Bethan, Kerry and Leonie's page
Bethan Davies is raising money for Alzheimer's Society
Story
Thank you for taking the time to view our page.On Sunday 11th September we will all be taking part in the Great North Run, which is just a mere 13.1 miles!!!We have chosen to run for Alzheimer's Society which is a charity close to all of our hearts with us all having personally experienced a loved one suffering with this cruel illness.Alzheimer's does not just affect the individual but their family and friends. Our biggest hope is that one day there will be a cure for Alzheimer's and by doing this run we hope to raise funds to one day achieve this.
Bethan's story - I decided at the beginning of the year that I wanted to set myself a challenge, that took me out of my comfort zone, and pushed my fitness, although never in a million years, did I imagine that a coffee, cake and a catch up would lead to me agreeing to running 13.1 miles ! I've never run more than 5k (and it's been about 20yrs since I did that !), so this is going to be a massive challenge for me, but knowing that by doing this we will be helping to raise money for such a worthy cause, is motivation enough for me to get my running shoes on !
Leonie's story - I was in blissful ignorance as to what an Alzheimers diagnosis meant until my Dad was diagnosed with this illness 9 years ago. It has been incredibly difficult watching someone I love deteriorating through this illness and to have the knowledge there is no cure. I am running for Alzehimers society in the hope that anyone who has to go through this journey has the support and care that they need.
Kerry's story - every year I like to set myself a challenge. This year I decided to take part in a half marathon. Alzheimer's is an illness I have had personal experience of as my nana was diagnosed with Alzheimer's three years ago. Until then I had not realised the effect this illness can have. Although the training is tough, the opportunity to raise money for such a worthwhile cause keeps me focussed. Please donate - it will make a difference.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
Bethan's story - I decided at the beginning of the year that I wanted to set myself a challenge, that took me out of my comfort zone, and pushed my fitness, although never in a million years, did I imagine that a coffee, cake and a catch up would lead to me agreeing to running 13.1 miles ! I've never run more than 5k (and it's been about 20yrs since I did that !), so this is going to be a massive challenge for me, but knowing that by doing this we will be helping to raise money for such a worthy cause, is motivation enough for me to get my running shoes on !
Leonie's story - I was in blissful ignorance as to what an Alzheimers diagnosis meant until my Dad was diagnosed with this illness 9 years ago. It has been incredibly difficult watching someone I love deteriorating through this illness and to have the knowledge there is no cure. I am running for Alzehimers society in the hope that anyone who has to go through this journey has the support and care that they need.
Kerry's story - every year I like to set myself a challenge. This year I decided to take part in a half marathon. Alzheimer's is an illness I have had personal experience of as my nana was diagnosed with Alzheimer's three years ago. Until then I had not realised the effect this illness can have. Although the training is tough, the opportunity to raise money for such a worthwhile cause keeps me focussed. Please donate - it will make a difference.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.