:…...………………………………………………….. Telephone: ……………………………….……………………E-mail: ………………………………..………………………… 2. Tell us about your donation I would like to make a donation of £ …………………and enclose a cheque made payable to Jumbulance Trust, or would like to make regular monthly payments (please complete and return the mandate below ) 3. Gift Aid Donation Using Gift Aid means that for every pound you give, we can get an extra 28 pence from the Inland Revenue. This means that £15 can be turned into £19.20 just so long as donations are made through Gift Aid. Imagine what a difference that could make, and it doesn’t cost you a thing. So if you want your donation to go further, Gift Aid it. I want all donations I’ve made since 6 April 2000 and all donations in the future to be Gift Aid until I notify you otherwise. Yes □ No □ 4. Post your form and donation Please post this completed form together with your cheque, if you have chosen to donate by cheque, to Jumbulance Trust, Delaport Coach House, Lamer Lane, Wheathampstead, St Albans, Herts, AL4 8RQ.

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STANDING ORDER MANDATE From: Name ……………………………………………………………………….……………………….…………... Address ………………………………………………………………...………………………………………... . ………………………………………………………………..………………Post Code ………………………. To: Bank …………………………………………………………………………………….……..………………… Address …………………………………………………………………………...………………….…………. ……………………………………………………………………………..…Post Code ………………………. A/c No: …………………............................................. Sort Code ……………….………………………………..……. On the first day of each *month/quarter/year commencing on: ……….……………………….…… and continuing until ………..……………………(insert date) or until further notice * delete as appropriate

Please credit A/c Name: NEW JUMBULANCE TRAVEL TRUST Bank: Lloyds TSB, 18 High Street, HARPENDEN, Herts AL5 2TA Sort Code: 30-93-90 Account: 00778083 Amount: £………………………………… (……………………………………………………………) In words

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