Simon works for a local support charity in Derby that helps other charities to form and grow. He delivers training, workshops and talks in schools and out in the community about volunteering and he also manages a community reporting project. Since Annabel's passing, Simon has established Annabel's Angels in her name. They aim to raise funds to support the delivery of cancer support services at Royal Derby Hospital, develop support services for patients and families affected by cancer and to reduce isolation experienced by cancer patients and carers locally.

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