We're thrilled to share that you've helped us raise £1 million in just six weeks! You've all been amazing! This means more hours in the air and even more lives saved across Kent, Surrey, and Sussex. Let's keep this amazing momentum going! So many of you are still fundraising or want to support our appeal and get your name on our helicopter. Please help us push above and beyond. Every penny raised will be spent on our lifesaving helicopters, helping us save even more lives when every second counts. https://ow.ly/BuQf50RHYci
Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex
Hospitals and Health Care
Chatham, Kent 5,389 followers
To us, care is critical
About us
We are Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), and we fight every day to save lives. It costs £18.8M to operate our lifesaving service, 88% of this is raised through public donations and fundraising. Reg. Charity No. 1021367 We’re driven by our purpose of saving lives and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients. Last year alone we attended over 2,500 incidents. We are fearless and tireless in fighting to save every life. Our charity headquarters and forward operating base are located at Rochester Airport, with our aircraft hangared and maintained at Redhill Aerodrome. When the call comes, we can reach any part of Kent, Surrey or Sussex in under 30 minutes. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. We bring the emergency room to the scene and deliver outstanding specialist treatment, care and support to give our patients their very best possible outcome. Time is critical. Which is why our fleet of helicopters and rapid response vehicles can transport our doctors and paramedics to our patients 24/7, 365 days a year. We were the first 24/7 Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) in the country. Find out more about our critical, life-saving service or get in touch: www.aakss.org.uk
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http://www.aakss.org.uk
External link for Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Chatham, Kent
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1989
- Specialties
- Helicopter Emergency Medical Service
Locations
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Primary
Rochester City Airport
Maidstone Road
Chatham, Kent ME5 9SD, GB
Employees at Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex
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⚠️Just two places left⚠️ Join our amazing team of 2025 London Landmarks Half Marathon runners! Start the new year by supporting your local air ambulance charity🏃 Secure one of our last spots at https://lnkd.in/eTPmEU-n
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"We'd been briefed that Sam was pregnant. That meant that two lives were on the line." Hear how Paramedic David and the crew jumped into action to save Sam and her unborn baby. Watch the full video at https://ow.ly/Ix3x50UsKXj Your support means we can be ready to save more lives like Sam's this Christmas.
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It's not too late to get organised for 2025📅 We celebrate the mission behind every mission behind every flight, and we'd love for you, our supporters, to join us on the journey. Every month showcases the landscapes of our community, and every purchase helps keep us flying, serving the communities we love. Get yours at https://lnkd.in/e_8BcdGp
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This Christmas, we’re honored to share Sam’s powerful story—a journey from a sudden cardiac arrest during her pregnancy to a miraculous recovery, thanks to the quick actions of her partner, Mark, and our dedicated team. Follow Sam's story from that fateful morning to the heroic response that saved her life and her unborn baby. It’s a story of hope, resilience, and the life-saving power of community support. Today, Sam and her family can celebrate the holiday season together, and it’s all thanks to people like you. Watch the full video on https://ow.ly/5uv350UriH9
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We're thrilled to celebrate two publications, thanks to our dedicated Aftercare and Research Teams! The first is a paper exploring how we can enhance interactions between our patients and our crews, so we can continue to make patient and family visits a positive experience for everyone. The second is a case study from the perspective of former patient, Chris. Both publications can be read in full at https://lnkd.in/eVnsQnqu https://lnkd.in/eABnfme9 Congratulations to all the teams involved in these fantastic collaborative pieces and a special thank you to Chris for his wonderful support!
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Wow! Our first Carol Concert was magical✨ And we can't wait to do it all again in Arundel, Guildford, and Lancing! There's still time for you to join us at a Carol Concert this Christmas! Get your tickets now at https://lnkd.in/eeiki8tZ
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Help us be ready to save lives this Christmas by taking on the UK's longest zipline🎅 Join others in dressing up as Santa and have festive fun while supporting your local air ambulance this Christmas. 🎄Sunday 15 December 🎄At Hangloose Adventure, Bluewater, Kent 🎄£20 from your entry will help fund our lifesaving service Spots are limited, so sign up now at https://lnkd.in/e4yVMHE4
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🩺 Join the Board of Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) as a Trustee as this vital charity moves into an ambitious strategic phase to ensure it continues to provide world-class, fast-response emergency medical care that saves countless lives. To support KSS’ new bold 10-year strategy, we are looking for new Trustees to join the Board, bringing a rich range of skills, expertise, and perspectives. We are specifically looking for individuals with: 👉 senior experience in finance, accounting and investments. This role may also sit on their trading company, Air Ambulance Promotions Limited, Board of Directors. 👉 medical experience and a good understanding of clinical governance. 👉 experience developing income generation and marketing strategies. This role may also sit on their trading company, Air Ambulance Promotions Limited, Board of Directors. 👉 a generalist with strategic leadership experience who believes their expertise may benefit the Board. 📌 Rochester, Kent and Redhill, Surrey ⏳ 4 in-person meetings per year 📩 Philippa Fabry: [email protected] | Ella Garfinkel, MPhil (Cantab): [email protected] 📅 9 a.m. Monday 13th January Please click on the link below to register your interest or contact Philippa Fabry or Ella Garfinkel, MPhil (Cantab) for further information. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ey3_zpPH