Dementia is a seriously cruel illness, that effects the young and the old. It's relentless and steals everything from a person.

St Johns nursing home , cares for people that most care homes in Boston can't cope with, due the the challenging nature of their type of dementia.

My Mum was placed here in August 2017. She's 64 and has had the illness since she was 50.

Most of the residents at St John's have no family or visitors; it's fair to say they have 'nothing', other than the carers and staff that work here. It's very sad situation for all involved.

St John's has been in administration for over two years; whilst the home runs and functions; there is no money for the residents 'comforts'. I repeat ... most of them have nothing and no-one.

This is why myself and carers from St John's are taking part in the 'Boston Marathon 2018' and this is why, we are are asking for your help and donations.

All money donated will be for the residents 'comforts'; comforts being . . . a day out, entertainment, christmas, birthdays and other fun activities- 'comforts' we all have and take for granted.

Please please donate to the 'unconventional and unique personalities' of this loving nursing home.

... after all, what's anyone's life without a few 'treats' ? x x x