Matthew Chard

Matthew's Royal Parks Half Marathon 2022 page

Fundraising for Macular Society
£1,300
raised of £1,500 target
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Event: Royal Parks Half Marathon 2022, on 9 October 2022
In memory of Sheila Brewer
Macular Society

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RCN 1001198, SC042015
We fund research and offer support to beat the isolation of macular disease

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page. I am running the Royal Parks Half on 9th October in memory of Gran. In October last year we sadly lost my granny at the ripe old age of 100. Granny was always someone who loved watching/playing any sport throughout her life, something I share the same passion of doing which is where we formed our amazing bond.

Unfortunately in the last few years of her life, her eye sight began to deteriorate which meant that she was eventually no longer able to enjoy this passion for sport which was a key aspect of keeping her entertained in her later years given her reduced mobility in her old age. Macular degeneration had a huge impact on her. From being a very independent lady, she was no longer able to do many of the things she had loved and became far more dependent on others which I know frustrated her immensely. 

Whilst I knew granny did not feel lonely as we were lucky enough to live close by, we could not be with her every minute of the day which I found difficult given I knew the degeneration of her eyes would cause an impact mentally and emotionally.

I am raising money for the Macular Society to help with research in finding a cure for this awful disease in order to ensure less people are having to suffer in isolation.

Every donation counts so please do help me play my part in curing this disease.

xxxx

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About the charity

Macular Society

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RCN 1001198, SC042015
The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support. Medical research will lead us to the cure we need to beat macular disease for the next generation.

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