Sad passing of David Dubar

It is with great sadness that we need to inform you about the death of our colleague David Dubar who worked in Chelmsford EOC.

David had completed 17 years with the Trust as an ECAT Assistant and EOC call handler. 

This was unexpected news and due to natural causes; the thoughts of us are with David’s family and friends at this difficult time.

With the consent of David’s family, we are releasing this message to the whole trust. The family have asked that anyone who wishes to attend David’s funeral contact Ali Syme (ECAT Operations Manager) to obtain the relevant details. The service will be supporting the funeral with the wishes of the family.

Please remember that we provide a confidential free support service via our Employee Assistance Programme, which includes 24 hour ‘In Crisis’ telephone support for employees in severe emotional distress and you can access this helpline on 0808 196 2370. There is also a helpline that provides free, confidential advice and guidance on a wide range of subjects including work or personal relationship issues and mental health and wellbeing and this can be accessed on 0808 196 2374.

The Ambulance Service Charity (TASC) is also available for any current or former NHS (or private CQC registered) ambulance service employee with more than 12 months service, or their close family, and for university student paramedics who are in year 2 or 3 of their studies. TASC offers help with mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. It can include counselling, physiotherapy, help with substance abuse, bereavement, financial issues or general wellbeing. You can contact them on 02477 987 922.

Richard Smith (Senior Operations Centre Manager – Clinical Services)

Published 21st July 2023