Richard's Skydive for Ataxia UK

Richard Brown is raising money for Ataxia UK
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Richard Brown's skydive for Ataxia UK · 14 June 2014

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10,500 people in the UK have ataxia which is a progressive neurological condition that disrupts the messages sent from our brains to our muscles that are used to move, speak, listen and see. Ataxia UK funds research into finding treatments and a cure and provide support until they are found.

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*update* Conditions on 14/6 meant I couldn't jump, despite waiting into the afternoon. I am returning 15/7 to try again.

Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

Ok, so you're wondering why a retired, disabled, father with another on the way would possibly want to do something like this?

Sure, I need a challenge, I need to show the world that disabled people can accomplish anything. But most of all, less than one in ten people have even heard of Ataxia - I need your support to change this.

Ataxia UK is a great charity, one which I am closely involved in. It has been helping people with ataxia (like me) for nearly 50 years. Their vision is to find a cure by 2020, I am hoping to raise over £1000 towards this - please give generously and tell your friends! 

Safety is very important to me. I have consulted closely with my GP, Neurologist and the British Parachute School, and while I understand it will be a physical challenge for me, they are all satisfied that I will be able to participate safely. This is a one-off event, that I can work towards over the coming months (lose weight, build up strength and fitness).

Thanks,

Rich

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