John Veldhoven

John's Great Run Manchester 10k page

Fundraising for Motor Neurone Disease Association
£1,110
raised of £1,000 target
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Great Run Manchester 10k, 20 May 2018
Participants: Team John!!
We fund care, campaigning and research to achieve a world free from MND

Story

Those who know me will know that in Sept 2015 my life changed when I was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.  Since then my health has changed for the worse, and quickly.  Now I struggle with simple, every day tasks such as getting dressed and even eating, my speech is slurring more and more as each week passes and I can no longer walk unaided.   I am now reliant on using a wheelchair permanently and can only get around with the help of others.

However, that wont stop me!  Myself and a  team of special friends are doing the Manchester 10k in May!  I have a team of ten people who will take it in turns to push me round the course and over that finish line.  I will get that medal......Wheelchair or not!  

The Manchester Branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Association ensure that people affected by MND in and around the area and their carers get the emotional, practical and financial help they need to live with this horrendous condition.  MND is terminal with no cure and no treatment.  Please give generously and help them continue the amazing work that they do for people like me.

Thank you xx

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The MND Association focuses on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those living with or affected by MND in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. If you or a loved one need practical or emotional support, call our Connect Helpline on 0808 802 6262, Mon to Fri between 9am and 4pm.

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