Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. I'm sure by now you're thinking why on earth am I choosing to shave my head, at one of the coldest times of the year... 

As some of you may know my family has been rocked by dementia multiple times. Firstly when my Granny, Liz was diagnosed with vascular dementia, closely followed by my Nan, Iris. Some would say we became quite 'well-versed' in handling the intense sadness, distress and grief that enters your life when a loved one is diagnosed. It's something I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy, as the condition doesn't just affect the individual but everyone who holds them dear. 

We saw first hand the devastating impact caring for my Granny had on my Grandad, Ian. He became part of a statistic - 63% of carers die before the person they care for. He died within a month of a diagnosis of prostrate cancer. The strain on carers is often so great they forget to look after themselves. 

But out of this dark time in our families history, MindforYou was born - a charity founded by my Mum, Carol, that provides specialist holidays for people living with dementia and their families. After witnessing just how exhausting caring was, my Mum wanted to help more couples experience the joy & relaxation you only find on a special holiday together.

I'm raising money for MindforYou so more people can access the benefits their holidays bring. They passionately believe that everyone has the right to have a fabulous holiday and so your donations will help give the gift of a vital break to those who deserve and need it most. Some of which spend 100+ hours a week caring for their loved one with dementia, that's more than DOUBLE the UK's legal working limit. 

'Sadly my wife entered a care home last week, but you (MindforYou) gave us the happiest last 15 months. I have so many wonderful, lasting memories. Thank you.' - MindforYou Guest 

'We were able to truly relax, the stress was taken away from us. I forgot all my worries.' - MindforYou Guest

Any money you donate will be so greatly appreciated. D-Day for the 'big shave' is Thursday 24th March. Look to this page and MindforYou's socials for the big reveal. 

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MindforYou1

Twitter - https://twitter.com/MindForYou_

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mindforyouholidays/

All my love, 

Emma x

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