Clinton Pugh

Clinton Pugh's Strictly Oxford Challenge

Fundraising for Vale House Oxford
£2,465
raised of £1,000 target
Donations cannot currently be made to this page
Event: Strictly Oxford, on 15 July 2012
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Story

I knew had to say yes when Bill Heine collared me for this challenge.I also knew it would be much harder for me than anyone else.Why? well because it just would be. For  25 years I've been thinking up excuses why I can't go clubbing or salsa, but I couldn't get out of this one because it's for CHARITY and because Vale House is definitely worth looking an idiot for.  

 Recently a family friend  of my age (young!) developed rapid onset Alzheimer’s - This poor woman has suffered so many indignities since being sectioned and admitted to a care home in another county.If only she were in Oxford and able to receive the sort of enlightened, compassionate care that is the core of Vale House. Her family feel helpless since she was sectioned and are dismayed at the lack of privacy and respect that she is given.Since I signed up to Strictly I have heard so many good things about Vale House. Local people are very proud of the work that Vale House does, it really is a shining light for alzheimer sufferers and we are lucky that it is here-but only because it paid for independently by fundraisers.If only all care was this good.
Anyway everyone said '-oh don't worry you'll be fine bla bla... it won't be hard... you'll have loads of time... it's only THREE dances bla bla...'
Well it is VERY HARD and it is only fine because I have a brilliant teacher and dance partner Viki. When she is not at class my brain goes white and I'm back at school and bewildered. Viki likes to win so I hope she didn't draw the short straw with me. I'll keep working on it.
I need you now quickly as I'm the last again to get this page up. Please sign up and help me help Vale House,love to you all, Clint x
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Vale House Oxford

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Vale House cares for people with dementia however severe or complicated, and to support their families. We know that everyone experiences dementia differently and we respect the dignity and uniqueness of each of our residents. The funds raised will continue the vital work of Vale House. Thank you!

Donation summary

Total raised
£2,464.50
+ £368.63 Gift Aid
Online donations
£2,464.50
Offline donations
£0.00

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