Helen Higginson, Head of Fundraising
Helen has been leading WHH Charity since 2016, bringing her extensive experience in community engagement and fundraising from her previous role at a hospice charity in Chester. With a diploma in fundraising, Helen is passionate about ensuring the charity supports outstanding healthcare for the community through fundraising, grant-making, and volunteering initiatives. Outside of work, Helen loves adventuring with her family and is an avid traveller.
Jane Breeze, Charity Administrator
Jane joined WHH Charity seven years ago following a 32-year career in industry where she rose from secretary to UK Sales Support Manager. She brought her skills and passion to her role as our charity administrator, where she supports the team part-time. Jane’s hobbies include making jewellery, baking and decorating cakes, and exploring the outdoors with her two lively dogs.
Audrey George, Charity Volunteer
Audrey dedicated 19 years to Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals’ Pharmacy before retiring and deciding to give back as a volunteer. She now spends three days a week supporting the charity office and welcome desk, helping raise funds and assisting patients and visitors. In her downtime, Audrey enjoys cinema trips, museum visits, cooking, walking and music – ranging from mainstream hits to rock and metal.
Chrissi Richardson, Charity Volunteer
Chrissi, a mum of two and a proud nana, joined the charity team as a volunteer after retiring from Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals (WHH). With a longstanding connection to the charity through fundraising, it was a natural next step. Chrissi’s passions include supporting Warrington Wolves rugby team, enjoying live music, and knitting for her family. She loves being part of the WHH community and making a difference for patients.
Carole Baker, Community Ambassador
Carole, a former HR professional and primary school teacher, became involved with WHH Charity in 2018 through her love of knitting. Now she works closely with wards to meet their knitting needs, creating patterns and liaising with local knitting groups. Outside of her charity work, Carole enjoys singing, playing the flute, swimming, yoga and spending time with her family.
Pam Pollard, Garden Crew Volunteer
Pam, a former computer programmer and payroll manager, started volunteering for WHH Charity in 2015. From packing donation bags to abseiling for charity events, Pam has done it all. Her current passion is maintaining the hospital’s dementia and remembrance gardens. When she’s not volunteering Pam is learning to ring church bells, playing the ukulele, and running a not-for-profit swim club. Pam loves contributing to the hospital and enhancing the patient experience through her volunteer work.