Charity
At Blanchards Bailey, we're committed to supporting causes that make a real difference to our community. Every year, our team selects a charity, focusing on fundraising and volunteering efforts where they can have a meaningful impact. As we step into the new year, we're proud to announce our support for Dorset County Hospital Charity and its Emergency & Critical Care Appeal in 2026 and 2027.
Why Dorset County Hospital Charity Matters
Dorset County Hospital provides essential hospital services to around 300,000 people across Weymouth and Portland, West and North Dorset, as well as Purbeck. The demand for its Emergency Department has grown significantly, with more than 52,000 attendances in 2024/25 despite the current department having been designed to treat around 22,000 patients a year.
A Major Investment in Critical Care
To meet this growing need, a new Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit is due to open in 2027 as part of a £100 million investment in hospital facilities across West and North Dorset for 25 years.
Dorset County Hospital Charity's 2.5 million Emergency & Critical Care Appeal will help fund enhanced facilities and equipment, including:
- Paediatric bed space and associated equipment
- Improved relatives' room
- Dedicated child and adolescent mental health facilities
- Staff rest areas
- A therapeutic Winter Garden
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Through this partnership, our staff will join our clients and business partners in a series of fundraising activities and events across the next two years. By working together, we hope to play a meaningful part in helping Dorset County Hospital deliver the very best possible environment for patients, their families and NHS staff."
Get Involved
Our Society and Charity Committee will lead a range of fundraising activities in 2026 and 2027, inviting our staff, clients and the local community in Blandford, Dorchester, Shaftesbury, Weymouth and beyond to support this important appeal.
How You Can Help
If you'd like to contribute to this vital cause, donations can be made through our JustGiving fundraising page for Dorset County Hospital Charity. We're very grateful for any support you can give!
Together, we can make a lasting difference to emergency and critical care services in our community.
So, how can we help?
Whatever your requirements, our team is standing by.
Call us today on
01258 459361