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    Meet our Volunteers

    A chance to hear the stories behind the wonderful Volunteers here at the Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust. Read more

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Lollipop Funded vCreate for Paediatric Epilepsy Neurology Service

Lollipop Funded vCreate for Paediatric Epilepsy Neurology Service

Lollipop kindly funded our first year contract with a secure platform called vCreate. vCreate has enabled many patients and their families to securely upload video footage of epilepsy episodes, in turn aiding many Children and Young People with their diagnosis of Epilepsy. Read more

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Published: 24th July, 2024

Updated: 25th July, 2024

Author: Rebecca Seamons

Location: Darenth Wood Road, Dartford, da2 8da

Ride4Life Reunion ride

Ride4Life Reunion ride

16 riders from the Ride4Life - Valley to Amsterdam 2019 Charity bike ride in 2019, reunited to celebrate the approval of our Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) soon to be upgraded to a Neonatal Unit. Read more

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Published: 17th August, 2023

Hartley Music Festival & Picnic

Hartley Music Festival & Picnic

HARTLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL RESCHEDULED FOR 22nd AUGUST It is with regret the Hartley Music Festival has been postponed. The new date is Sunday 22nd August 2021. PLEASE DO DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS TO THE ORGANIZER CONTACT DETAILS ON THE POSTER – 01474 705050 or www.fivestarlocal.co.uk Read more

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Published: 4th May, 2021

Updated: 23rd July, 2021

Author: Graham Hampsheir

Location: Manor Field, Church Road, Hartley, DA3 8DT

Comments: 6

Harry's cycle for NHS Staff

Harry's cycle for NHS Staff

Harry is 8 years old and after watching Boris Johnson’s announcement of a third lockdown, felt inspired to do something to help the staff of our local NHS hospital, Darent Valley. Read more

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Published: 1st February, 2021

Knitting stall is up and running

Knitting stall is up and running

Our knitting stall runs on a Monday between 10am - 2pm in the Hospital Reception raising money for the special care of babies. Read more

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Published: 13th January, 2020

Author: Sally George

In Loving Memory of Jack Longbon

In Loving Memory of Jack Longbon

Jack's family presented a cheque for £1,250 to Walnut Ward, donations from Jack's funeral. Read more

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Published: 15th April, 2019

Author: Sally George

Meet our Volunteers

Meet our Volunteers

A chance to hear the stories behind the wonderful Volunteers here at the Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust. Read more

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Published: 11th December, 2018

Updated: 15th March, 2019

Author: Anonymised User

Challenging ourselves for the Special Care Baby Unit

Challenging ourselves for the Special Care Baby Unit

Becky Newnes, her brother Matt and brother in-law Tony wanted to give something back after all three of their children spent time on SCBU. Read more

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Published: 7th May, 2018

Updated: 12th October, 2018

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  • Primark Bluewater deliver wonderful gifts for Walnut Ward (SCBU)

    Primark Bluewater deliver wonderful gifts for Walnut Ward (SCBU)

    A huge shout out to Sarah and Emily from Primark in Bluewater , who visited Walnut Ward on Tuesday and generously donated a comprehensive array of essential items for our babies and rooming-in parents.

  • First Half Marathon, Fantastic Cause, Incredible Result!

    First Half Marathon, Fantastic Cause, Incredible Result!

    Congratulations to Darent Valley Hospital (DVH) ’s very own Cintia Bailey and her great friend Gabriella Musa, who successfully completed the 2026 Hackney Moves Half Marathon last Sunday.

  • Teni Lemo

    Teni Lemo - Fundraising Volunteer

  • Volunteers Kindly Donate Further Wheelchairs

    Volunteers Kindly Donate Further Wheelchairs

    Trevor and Barbara Williams have donated two more wheelchairs to Darent Valley Hospital, helping to enhance patient flow in the emergency department.

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  • What volunteering roles can I do?

    There are a number of roles that you can help with at the Hospital

  • Support the special care of babies

    Support the special care of babies

    Our Little Buds Fund supports our Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) and our Maternity Wards.

  • What is the application process?

    The process when you have completed your online application form.

  • Make a donation

    How to make an online or postal donation. We are grateful for your support, big or small

  • What do I need to be a volunteer?

    Eligibility as a Volunteer

  • Help us care for seriously ill children

    Help us care for seriously ill children

    Our Lollipop Appeal is raising crucial funds to benefit the care of sick and critically ill children, from babies to teens, in our hospitals.

  • How long will it take to process my volunteer application?

    The application time can vary depending on our waiting list

  • Mission, Vision and Values

    Mission, Vision and Values

    Our mission is to enhance patient care at Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust.

  • What we do

    Valley Hospital Charity supports Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust to deliver the best possible patient care

  • Beating Cancer in your local area

    Beating Cancer in your local area

    Help your Hospital to introduce the latest technologies to detect, diagnose and treat cancer.

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Darent Valley Hospital 
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Valley Hospital Charity is the working title of Dartford and Gravsesham NHS Trust Charitable Fund (1050861) and is registered with the Charity Commission of England and Wales.