Carmichael Family Story

My husband died suddenly at home in 2023; it will be 2 years this month. Our, little boy (James) was only 6, at the time.  He was amazing that evening, holding the phone so I could work on his Daddy whilst getting support from the ambulance service. He rang family members and unfortunately helped me counting the compressions as I was trying to save his Daddy. Sadly, we couldn’t, but we tried so hard!

My husband as a Serving GMP Officer had mentioned the Police Charity, but I suppose I thought nothing of it until of course he died and I received a letter straight away from yourself. I was surprised and pleased when I realised James was going to get some financial support, and for years to come.

The financial support has been so helpful as you can appreciate, suddenly going down to a single wage. My husband ( Barry) and I had made the decision to send James to a fee-paying school. I couldn’t pull him out of the school after my husband’s death, as he is so well cared for and loved, and of course he is happy and secure. I am lucky with being a teacher at the school I do get a reduction.

Receiving some financial support from the charity is super helpful going into my account to fund school, violin and swimming lessons. I wish I could say to you I am saving the money for his future, but I suppose a good education will support this.

James and I are so grateful for the support you have provided, thank you so much.

With very best wishes.
Mandy and James Carmichael