Chris’s House, based in Wishaw, offers a safe environment where people in, or approaching, suicidal crisis can have a safe place to go and get professional support. It was founded by Anne Rowan who established the centre in memory of her son Chris, whom she lost to suicide in 2011.

During 2022, kind-hearted WSHA staff fundraised for Chris’s House in a number of ways including taking part in the Walk of Hope organised by Chris’s House, charity auctions and donations from contractors.

Brian Gannon, chief executive officer of WSHA, said: “Everyone at WSHA is delighted to have raised this fantastic amount for an organisation that provides such vital services to those in crisis. Once again, our staff went the extra mile to raise funds for the charity to help to make a positive difference and enhance the services Chris’s House provides.”

Anne Rowan, chief executive and founder of Chris’s House, added: “On behalf of Chris’s House, we want to extend our deepest gratitude for the donation that WSHA has made to the charity. Every donation we receive helps us to provide vital services to people in crisis and those who have been affected by suicide. The donation will have a significant impact on changing lives.”

During 2023, WSHA staff have chosen to fundraise for Duchenne UK which is the UK’s leading Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) charity. They connect scientists, industry, the NHS and families to accelerate research and bring the best care and treatments to everyone affected by DMD.