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DCHC Newsletter - Issue 1 Summer 2011

DCHC's First newsletter is here!

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Enhancing the self-esteem & happiness of children

Delivering happiness, enjoyment, self-esteem, personal development, security and memories.

DCHC is a charity which was established in 1891 to provide disadvantaged Derbyshire children with holidays in Skegness, Lincolnshire. At the present time it provides 450 holiday places per season.

The residential experience provides endless opportunity for contributing to the personal and social development of the children, especially making it clear to them that they are accepted as worthwhile individuals. The development of the children's self-esteem, attitudes and behaviour can be significant during the period.

Opportunities for personal development are created for the children, whatever their strengths and abilities. For many children the relationships gained remain with them throughout their lives.

 

Our Latest News

  • Stratagia is a small company based in Chesterfield, offering consultancy services in education, training, research and information technology.  Each year we aim to support a local charity through a sponsored team event. This year we decided to support a locally based charity whose work has resonance with our company ethos, which is all about learning, sharing and achievement. 
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  • Thursday 14th Oct to Sunday 17th Oct 2010 Stuart Boon & Shaun Bennett are undertaking a sponsored bike ride from Derby to Skegness & back (200miles)  in support of the Centre. Their sponsorship target is £3,500 which will provide 11 children with holidays; so they need all the support they can muster. 
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  • Leigh Timmis on the 14th June  2010 set off on his three year, 30.000 mile round the world cycle ride from the steps of the Council House Derby. Waved off  by the Mayor of Derby Cllr Amar Nath; Leigh,  as well as fulfilling his own pe
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