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Our Work

We focus on three areas

Screening: identifying undiagnosed heart conditions early
Defibrillators: improving access to life-saving equipment
CPR And First Aid Training: The confidence to respond when every second counts
Training: giving people the skills and confidence to act

This work is delivered in partnership with communities, schools, workplaces and supporters across the country.

Three Ways To Take Action

Book A Heart Screening

Heart conditions can go undetected until it is too late. Our screening programme helps identify potential issues early, giving people the chance to take action.

Screening available across the country
Free for ages 15½-26
Part-funded options available for ages 27+

Find A Screening Near You

Get A Defibrillator

Early access to a defibrillator can save a life. We support communities, organisations and workplaces to access and maintain this vital equipment.

Apply for funding support
Purchase a defibrillator
Learn how to maintain your device

Apply Or Find Out More

Learn CPR And First Aid

Knowing what to do in an emergency can make all the difference. We provide training for communities, schools and workplaces to build confidence and skills.

CPR training
First aid training
Schools and community sessions

Learn More Or Book Training

Why This Matters

Many heart conditions show no symptoms until a serious event occurs. We work to prevent avoidable deaths by making screening, defibrillators and lifesaving training more accessible.

38,001

Hearts screened

604,835

People trained in CPR

37,449

Defibrillators placed in communities

Figures based on Calon Hearts programme activity.

Campaigns

Read about campaign routes such as the Ben McDonald Screening Fund and the families helping more people access life-saving support.

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Upcoming Events

Find heart screenings, training sessions and fundraising events through the events calendar.

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Community Updates

Explore ways to fundraise, volunteer, give in memory or support the charity through your school, workplace or community.

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Latest News

The hidden dangers of a cold home: why keeping warm matters for your heart

Could turning down your heating be putting extra strain on your heart? Calon Hearts highlights Welsh research into the health risks of cold homes.

Calon Hearts named Most Dedicated Heart Screening Charity 2026 at Welsh Enterprise Awards

Welsh heart charity Calon Hearts has been recognised for its commitment to protecting lives

I felt completely fine

Dad who discovered he’d had a heart attack after joining his daughter for a heart screening

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Support Our Work

Every screening session, training course and defibrillator placement is made possible through support from individuals, communities and organisations.

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What People Say About Calon Hearts

Behind every screening, event and fundraising campaign are real people and their stories. Hear from those whose lives have been touched by the work of Calon Hearts.

My name is Ethan Sewell, and I am an A level student in Gower

ETHAN SEWELL

Cake Sale Fundraiser

In memory of Terry Davies

Chris & Ros Russon

Terry Davies

Leeson sadly passed away on 29th December 2019, aged 41. He was a paramedic with everything to live for. Though he couldn't be saved, we hope our donation might help save someone else's life

Leeson Emery

Sorry I couldn’t come to say goodbye Ian - but as you know , Moya did you so proud. You and Glyn better be ready when I gatecrash ! Gay and I will miss our catch ups . Please give him some kisses from me ! Xxx

Jayne Thomas

Mr Ian I Campbell

#ForDude

Peter Baldwin

Rest in Peace Chris x

Christine and Brian

Chris Francis

In memory of our friend Peter Morgan who died on 1 February this year

Stephen and Merralyn Bowden

Pete Morgan

Wendy Anne Roberts

Garry Jones

Gary Jones

What a good cause, one which is close to my heart. My mum has had two serious heart attacks and 4 stents. Good luck Lisa, your work is comendable X

Martin Reginald Harris

Martin Harris ACS Ltd

Remenbering Iona

Pete Bailey

Iona Gwynedd Davies

Passed away alongside his teammates playing football. Loved and remembered by his family and many friends. Forever 30.

Donation from a memorial game held by Croesyceiliog AFC vs Lucas Girling AFC

Derrick Williams

Derrick Williams of Cwmbran

In memory of our friend, dear brother John Hall

Love from Helen Lynne Copner

John Hall

In loving memory of Derek James, a truly wonderful person who will be deeply missed.

Lea Ann Higson

Derek James

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Amazing Doctor will be missed.Thank you for all the care you given to my family over the years.RIP

Eleanor Haines

Dr G Yule.

Robert walked on behalf of Karen Jones. Well done.

Robert Jones

A long time friend leaving us with happy memories

Peter and Christine Bentley

John Hall

TO OUR DAD, SIMPLY THE BEST ALL OUR LOVE RHIAN & BETHAN XXX

Paul Morgan

In memory of Gerald Chivers, With all my love BRENDA XXX

Gerald Chivers

Rest peacefully.

David & Angela Francis

Ian Campbell

In remembrance of my lovely friend Carol who we very sadly lost in December. xxx

Jaime Ann Howard

Carol Jones

In loving memory of Julie Richards. Forever loved and missed. xxx

Ian Richards

Julie Richards

With fond memories of Chris. Such a lovely man. Rest in Peace x

Pam, Bryn and Family

Chris Francis

Well done Laura! 🏃‍♀️

Janet Kayes

Laura

Following the passing of my father due to an undiagnosed heart condition back in 2017, I took it upon myself to carry out a charity skydive in honour of his memory.

Charlie Marston

Kelvin Marston

Er cof am Carol. Menyw gref ac egwyddorol. Gorffwysed mewn hedd.

Lisa M Williams

Carol Jones

Donation from Sian's work colleagues and friends, to remember Sian's mum.

Andrew Moxley

Sian Richards

In loving memory of William

Williams Mills

A kind and friendly marina friend. Rest in Peace Mark.

Martin Duckett

Mark Lowen, Penarth Marina

With sympathy to Wayne’s family

Mayreen Gillies

Wayne Taylor

We lost Mikey at the age of 44, he left a wonderful family behind. The work that Sharon and the rest of the team at Calon hearts does is fantastic and will hopefully help avoid other families going through the heartbreak of losing someone.

Jacob Davies

Mikey Davies

In memory of a gentleman

ALAN REES

St. David Rose Croix

In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, bampi and friend who is deeply missed by many, always thought about and loved always xxx

The Cook Family and friends

Christopher Cook

Well done on the Penyfan hike

Robert Evans

Robert & Karen Jones

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This donation is made by your friends in the Torfaen Labour Group.

Jayne Watkins

Julie Richards

In loving memory of Teresa. Thank you for the wonderful memories. Rest in peace. Beth & Peter

Beth Bannan

Teresa Mary Collins

In memory of a wonderful Father Tony John Morgan Taken too soon Much missed and loved Lisa, Huw, Julian and family

Tony John Morgan

In memory of our beloved daughter Michelle Morgan forever in our hearts with all our love Mum and Dad xxx

Michelle Morgan

In memory of Dad (Ken Towns), who passed away in September. A different Xmas gift this year but you are in my thoughts today Dad

Myfanwy Davies

Merry Xmas Dad

For a lovely woman who is missed very much To go as part of her funeral collection for today

Amy Ludford

Allison Loder

Donation in lieu of winning silent auction on 19 December 2025

Wendy Walker

Wendy Walker (silent auction)

In loving memory of Ashlee

Ashlee McFarland

In memory of Bob Thorne.from Malcolm and Yvonne Francis

Malcolm Francis

Bob Thorne

In loving memory of a wonderful dad, devoted grandfather, beloved son and loving brother. Forever in our hearts! Missing you always forgetting you never. Xxx

Rebecca Hutton

Alun Hudd

The Spectrum Singers, a mixed a capella choir based in Penarth, dedicated their last concert 'In a heartbeat' to supporting of Calon Hearts and are delighted that we raised sufficient moneys to match fund an adult heart screening.

Carsten Muller

In a Heartbeat

In Loving Memory of Luke Paul Jenkins Aged 7

" When I grow up I want to be a doctor to help all the people like me..."

Luke Paul Jenkins

Thank you to all of the customers at The Lamb Inn Newport who raised £220 for Calon Hearts. Your generosity and support is so greatly appreciated!

The Lamb Inn Newport

You left us far too soon. Thank-you for being my brother, and a well thought of brother in law and Uncle. Much love, Sue, Colin, Nick and Sam x

Sue Humphreys

Ian Irving Campbell

Cherished memories of a dear husband & father taken so young xxxxx

Raymond Power

For Ben, always loved and missed

Williams Mills

Er cof am Gwenda Williams a phob dymuniad da I Calonnau Cymru

Gwenda Williams

Great to see you well Karen. This one is for you.

Robert Jones

In fond memory of a dear friend

Peter and Vaynor Powell

Robert Thorne

In loving memory of a lovely man, sadly missed

Anthony Duke

Alan Thomas RIP

To a dearly loved colleague and friend Rosemary and Richard

Don Llewellyn

In loving memory of Mike

With love Roy and Elizbeth Jenkins

Mike Arrowsmith

24 Years of togetherness - greatly missed.

Kate lloyd

Michael Lewis Arrowsmith

@Fab

Stephanie Rogers

Fashion show

Until.the very end, always with us x

Sarah Hughes

Henri Oscar Bowen

With loving memory from all at Abertillery Bluebirds AFC

Derrick Williams

In loving memory of Christine. Sending all my love, thoughts, and deepest condolences to Stephen, Lee, and Nat from Dubai during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Christine. xxx

Kate Peters

Christine Anne Elward

Donations kindly given in memory of Rod Powell. A wonderful husband, father, pappy and friend to many.

Beverley Powell

Rod Powell

In memory of a treasured brother of a good friend.

Beryl and David

John David Hall

You are always in the thoughts of your beautiful family and friends. Rest easy Darren, I raise my glass to you my friend.

Ntech mechanical solutions Ltd

In memory of Darren John Lewis.

In loving memory of my dear brother Leighton Williams who is sadly missed and remembered every day! Much Love Sheila & Family xxx

Leighton Williams

Ben, we will never stop fighting for heart screening in your name!

From The Calon Hearts Team

Ben McDonald

You do a fantastic job...Thank You all for going above and beyond.... and for my further appointment at Aberkenfig this morning.....you have given me peace of mind. As a token of my gratitude please accept this donation.

Alan Davies

Team Calon Hearts

Sally and were very sorry to hear the terribly sad news about Mark - please accept our deepest condolences and pass them on. Mark readily shared his deep knowledge, was always cheerful and helpful. His good humour always left us smiling on the dockside and this is how we’ll remember and miss him.

Mike & Sally Thomas

In Memory of Mark

In memory of my grandad ❤️

Louise C Mead

Michael Reardon

Much loved mum who will be dearly missed. Love your beloved son Christopher Butler, family and friends xx

Tegwen Butler

It was a privilege to have you as my son. Will love and cherish you always

Iris Thomas

Mam

Best of luck this month

Tom Cunningham

For Ruth and family

To Liam, always loved and missed

Liam Humphreys

In memory of my Dad, Ken Towns, who sadly passed away in September, 2025.

Myfanwy Davies

Dads Heavenly Birthday

I gofio'n dyner iawn am Fam a Mamgu gariadus ac annwyl. Diolch am bopeth. In loving memory of a very dear Mother and Grandmother xx

Bethan Roberts

Myra Elizabeth Davies

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In memory of much loved Yvonne Harry

Yvonne Harry

Mark Sayce A collection was made by Mark’s work colleagues for his family. The wish of Mark’s family was to have the funds donated to your organisation to continue to raise awareness on the importance of Heart screening.

Andy Owens

Swansea Council's Mark Sayce

In loving memory, sadly missed on your birthday, love from his family in Cyprus

Derrick Williams, Cwmbran

Given with love ❤️

Kathryn collings

Gwynneth May Pittaway

RIP Nick! xx

Sharon Owen

Nick Lloyd

In loving memory of a much loved husband, Father and Grand Dad. Rest In Peace XX

Derek James

Alun, you were such a lovely friend to us both and we miss you tremendously. Rest up now, we will look after Mam, Cath, Lowri and Iwan. Xxxc

Janet Taplin

David Alun Thomas

In memory of Kory Russell, a beautiful young man who is so missed by all his family and friends x

Sandra Griffiths

Kory Russell

We hosted a bake sale to raise funds for your charity for valentines day!

Sophie Keen

STARLING BANK

Funds raised for Adam Cox family. We lost Adam in 2020. It is his wife Sara's wish to have the funds donated to your organization to help continue to raise awareness on the importance of heart screening.

Adam Cox

Thanks for the work you do for young people

Malcolm Norris

Thank you

'Dr Bill Ball, In loving memory of my dear brother, who is very sadly missed and remembered by his sister Sally, extended family and his many friends. Much love, Sally Ball xx

Bill Ball

RIP Aneurin, you are in our thoughts and prayers Much Love Louan Oestrich and Diane Emery & Family

Louan Emery

Aneurin James

Rest in peace

Susan Green

John Hall

Rest In Peace Mike. Thank you for all your support over the years. Much love from Sharon and all the team at Calon Hearts x

Michael Lewis Arrowsmith 'Mike'

The above gentlemen saved my husband’s life by giving him CPR for 20 minutes until doctors arrived with a defibrillator. Their training given by their employer & the work of the doctors meant that my husband is fit, well and alive. Diolch o galon

Barbara Scott

Brian, Andy & Liam

To our beloved alun thomas.

Paul +andrea

Alun thomas

Screen Early. Save Lives.

We focus on three areas

Three Ways To Take Action

Book A Heart Screening

Get A Defibrillator

Learn CPR And First Aid

Why This Matters

Campaigns

Upcoming Events

Community Updates

Latest News

The hidden dangers of a cold home: why keeping warm matters for your heart

Calon Hearts named Most Dedicated Heart Screening Charity 2026 at Welsh Enterprise Awards

I felt completely fine

Support Our Work

Stay In Touch

What People Say About Calon Hearts

ETHAN SEWELL

Chris & Ros Russon

Leeson Emery

Jayne Thomas

Peter Baldwin

Christine and Brian

Stephen and Merralyn Bowden

Garry Jones

Martin Reginald Harris

Pete Bailey

Derrick Williams

John Hall

Lea Ann Higson

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Eleanor Haines

Robert Jones

Peter and Christine Bentley

Paul Morgan

Gerald Chivers

David & Angela Francis

Jaime Ann Howard

Ian Richards

Pam, Bryn and Family

Janet Kayes

Charlie Marston

Lisa M Williams

Andrew Moxley

Williams Mills

Martin Duckett

Mayreen Gillies

Jacob Davies

ALAN REES

The Cook Family and friends

Robert Evans

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Jayne Watkins

Beth Bannan

Tony John Morgan

Michelle Morgan

Myfanwy Davies

Amy Ludford

Wendy Walker

Ashlee McFarland

Malcolm Francis

Rebecca Hutton

Carsten Muller

Luke Paul Jenkins

The Lamb Inn Newport

Sue Humphreys

Raymond Power

Williams Mills

Gwenda Williams

Robert Jones

Peter and Vaynor Powell

Anthony Duke

Don Llewellyn

Mike Arrowsmith

Kate lloyd

Stephanie Rogers

Sarah Hughes

Derrick Williams

Kate Peters

Beverley Powell

Screen Early.
Save Lives.