We are devastated to learn of the sad passing of Emma Britton over the weekend. She was an incredible person – full of empathy, love and compassion, with such a wonderful sense of fun – and this came across in everything she did.
Emma was a huge advocate and friend of Alive. It all started in 2018 when Emma was the voice and face of the BBC Radio Bristol Breakfast Show. Alive somehow became Radio Bristol’s Charity of the Year, which was absolutely huge for us. We worked together for 18 months, and Emma and the other presenters helped raise more than £30,000 for Alive.
Emma was the driving force behind so much of it – hosting fundraising events, taking on a Couch to 5K challenge which she absolutely smashed, and even interviewing a chicken live on air! There were so many brilliantly funny and engaging moments with her.
But more than anything, Emma had an extraordinary ability to connect with people. Whenever she attended our activity sessions, she immediately understood the difference that activity, connection and engagement can make to people living with dementia. Her empathy shone through, and she brought smiles wherever she went.
“Emma was an absolute star and her genuine love for people shone out both on and off the radio. She had a brilliant sense of humour and an incredible ability to connect with everyone she met. We are hugely grateful for everything Emma brought to the appeal.”
“Personally, Emma really encouraged me to speak on the radio, and it was such a privilege to chat with her regularly. She will be so deeply missed by so many people.” Said Isobel Jones, CEO of Alive.
The world was a brighter place with Emma in it. Our thoughts and love are with all her family and friends.
