Michelle Lyall

Michelle's Red January 2020

Fundraising for Duchenne Family Support Group
£1,303
raised of £150 target
Red January 2020, 1 January 2020
Duchenne Family Support Group

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RCN 1128653
We support families affected by DMD to signpost, help and support

Story

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I am taking part in two challenges in January  One is RED January where you have to challenge yourself to do something physical every day  Due to injury this year I have really struggled to do anything so this will be huge for me to push myself to get back out there  

The other challenge is a 28 day challenge with “One Year No Beer”.  One year seemed a little daunting so I have opted for the easier option  Those who know me will know how hard this will be as I use a drink or two in the evening to relax but I now feel it isn’t doing me any favours and I need to have more control xx 

I also have my beautiful Dan, who has DMD. We had never heard of this condition until 2002  it can affect any family at any time and it is heartbreaking to watch your child struggle to do daily tasks  Walking, brushing your teeth, going to toilet independently, scratching your head are all luxuries that DMD sufferers no longer have and as it is a progressive disorder things never get better!! 

Although some lads are now reaching their 30’s this is still considered to not be the normal with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy with lots of boys losing their fight before their 18th birthday and indeed some as young as 7  

Please donate whatever you can to help this small, amazing charity where literally every penny raised goes towards helping families who have DMD in their lives  Thank you ❤️

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About the charity

Duchenne Family Support Group

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RCN 1128653
The DFSG helps families affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a muscle-wasting condition mainly affecting boys. The condition results in decreasing mobility and muscle strength with limited life expectancy (usually to mid-20s). We provide a helpline, support, and organise social events.

Donation summary

Total raised
£1,302.52
+ £233.75 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,302.52
Offline donations
£0.00

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