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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity

@tascharity.bsky.social
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TASC is a national charity providing independent and confidential mental, physical and financial #Wellbeing support to the UK's #Ambulance family in their time of need.

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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
👋 Hi Jade!👋 We're so excited to welcome Jade, who's joining us for a year to cover our Marketing and Communications Manager while she's on maternity leave. We wish you all the best as you settle into your new role with us! #TASC #TheAmbulanceStaffCharity #Announcement
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
Congratulations to @jasonkillens.bsky.social on his appointment as CEO of @londonambulance.nhs.uk! We've worked closely with Jason on several initiatives during his time at @welshambulance.bsky.social & later as @aace.org.uk's Chair & we look forward to continuing to work with him in his new role.
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 08/05/2025
TASC’s independent & confidential Sexual Safety Service offers a #SafeSpace & listening ear to #AmbulanceStaff & student paramedics impacted by sexually inappropriate behaviour, harassment or assault. 📞 0333 038 6573 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) 🖥️ theasc.org.uk/SafeSpace
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
46 authors lent their voices to create this incredible anthology, capturing the nights & days of those working in the #Ambulance services. Grab yours now: www.classprofessional.co.uk/books-ebooks... A share of every sale is donated to TASC, so you'll also support our green ambulance family too!
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Have you seen our latest development to support our clients? Take a look here: ow.ly/p9Au50VsWIv #Ambulance #AmbulanceStaff
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The Ambulance Staff Charity partners with OurPulse to pilot wellbeing app - Emergency Services Times
The Ambulance Staff Charity is partnering with mental health solutions provider, OurPulse to offer its wellbeing app to TASC clients at the start of their recovery journey.
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The Scottish Ambulance Service @scotambservice.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Our West ACC staff are having a charity day to raise money for @tascharity.bsky.social for #GreenMonday today with tasty home baked treats and a raffle.
Green balloons in various colours topped with a green star balloon that reads The Ambulance Service Charity.12 chocolate muffins in green cases topped with broken green aero chocolate piecesBiscuits with green icing that reads TASC.
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
It's TASC'S #GreenMonday! Today's THE day to dive headfirst into all things green & raise money. Let’s come together to help raise £20K to tackle TASC's waiting list & ensure ambulance workers aren't left to struggle alone. Donate here: justgiving.com/page/tasc-ch...
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 21/03/2025
We're ending the week on a happy note as we say a huge #ThankYou to the O’Brien Charitable Trust, who've donated £4K to support TASC's work supporting our #Ambulance community's #MentalHealth & help tackle our waiting list! Learn more here: ow.ly/VhGh50Vgf59
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
TASC's new #AmbulanceStaff Sexual Safety Service has been featured in the #EmergencyServices Times. Take a look here: emergencyservicestimes.com/2025/03/14/n... #SafeSpace
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New service creates a safe space for ambulance staff affected by sexual violence - Emergency Services Times
Ambulance staff are frequently subjected to inappropriate behaviour, harassment, and even assault from colleagues, managers, and patients which is why The Ambulance Staff Charity has just launched a c...
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
They're very busy people, but we managed to snag a couple of quick pics with @annaparry.bsky.social & @jasonkillens.bsky.social at #ALF2025. Thanks for supporting the launch of our new service! @aace.org.uk #SafeSpace
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Yesterday, TASC launched the Ambulance Staff Sexual Safety Support Service to provide a #SafeSpace & listening ear to all #AmbulanceStaff & student paramedics impacted by sexually inappropriate behaviour. 📞 0333 038 6573 🖥️ theasc.org.uk/safespace
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Royal College of Paramedics @paramedicsuk.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
🙌 TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity, has launched a new service to provide support to ambulance staff and student paramedics impacted by sexual violence. Click here to read more ➡️ bit.ly/4bISDq1
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
TASC’s new #Ambulance Staff Sexual Safety Service offers a safe listening ear to #Ambulance staff & #StudentParamedics impacted by sexually inappropriate behaviour or sexual violence. Independent & confidential T: 0333 038 6573 (Mon-Fri, 10-3) W: theasc.org.uk/SafeSpace
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Our new badge has proved to be incredibly popular! Grab yours now while you still can 👉 ow.ly/4WBI50UFalB Promoting & supporting suicide prevention in our #Emergency services, all proceeds will be split between TASC, Fire Fighters Charity & Police Care UK
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
Thank you so much for supporting us! 💚
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
#Ambulance staff #MentalHealth is just as important as the care they provide. If you’re struggling, every conversation matters whether it’s a chat with a colleague, opening up to a friend, or even speaking to a professional. Learn more: www.theasc.org.uk/resources-an... #TimeToTalk
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
It's #RaceEqualityWeek! TASC is dedicated to providing an inclusive & safe space for everyone in our UK #Ambulance family regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, age or abilities. If you need help, visit: theasc.org.uk
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The Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE) @aace.org.uk · 29/01/2025
The latest Keeping Pace, our update for #ambulance service employees and #volunteers, is now available and features: - our input to the #ChangeNHS consultation - the new AACE Chief #Paramedic Group - improving the uniform offer for staff - and more... Read it at aace.org.uk/news/aace-pu...
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Class Professional @classprofessional.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
Sirens and Stories is a "breath-taking anthology of paramedic stories", offering a glimpse into the challenging yet fulfilling life of a paramedic.🚑 Featuring 46 voices, this collection captures the resilience, humanity, and humour needed to serve on the front lines. 📖 @thereadingpara.bsky.social
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
We had a fantastic time at the Blue Light Mental Health Symposium on Tuesday. Thank you to the National Fire Chiefs Councilour for hosting this year's event!
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
🚨 TASC's #GreenMonday Urgent Appeal is here! 🚨 Too many #Ambulance workers struggling with their #MentalHealth are suffering alone. Join us on 31/03 & help raise £20K to help tackle our waiting list & ensure #AmbulanceStaff receive the help they need. 👉 theasc.org.uk/GreenMonday
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Jason Killens KAM @jasonkillens.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
Earlier this week on behalf of @aace.org.uk James and I spoke to BBC Breakfast about the shocking rate of assaults on ambulance workers across the UK with one assault every 30 minutes occurring. Find out more here: aace.org.uk/news/violent...
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
Since 2022, the #AmbulanceStaff Crisis Phoneline has helped 800 people. TASC developed the service in partnership with @aace.org.uk to offer 24/7 support to UK #Ambulance staff experiencing suicidal thoughts. Read more about the service's achievements: ow.ly/InfR50UCn7f
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
#AmbulanceStaff face the possibility of violence every shift & we’re incredibly saddened to hear that the number of violent incidents is increasing. Read our full response to the news here: www.theasc.org.uk/news/violent... #WorkWithoutFear @aace.org.uk @jasonkillens.bsky.social
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Violent incidents against ambulance staff to exceed 20,000 a year
Violent incidents recorded against UK ambulance staff on course to exceed 20,000 a year for the first time ever. Read more on TASC's website.
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Thank you to everyone who has arranged an online collection to donate their pre-loved clothes to TASC - since June you've helped raise over £9.8K, the equivalent of 182 hours of #MentalHealth support! Arrange a collection now👉 ow.ly/u2Vv50ToUA8 #FeelGoodFriday
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Some of TASC's services will have alternative opening hours next week. See our full list of opening times: theasc.org.uk/news/christm... The #AmbulanceStaff Crisis Phoneline remains open 24/7 offering support for #Ambulance staff experiencing suicidal thoughts. Call 0300 373 0898.
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Having a loved one in the #Ambulance service can be tough. Witnessing them deal with the emotional toll of the job, long hours and pressures can be hard. TASC's Family Handbook offers practical advice to help you support your loved one. Download now 👉 ow.ly/S4P850UoTr0
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
2024 has been another incredibly exciting year, & we’ve been looking back at some of our highlights. See the full infographic: ow.ly/SjKk50Umirx
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
We had a fabulous afternoon at AFPA Trust's festive drinks in London yesterday. Attendees raised an incredible £10,000 to support our work - the equivalent of 222 support sessions for #Ambulance workers struggling with their #MentalHealth! From everyone at TASC, thank you! 💚
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Yet another article highlighting the horrible things #AmbulanceStaff face every day. All #Ambulance staff deserve to #WorkWithoutFear. TASC regularly hears from staff about the long-term impacts on their #Wellbeing, if you need help, TASC is here for you. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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'We're attacked and abused as we try to save lives'
Almost 45,000 assaults were recorded by ambulance services across England over the last five years.
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Class Professional @classprofessional.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Looking for the perfect gift this festive season? Sirens and Stories is a captivating anthology offering a glimpse into the challenging, rewarding life of a paramedic. Through short stories and poetry, it delivers powerful and moving insights that will inspire and resonate.📖 bit.ly/SirensandStories
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Support TASC & make a real difference to our #Ambulance community. We receive no funding from the NHS to provide our general services & rely on your support to continue being here for ambulance staff. There's lots of ways to get involved: theasc.org.uk #GivingTuesday
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
We're very happy to announce that we were the runner-up in the Benefact Group Charity Heroes Awards in the category of Small Charity Big Impact. As the runners-up we also received a £1,000 donation towards our work! Thank you so much Benefact Group! #BGCharityHeroes
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TASC, The Ambulance Staff Charity @tascharity.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
📣 Latest #Podcast We're joined by @jasonkillens.bsky.social, AACE Chair & CEO of Welsh #Ambulance & Anna Parry, AACE's Managing Director to discuss the challenges facing #AmbulanceStaff & the future of #Ambulance services. Spotify: ow.ly/npYj50UeF7Z YouTube: ow.ly/ht5s50UeF7Y
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Jason Killens KAM @jasonkillens.bsky.social · 19/11/2024
Good to catch up with colleagues @tascharity.bsky.social yesterday to record a podcast about priorities for the sector and the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives.
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tracyniks.bsky.social @tracyniks.bsky.social · 18/11/2024
Looking forward to chairing my first @tascharity.bsky.social tomorrow. A fabulous organisation with some important work ahead. 💚
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