Jo Challis

GNR Family Runners

Fundraising for Stroke Association
£1,610
raised of £1,050 target
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Event: Simplyhealth Great North Run 2019, on 8 September 2019
Participants: Paul Challis, Julie Dessoy,
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. You can help us rebuild them by joining and supporting #TeamStroke in taking on the biggest Half Marathon in the world.

Story

Julie - In 2013, my sister-in-law had a stroke. She was just 37 and had just had a tiny baby, who was only 6 weeks old. I was completely shocked, I couldn’t believe that someone so young, fit and healthy could have a stroke.

Jo received fabulous medical care and was given a wide range of information from the Stroke Association in the hospital ward. This helped her understand what a stroke was and what had actually happened to her.

On Sunday 8th September, I will be taking part in the Great North Run - a half marathon in Newcastle. I will be running with my lovely, inspirational sister-in-law, Jo and my fabulous brother Paul. We will be running on behalf of the Stroke Association to raise money and awareness for this excellent charity

Jo - I’m a stroke survivor and I’m running to raise awareness. When I had a stroke in 2013, I didn’t even know what it was or what it does - I was given vital information from the stroke association via leaflets that were on the hospital ward. The fact I could read that information so quickly helped me understand and process what had happened.  That was just a small part of what the SA do for patients, and I’m extremely  grateful for all they do.

I’m so happy to be running with Paul and Sis-in-law Julie, and so pleased to have their support. It will be a (tough) day to remember for lots of reasons 💜


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About the campaign

Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. You can help us rebuild them by joining and supporting #TeamStroke in taking on the biggest Half Marathon in the world.

About the charity

Stroke Association

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When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. Life changes instantly and recovery is tough. But the brain can adapt. Our specialist support, research and campaigning are only possible with the courage and determination of the stroke community.

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£1,610.00
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£1,610.00
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