What started as a conversation following David Robinson's cardiac arrest has grown into something truly special. Following the installation of the 24/7 community defibrillator at Sandringham Care Home, the BBC Radio Tees interview with David Robinson, Gary Philipson and MISSEDABEAT, and the incredible support shown by residents, staff, families and the wider community, it was time to celebrate the fundraising efforts that have taken place over the last few months. The team at

Mark from MISSEDABEAT, David who suffered cardiac arrest and Gary Philipson On Monday, David Robinson joined Mark Preston from MISSEDABEAT ❤️💙 alongside Gary Philipson from BBC Radio Tees to discuss David’s cardiac arrest and the importance of community defibrillators being available when needed most. Hearing David speak about what happened on that day was incredibly powerful. At just 21 years old, David suffered a sudden cardiac arrest whilst on holiday in Wales. Thankfully

A post about David Robinson was recently shared with me, and since then I’ve had the privilege of meeting with his mam, Audrey. Hearing first-hand what happened to David was both heartbreaking and inspiring, and it reinforced exactly why MISSEDABEAT continues to fight for more accessible defibrillators across our communities. Following our meeting, I advised Audrey that MISSEDABEAT would like to remove the burden of raising the funds needed to install a defibrillator at her w

MISSEDABEAT were proud to partner with Cornerstone Hub in Bishop Auckland to install a life-saving defibrillator and bleed control kit, helping to protect some of the most vulnerable members of the community. Cornerstone is a vital local charity providing support for individuals and families facing homelessness and hardship. Their hub offers essential services including food provision, showers, laundry facilities and one-to-one support—creating a safe and welcoming environmen