99-year-old Glad Dent has been a member of the Calvary Mater Newcastle Auxiliary ‘Cancer Carers’ since July 1999 and is faultless in her dedication to this group. The Auxiliary is the main fundraising arm of Calvary Mater Newcastle. From 2000 to 2017 the Auxiliary has raised $3.8 million which is used to purchase oncology equipment and items of need for the care and comfort of patients at Calvary Mater Newcastle. Many of these items could not have been purchased if it wasn’t for the Auxiliary’s fundraising efforts.
Glad has selflessly dedicated many years to the Hunter and Newcastle community and is a great ambassador for the hospital. She joined the Auxiliary at the tender age of 80 and is a well-respected and very much valued Auxiliary member. Her wisdom, warm personality and friendship is very much admired and appreciated by all who come into contact with her.