BASICS Devon is a charitable organisation that provides a network of volunteer doctors across Devon who respond for South Western Ambulance Service.
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A huge thank you to Kirsty, Community Champion at @Asda Plymouth, for donating some amazing bee-friendly plants to our garden for the @Devoncountyshow 🐝Get your tickets now and come and see us at the show — we can’t wait to share it with you! buff.ly/Ci7veUb #Devon #Bees
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This April, our volunteers have been responding to incidents & supporting patients when it matters most. 💚 Thank you to everyone who supports us & helps make this possible.
#Volunteers @BASICHQ @SWASFT #Devon #Savinglivestogether #April @oceancitymedia
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The countdown to the @devoncountyshow is on. @BASICSdevon will be there with CPR demonstrations, the chance to meet our volunteers & see our Rapid Response Vehicle up close. We’re looking forward to a great few days & would love to see you there.💚#Volunteers #Devonlife @basicshq
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The #easyfundraising app is the easiest way to raise for us when you shop on your mobile. It’s completely FREE and available on iOS and Android, get it now
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#Shopping #Apps #Savinglives #Community #Emergencyservices @BASICSHQ #Makeitcount
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March was busy! A hight number of call-outs across the community highlighting both ongoing needs & incredible local support. As well as callouts, a standout moment was the @DevonPhilO whose support brought both awareness & generosity & we celebrated #WorldBookDay 💚
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👏 Check out our latest news -buff.ly/qWvcvgW
We would like to thank @HSFCharity for their generous support.
@BASICSHQ @DevonLiveNews @DevonLife #lesleygarrett #Devon @uniofplym @ProfessorRichardDavies
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We're honoured to receive the @KingsAwardVS. It recognises the dedication & impact of our volunteers providing specialist emergency care across Devon. It reflects the hard work of our volunteers, community support & partnerships. We are proud of everyone involved.
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Easter is a time for family, we’re especially grateful for those who support our volunteers. The understanding & encouragement they give plays an important part in making our work possible. Thank you to the families who stand behind @BASICSdevon. Happy Easter💚 @BASICSHQ @SWASFT
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This #Easter, our emergency medical #volunteers will be on call—ready to help save lives. We continue to arrive first on scene 40% of the time, because every second counts. Thank you to our incredible team giving up their time to help keep others safe. @BASICSHQ @swasFT #Devon
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone supporting our raffle @devoncountyshow 💚 We’re incredibly grateful for your support - If you would like to donate a prize to the raffles, email fundraising@basics-devon.org.uk, we’d love to hear from you @basicshq @swasft @enablelaw #Giftinkind
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2 Weeks! Organiser Clare, wife of Dr Andy Smith said '‘ I have been privileged to witness the dedication, commitment & skills needed by Andy & his colleagues. I have learned what a difference the volunteers make to patients’ lives & their families.’ ➡️ buff.ly/7vIBQvd
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February saw 44 callouts, continuing to arrive first on scene 30% of the time. By getting there quickly, we help reduce response times & begin treatment at the scene, giving patients the best possible chance of survival. Thank you to our #volunteers & supporters. #Devon
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Our fantastic volunteer Dr David Hutchins is celebrating @WorldBookDayUK by helping inspire young readers with #Promoting Children in Plymouth, reading #TheAdventuresOfScout by @The3Engineers.
#LoveReading @BASICSHQ @SWASFT #Plymouth #Devon
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Amazing to be amongst so many great charities! Looking forward to the day ahead!
#charities #donorfy #accessNFP
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Excited to be a part of this event! Access Impact Awards & #Donorfest
@donorfy @AccessNFP #Charity #community
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Our amazing volunteers have been out across #Devon this weekend – collecting our donation cans.
We are so grateful for their time, energy & dedication.
A huge thank you ! If you’d like a collection can get in touch – we’d love to hear from you! #volunteers #community
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Do you know your local Volunteer Responder? Right here in your community there are highly trained volunteer doctors who respond alongside the ambulance service. Learn more ➡️ buff.ly/qpG39Al You never know when you, a loved one, friend, or a neighbour might need them.💚
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We’re incredibly grateful to have been chosen as the charity for the @DevonPhilO wonderful event this March! Thank you for this amazing opportunity. We look forward to a truly special evening of music & celebration. Book now at: buff.ly/1ORqgeV
@BASICSHQ @ExeterCathedral
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The #easyfundraising app is the easiest way to raise for us when you shop on your mobile. It’s completely FREE and available on iOS and Android, so please get it now
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#Shopping #Apps #Savinglives #Community #Emergencyservices @BASICSHQ #Makeitcount
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It takes a special kind of heart to be a volunteer, so this Valentine’s Day, why not dedicate a donation to someone you love — helping our volunteers continue to be there for others when they’re needed most? 💚
Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️
#Valentinesday @BASICSHQ @SWASFT
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@Rotary of #Yelverton invited Dr Ian Higginson to talk about our charity & his volunteer role, working alongside partners including @swasFT @DevonAirAmb @cornwallairamb #Dartmoorsearchandrescue & @RNLI and more.
Thank you for your support.
@BASICS_HQ #Devon #Prehospitalcare
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Fantastic visit to @PlymUni in our RRV! We had an insightful tour of the #Paramedic Science facilities, including the impressive Simbulance & Anatomage room. It was great to see innovative learning environments supporting students.
@BASICSHQ #volunteers #Education
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We're honoured to be recipients of the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. This prestigious award recognises the outstanding commitment of our volunteers & the impact they make.💜 We look forward to celebrating this year. Find out more basics-devon.org.uk #KAVS2025
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In case you missed our wonderful news last week, here’s Dr Andy Smith to share all the exciting details with you… 💚
@HelipadHELP @swasFT @BASICSHQ @BASICSdevon #Community #Volunteers #Devon
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We were invited to meet @FredThomasUK. We highlighted our dedication to support the ambulance service & help communities access life saving training to help save lives. We are committed to being there for everyone in #Devon. 💚 #Plymouth #Moorview @BASICSHQ @SWASFT
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Your story can inspire and support others, highlighting our volunteers' impact in Devon and encouraging more people to get involved. We'd love to hear your story. 💚 Contact us at fundraising@basics-devon.org.uk. #community #volunteers #emergencyservices @BASICSHQ @SWASFT
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In January, our volunteers were tasked to a wide range of medical & trauma emergencies — including psychiatric crises & serious burns. Alongside this, our team completed 3 training & education sessions. Without your support, we simply couldn’t be there. Thank you 💚
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A fantastic evening with #Plymouth St John's Ambulance. Huge thanks for hosting our lovely volunteers to Dr David Hutchins & Dr Ian Higginson for sharing insight into their roles & the work of our charity. Thank you to everyone involved 💚 @basics_hq @swas_FT #Volunteers
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💚 Latest news, with Dr Tony Golding-Cook, helping us to head into 2026 to continue to respond & save lives across the county - Full story here ➡️ buff.ly/SSeC3rT
@HelipadHELP @BASICSHQ @swasFT #Devon #Prehospitalcare #Volunteers #Thankyou
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Are you browsing for your next holiday or UK break, use Easy Fundraising
& support @BASICSdevon every time you book online? Retailers donate to us at no extra cost to you. So get planning, save lives & empower communities.💚 #Holidays2026 @BASICSHQ buff.ly/vA5W5Hf
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See our impact. Feel the difference.
Our annual report is available to read and show you the impact we made across Devon, only with your help💚
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#volunteers #Devon #Prehospitalcare #Emergencyservices @BASICSHQ @swasft
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Take care out there, as the bad weather across Devon has kept our volunteer responders very busy. Dr Andy Smith on scene today🌧️ We’ve seen multiple road traffic collisions — please take extra care if you’re out and about. Stay safe. #Devon #Volunteers @BASICSHQ @swasFT
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Looking for a Charity of the Year with real impact? Support our volunteer emergency responders delivering immediate pre hospital care across the county. Your support also helps educate & empower communities with lifesaving skills. Get in touch now at basics-devon.org.uk 💚
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@BASICSdevon Volunteer @Glenda_L_Cooper ‘s colleague Will, spotted the team on the way to work this week!
Thank you so much Will for the selfie! 💚
#volunteers #billboard #Devon @BASICS_HQ @UHP_NHS
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In just 24 hours, our Volunteers answered 6 callouts — showing up when it mattered most & helping to save lives. This is what dedication looks like. This is making a difference & supporting our community & how you support us!💚 @basics_hq @swas_ft @DevonCountyShow @HelipadHELP
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Regular donations to @BASICSdevon help provide life-saving pre-hospital emergency care & education. Our volunteers, like Dr Fred Declerck, are ready to respond and save lives in Mid & North Devon, as seen at #BickleighBridge. Learn more and sign up ➡️ buff.ly/mfeAIMw
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Thank you to Halwill @womensinstitute for inviting Dr David Hillebrandt to visit. He shared insights into his role , the charity’s work, & the impact we make – especially in rural and remote communities.
#NorthDevon #Volunteers
#emergencyservices @basics_hq @swas_ft #rural
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Thank you for supporting us at the @Princesshay Christmas Tree Festival. Thank you to @Princesshay for including us in the Festival & to our wonderful volunteer Dr @DrTomOwens for his help and support. We hope you managed to visit!
#ThankYou #Community @BASICSHQ @swasFT
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Our responders need special winter kit & your donations help us provide just that, such as thermals & winter tyres to bothy tents, all vital lifesaving equipment to help treat people at the scene.
Find out more basics-devon.org.uk
#volunteers #devon #emergencyservices
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We provide immediate pre hospital care to individuals and families across Devon when crisis strikes.
Find out more and get involved this year and help us and yourselves to be ready to respond when our community needs it most. 💚
#Devon #Community #GetInvolved
@BASICS_HQ @swasFT
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Wishing you all a healthy and peaceful New Year, thank you for staying by our side in 2025 and we hope you stay close in 2026. Thank you 💚#volunteers #devon #emergencyservices #savinglivestogether #2026 #happynewyear @BASICS_HQ @swasFT
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@Princesshay Christmas Tree Festival is on until 4th January, so still time to go along and have a look at all the fabulous decorations 🎄
#volunteers #devon #emergencyservices #community
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Wishing all our incredible supporters and volunteers a peaceful and safe Christmas! 🎄🎅
Thank you to volunteer Mark Tompkins for some wonderful Christmas Card designs💚
#Christmas #Volunteers
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Merry Christmas and thank you for everything this year! It's been an amazing journey, and we are looking forward to being there for you in 2026.💚
@BASICSHQ @swasFT #Volunteers #Thankyou #Supporters #Devon #Christmas
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Become a regular supporter of your local @BASICSdevon volunteer. Your regular donation helps provide: 💚 Training and education 💚 Specialist emergency equipment
You’ll help ensure our volunteers continue delivering immediate care when it matters most buff.ly/ze4wBI0
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Are you part of a community group, school or business? Why not invite us for a talk & demonstrations? We’re now taking bookings for the New Year, offering engaging sessions that showcase our work & teach vital skills that can save lives.💚 Email fundraising@basics-devon.org.uk
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We never stop responding. Over the Christmas break, our responders continue to be on call for Devon’s most critically ill & injured. Last year, between 19th Dec & 3rd Jan, we attended 12 incidents, 6 at night. Stay Safe this Christmas 💚 Find out more basics-devon.org.uk
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🎁 This Christmas, treat your loved ones & help save lives with @easyuk
By shopping via @easyuk , retailers donate to us at no extra cost to you.
So grab those last minute gifts now & save lives.💚
#Christmas #Emergencyservices @BASICSHQ #Makeitcount
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There’s still time to visit our #Christmas Tree at @Princesshay #Exeter. Monty & Gillian (with Rhoda) went along to support us! Every visit helps raise awareness of the vital work our volunteers do across Devon & please do share your photos! 💚 #Thankyou @BASICSHQ #Shopping
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