Oxygen and Wellness Therapy Centre

⭐ Volunteer Spotlight ⭐

As part of Volunteer Week, we want to shine a light on someone very special to us all — our dear Ronnie, some may know her as Cookie ❤️

After an incredible 18 years of volunteering with the Oxygen and Wellness Therapy Centre, Ronnie has recently retired from her role, and we simply cannot thank her enough for everything she has given to our charity over the years.

Throughout her time with us, Ronnie took on many roles, including Secretary for the Board of Trustees and Chamber Operator, while also helping tirelessly with fundraising events and supporting members, volunteers, and staff alike. Ronnie truly has been the heart and soul of our charity for many years.

During Covid, Ronnie sadly lost her husband and also suffered a stroke herself. Despite everything she faced, she remained determined and committed to her volunteering role. Even after losing her independence and no longer being able to drive, Ronnie would still get a taxi every single week to continue helping at the centre.

We were also proud to be able to support Ronnie in her physical recovery through the use of our specialised power-assisted exercise machines. Each week, Ronnie would arrive early to complete her exercises before beginning her volunteer shift.

Ronnie has always been full of life, bringing smiles, laughter, and her wonderfully cheeky sense of humour to us all. Sadly, due to health reasons, Ronnie has now had to step away from volunteering, and she will be missed terribly by everyone at the centre.

Recently, we visited Ronnie at home to present her with a tree, a gift from us all and to say a heartfelt thank you for her years of dedication, kindness, and support.

We would love to hear your memories of Ronnie in the comments below, or if you would like to leave a message of thanks, please do — we will make sure she gets to see them. 💙

A massive thank you from all of us here, Ronnie, for everything you have done. You truly are one in a million.

❤ Volunteer Week 1st - 7th June ❤

Not all heroes wear capes…
but our volunteers certainly deserve one. 💙

This Volunteer Week, here at the Oxygen and Wellness Therapy Centre, we want to celebrate the incredible people who give their time, their energy, and their hearts to our charity.

It takes a special kind of person to volunteer, and we are lucky enough to have some amazing individuals who do just that. Some have stood beside us for more than 18 years — a lifetime of kindness, compassion, laughter, and care. We can’t even begin to count the hours they’ve given… but what we do know is that every single one has made a difference.

They arrive with smiles, professionalism, passion, and warmth, brightening the centre even on the darkest of days. For so many of our members, they are a comforting voice, a helping hand, and a shining light when it’s needed most.

What makes them even more remarkable is that many manage health challenges of their own, yet still give so much of themselves to others. Their strength and selflessness never go unnoticed.

Each volunteer brings something unique — whether it’s wise words, dad jokes that make us laugh, green fingers that brighten our gardens, or homemade treats that fill the centre with joy. But the one thing they all share, in abundance, is love, kindness, and compassion. Those are the things that truly make this centre such a happy and comforting place for everyone who walks through our doors.

As a manager, I honestly couldn’t ask for more. Their support means the world — although we probably shouldn’t say too loudly how wonderful they are… someone might try to poach them!

Not all volunteers are always seen. Some work quietly behind the scenes, giving their time, knowledge, and support to help keep the charity running smoothly, like our wonderful trustees, who work tirelessly to ensure the centre is well managed, financially secure, and always operating with our members at the very heart of every decision we make.

Their dedication may often happen out of sight, but the impact they have on the centre, our staff, volunteers, and members is truly invaluable. 💙

So this Volunteer Week, we want to say a huge thank you not only to our volunteers, but to volunteers everywhere who go above and beyond every single day.

In a world that can sometimes feel heavy, they remind us that there is still so much goodness, kindness, and love around us.

And we are incredibly lucky to have all of that right here, in our little corner of Herefordshire. ✨

Please help us celebrate our volunteers — and volunteers everywhere across the UK — by sharing your appreciation in the comments below. 💙

We would love to hear your stories and experiences. Perhaps you’ve visited the centre and been touched by the kindness of our volunteers, maybe you’ve met incredible volunteers elsewhere, or perhaps you volunteer yourself.

Whatever your story may be, let’s use this week to spread awareness, share gratitude, and remind one another just how much volunteers mean to our communities. 🌟

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Today we were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jill Archer, a much-loved member of our centre for over 15 years.

Jill’s son contacted us to let us know that, in recognition of the care and support she received from the centre over the years, Jill kindly left a donation of £1000 in her will. We are incredibly touched by this thoughtful gift and the kindness behind it.

Although it had been a few years since Jill was last able to visit us due to transport difficulties, she remained very much a part of our centre family and will be remembered fondly by all who knew her.

We would like to express our heartfelt condolences to Jill’s family and thank them for honouring her wishes in such a meaningful way. Donations like these make a huge difference to our charity and help us continue supporting others in similar circumstances.

Jill’s legacy will live on through the people who will benefit from the work her generosity helps make possible. She will be greatly missed and warmly remembered. 💖

☀️Sunshine Forecast☀️

With the upcoming warm weather over the coming week, we just wanted to let everyone know that we will be doing everything we can to keep the centre as cool and comfortable as possible. We’ll have blinds closed where needed and a small portable air conditioning unit running, however please bear in mind that the centre may still feel warmer than usual — particularly inside the oxygen chamber.

Please only attend your appointment if you feel well enough to do so, as we understand that hot weather can exacerbate symptoms for some health conditions.

We encourage everyone to stay hydrated. We have a water cooler on site which you are very welcome to use to refill water bottles, and we also have small handheld fans available for use in the chamber.

If you need to cancel or amend any appointments due to the heat, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Thank you for your understanding and take care in the warm weather.

✨ Join us for a relaxing Sound Bath Taster Session with at Hereford Oxygen & Wellness Therapy Centre ✨

Take some time to unwind, reset, and recharge while immersed in soothing sound vibrations designed to support wellbeing and relaxation.

Benefits of sound baths may include:
🌿 Reduced stress and anxiety
🌿 Deep relaxation
🌿 Improved sleep
🌿 Mental clarity and focus
🌿 A sense of calm and emotional balance

This is a special taster session and, if popular, we hope to make it a regular activity at the centre.

📍 Limited to just 10 places — book soon to avoid disappointment!

💷 Cost: £15 per person
📞 Book by calling 01432 261249
📧 Or email [email protected]

Payment in advance is required.

Please note: cancellations made within 48 hours of the session are non-refundable unless the space can be filled. As a charity, this helps us cover the cost of running the session.

We look forward to welcoming you 💙

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Apologies if you have sent us a message and not yet received a reply. If your enquiry is urgent, please give us a call on 01432 261249.

We will respond to all emails as soon as the system is back up and running. Thank you for your patience.

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Online Introduction session is this Friday, 8th May and it’s free to join