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Mental health has come a long way but too many still have to fight to get help. There was already a mental health emergency before coronavirus. But the pandemic has increased the scale of need in the nation’s mental health. We are running the Brentwood marathon to help raise money for the amazing work Thurrock and Brentwood Mind do to help those who need it. 

We are also running this half marathon in memory of an amazing man, Siva Dharmalingam. As you can see from the pictures he was and still is loved by so many. I was incredibly lucky to be able to call him a friend. 

His heart was bigger than anyone's I've ever known. Always seeing the good in people, and always eager to help, he supported so many charities and helped so many people. He loved to see others happy and would do anything for anyone. His ability to light up a room with his iconic laugh, dance moves, epic humour and birthday messages are deeply missed.

Sadly after a long battle with mental health Siva passed away in August 2020. As a way of continuing his love for helping others we are looking to raise as much as we can for Thurrock and Brentwood Mind charity. Anything you can give is greatly appreciated. 

We love you Siva xx