Thompson Parks Bowls Club Defibrillator Upkeep Fundraising Campaign

Thompson Parks Bowls Club is partnering with AEDdonate to raise funds to support the ongoing upkeep of the defibrillator located at their club. This vital life‑saving device is already in place and accessible to anyone in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).

To ensure the defibrillator remains fully operational and ready to use at all times, regular replacement of pads and batteries is essential. This campaign is focused on covering those ongoing costs, helping to protect our community for years to come.

Why Maintaining a Defibrillator is Important

Each year in the UK, over 30,000 people suffer a sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. Survival rates are low, with fewer than 1 in 10 people surviving.

In a sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. Without immediate CPR and defibrillation, survival chances decrease by around 10% per minute. Early CPR and access to a defibrillator can significantly improve survival chances.

However, public access defibrillators are used in only around 9% of cases, highlighting the urgent need to make these life-saving devices more accessible in our communities.