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About Ambulance Wish
The History Of Ambulance Wish
Dutchman Kees Veldboer, while working as an ambulance driver, was engaged in conversation with Mr. Stefanutto as they waited for his delayed appointment. Mr. Stefanutto, a former sailor, expressed his deep desire to sail on a ship one last time. The following day, Kees fulfilled Mr. Stefanutto’s last wish by taking him on a memorable journey around the Rotterdam harbour to visit his old haunts. Inspired by this experience and determined to spread joy, Kees established an organization that honors the last wishes of terminally ill and bedridden individuals.
On 26 February 2007, Stichting Ambulance Wens was founded in the Netherlands, enhancing palliative care for immobile, terminally ill patients. Too many individuals pass away with unfulfilled wishes, often due to their inability to realize these dreams because of their limited mobility.
The initiative created by Stichting Ambulance Wens – also known as the Ambulance Wish Foundation – has gained recognition worldwide. People who wish to support this noble cause can donate to charity, helping ensure that others can fulfill their last wishes.
The Legal bits
Charity number: 1214494. If you wish to donate to charity, your contributions can make a significant impact, especially for those in need of palliative care, allowing them to fulfill their last wishes.
Meet the Trustees
Matthew Wilson
Jim Graves MSc MCPara
DR Ruth Holdstock
Matt began his career as a volunteer with St John Ambulance before qualifying as an Ambulance Technician. He has worked across both the NHS and private healthcare sectors and went on to found his own medical services company, which has since merged with a larger organisation.
Following the sudden loss of his mum, Matt was inspired to help
Matt began his career as a volunteer with St John Ambulance before qualifying as an Ambulance Technician. He has worked across both the NHS and private healthcare sectors and went on to found his own medical services company, which has since merged with a larger organisation.
Following the sudden loss of his mum, Matt was inspired to help others create precious final memories with their loved ones. As a co-founder of Ambulance Wish, he brings clinical experience, operational expertise, and a genuine passion for ensuring every wish is delivered with compassion, dignity, and care.
DR Ruth Holdstock
Jim Graves MSc MCPara
DR Ruth Holdstock
Ruth is a former GP now exploring life through a diverse portfolio that includes student health care, occupational health, and medical event work. During her years in general practice she developed a deep appreciation of compassionate, person-centred care, including supporting patients and families through serious illness and end-of-life
Ruth is a former GP now exploring life through a diverse portfolio that includes student health care, occupational health, and medical event work. During her years in general practice she developed a deep appreciation of compassionate, person-centred care, including supporting patients and families through serious illness and end-of-life decisions. She brings both clinical experience and a strong belief in preserving dignity, choice and meaningful experiences for people approaching the end of life. Outside work, Ruth enjoys gardening, philosophy, and life with her two teenage children and her dog, Merlin.
Jim Graves MSc MCPara
Jim Graves MSc MCPara
Jim Graves MSc MCPara
Jim started his career as a paramedic, dedicating many years to caring for people through the ambulance service. His passion for helping others inspired him to progress into an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) role, where he now works in a GP practice in Suffolk. With his wealth of experience and deep understanding of patient needs, J
Jim started his career as a paramedic, dedicating many years to caring for people through the ambulance service. His passion for helping others inspired him to progress into an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) role, where he now works in a GP practice in Suffolk. With his wealth of experience and deep understanding of patient needs, Jim brings empathy, clinical expertise, and a genuine commitment to improving care for those in the community.
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Jim Graves MSc MCPara
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Fulfilling Last Wishes with Ambulance Wish
Our Philosophy
Our policies and procedures
Our Philosophy
Our Expertise
Our policies and procedures
Our Philosophy
With more than 40 years of combined medical and business experience, our trustees bring diverse expertise and compassion to ensure the best possible palliative care for people in their final days, honoring their last wishes. When you choose to donate to charity, you help us provide essential support for those navigating this critical time.
Our policies and procedures
Our policies and procedures
Fostering strong connections
Fostering strong connections
Fostering strong connections
Fostering strong connections
Our passion
Fostering strong connections
Our passion
Driven by our passion, we strive to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives by encouraging them to donate to charity, ensuring safety, comfort, and a sense of belonging for all, especially in times when last wishes are honored and palliative care is needed.
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