Iain Elder

Iain's Splashing into 60 !

Fundraising for Leuchie House National Respite Centre
£1,520
raised of £1,000 target
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Splashing into 60 !, 12 May 2022
We provide short breaks with 24hr care to support people with long term conditions

Story

Well who knows how it happened but happen it has, I have been
given the great honour by my son and daughter in the latter part of 2021 to become a Grandad to two beautiful, funny and very healthy granddaughters, Aria coming first closely followed ten weeks later by Indie Savannah, as if to add insult to injury though just last week I
turned sixty!!!!!!!!!!!!???????? how come? so, this year we have decided that the now old man should slow the pace of things down a bit. To this end this year's fundraising challenge on behalf of our two wonderful nominated not for profit charities my spiritual home Leuchie House  National Respite Centre and the amazing Walk with Scott Foundation. 

On the 12th of May  I will be taking on a white-water rafting expedition, down the deepest darkest reaches of the river Tay, those of you who know me and know of my MS already know that both my wife and I refuse to let this condition hold us back, and we will continue as long as we are physically able to do our own little bit to help these wonderful charities that work both nationally and
locally within their communities to help others less fortunate than ourselves.

 Leuchie House

At Leuchie we are dedicated to supporting people living with the long-term effects of conditions such as MS, MND, Parkinson’s and other neurological conditions through individualised respite breaks, and by providing an essential break for carers. With our specialist team, our enabling approach, our stunning location in the East Lothian countryside and our beautiful house, for short breaks with 24 hour care, Leuchie House really is one of a kind.

Walk with Scott Foundation 

The Walk With Scott Foundation is a community driven charity based in East Lothian, which:

  • promotes health and wellbeing in the community
  • supports mental health and inclusion
  • supports Communities in East Lothian by organizing events and giving grants.



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About the charity

Leuchie House is a unique place where people with MS, Parkinson's & other long term conditions can have a respite break - a vital lifeline away from the difficulties of living with their condition. With tailor-made trips, activities & care we support them to have a real break away from the everyday.

Donation summary

Total raised
£1,520.00
+ £252.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£1,370.00
Offline donations
£150.00

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