The Committee And Professional Support
The committee meets on a regular basis to discuss the needs of patients, act on their behalf when necessary and manage the charity’s funds.
The ‘Open Arms’ committee can also help in some circumstances which fall outside the boundaries set by the Services, with travel, transport and accommodation.
COMMITTEE as of May 2008
Mrs Fiona Gordon Chairman
Major Sam Sharwell OIC
Mrs Dawn Pearson Secretary/Akrotiri Medical Centre
Ms Donna Davey Treasurer
Mrs Christine Nash Welfare Officer Akrotiri
Mrs Sally Dey Public Relations
Mrs Tricia Grieves Fundraising/Support Group Representative
Mrs Nicola Chard Nurse Manager Episkopi Medical Centre
Mrs Lorraine Dooley ESBA Representative
Mrs Tina Roulston ESBA Representative Medical Centre Dhekalia
Mrs Christine Withey Website Statistics
Where needed, the committee can call on
- Health and welfare professionals with a particular interest and experience in the field of oncology.
- Medical staff with aeromed experience.
- Obtain help from professionals with practical issues and can act on the patient’s behalf with other agencies.
- Arrange counselling for the patient or a family member.
- Arrange talks by welfare professionals to raise awareness of breast and testicular cancer.
- Access to a financial adviser if you are having difficulties in managing your budget.
If you need professional advice, please
Telephone or fax +357 25 952677 (an answering service), Mobile: 9661057;
e-mail: openarms@cytanet.com.cy
or use our feedback form