*Thank you everyone for your amazing support. This year and challenge draw to a close but this is very much the start of my journey. For year 2 I am taking on more than I can manage alone… Can you help Share The Load? https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Elizabeth-Kemp11*

Every year more than 5000 people in the UK tragically take their own lives. This leaves shock, guilt, blame and devastation for those left behind.  Our lives were changed forever when our son Jared tragically died. By fundraising in his name I hope to heal some of the pain and give something back to the charities that have been there when I’ve needed them most.

In the darkest hours when I was most alone the Samaritans were there for me.  The message is simple: talking saves lives.

Between World Mental Health Day 2021 and World Suicide Prevention Day 2022 I will be running to raise funds and awareness. My target is 1000 km so wish me luck! I’m running the Blaydon race and finishing this challenge with the Great North Run -😱

If you would like to join Team Jared and run your own event to raise funds and awareness to support mental health you are very welcome! Just click the Team link further down this page to find out more.

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