Our Ambassadors
Age UK North Tyneside is excited to announce our new ambassadors.
They will be joining us to support in the vital role of raising awareness about dementia. By building relationships with community members, businesses, and stakeholders, the ambassadors will contribute to foster a more dementia and age-friendly community, ensuring that those affected feel supported and informed about the help available.
Age UK NorthTyneside's Chief Executive, Dawn McNally explained "We are excited and extremely grateful for the support of Dame Margaret, Joe and Steve for our work supporting people living with dementia. Their involvement will allow us to reach a wider audience and raise awareness of the challenges of living with dementia, and more importantly the support that is available through their fundraising to continue our much-needed services"
Dame Margaret Barbour DBE., DL.
Dame Margaret is Chairman of J Barbour & Sons Ltd. In 1988, Dame Margaret founded The Barbour Trust (now the Barbour Foundation) which to date has awarded grants of over £29m to charities and cultural projects, mainly in the North East. In 1999 Dame Margaret established the Women’s Fund at the Community Foundation for Tyne & Wear and Northumberland and in 2002 in memory of her late mother-in-law, set up The Nancy Barbour Award to recognise organisations helping disabled people to play a more active part in the community.
In 1991, Dame Margaret was honoured with a CBE for services to industry and in 1994, she became President of the Royal Warrant Holders Association. In 2001, she became a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
Joe Allon
Joe Allon is a former professional footballer who played for 10 clubs including Newcastle United, Chelsea, and Brentford in a 14 year period scoring 135 goals in 361 league and cup games. After retiring from the game he has spent his time on the after dinner circuit and supporting local charities."I am delighted to be coming on board as an ambassador for such a wonderful charity. My parents both suffered from dementia. I look forward to raising funds and awareness. “
Steve Wraith
Steve Wraith is an actor, writer and presenter. He is best known for his roles in Vera, 55 Degrees North, and Rise Of The Footsoldier. He presents the North East Football Breakfast Show and NUFC Matters podcast. He also has a 25 year track record in events working with the likes of boxer Floyd Mayweather and footballer Alan Shearer. " I am truly honoured to become an ambassador for this charity. I have seen the day to day work at the centres at close hand and am determined to help make a difference."