As most of you know, Alzheimers is a condition which has had a big impact on my family and consquently my sister Cath has been doing sporting events to raise money for the Alzheimer's Society for a few years now. This summer I am joining her in my first fundraising event as we both complete the Great Manchester Swim for the first time. I will be raising money for the Alzheimer's Society while this time Cath is raising money for Manchester Children's Hosptial, which is part of the hospital where she works.

I think it is fair to say we are both excited but fairly nervous...mainly about the water temperature! So please make a donation either to mine or Cath's page to spur us on as we complete our swim.

Thank you for your support :)

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