The Grace Dear Trust
Row Paddle Run Elmbridge Sunday, October 8th 2023
Row, paddle or run your way down the river Thames. Starting at Elmbridge Canoe club and finishing at Sadlers Ride, Hurst Park, Molesey
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ABOUT THE EVENT
A group of local sports clubs across Elmbridge, coming together on Sunday, October 10th to raise awareness and funds for young people's mental health. Together, we will row, paddle and run from Elmbridge Canoe Club to Sadlers Ride in Hurst Park Together we are stronger, together we can make a difference!
WHY NOW?
Now more than ever, with the impact of the pandemic, people's mental health is at an all-time low. We will never truly know how people's mental health has been affected by the multiple lockdowns and not being able to see their friends, family and support groups for such long periods of time. We believe that the treatment available for those suffering with mental illness is severely limited.....
To put in perspective, it costs £200 to fund one counselor at one school who can see five young people in one day. This amounts to £8500 per year to provide one school with a counselor one day a week. Each counselling session lasts between 6-12 weeks. At current levels, The Grace Dear Trust can support 100 students per year.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED?
For more information and to find out how to take part, follow the link below.
