Melody's page

Mind Hike: Highlands · 13 September 2019 to 15 September 2019 ·
Thank you for visiting my page. I'm taking on this incredible challenge and fundraising in support of Mind. I’m terrified of hills, I’m terrible at trekking and I’m really worried that I’m going to fall off a mountaintop.
I am paying for the event myself, anything I raise will be above and beyond the costs required to take part in this challenge.
My motivation is this...
1 in 4 people will have a mental health problem this year, but too many people are made to feel isolated and ashamed as a result.
I feel like mental health is still something that is not talked about enough.
I have been fortunate enough to have plenty of support whenever I have been struggling with anxiety and depression, but there are many out there who don't have the amazing support network that I have.
Globally, more than 300 million people suffer from depression and more than 260 million are living with anxiety disorders. I would like to raise some money to enable Mind to continue supporting those affected and raise awareness of the widespread nature of these and many other mental health issues.
I really appreciate all your support and thank you for any donations.
It's #timetochange
Who are Mind?
We're Mind, the mental health charity. We believe no one should have to face a mental health problem alone. We're here for you. Today. Now. Whether you're stressed, depressed or in crisis. We'll listen, give support and advice, and fight your corner.
We provide advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. We campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. We won't give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect.
Watch this short video to find out more?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPxHTZRwXX8
I'm raising funds to support the important work Mind does and to allow them to continue to be there for everyone who needs them. Please donate if you can.
This is what your donation could do:
£10 could allow us to send essential information booklets about mental health to 40 people.
£40 could pay for 28 people to campaign for change on our behalf.
£70 could keep our online community, Elefriends, open and safe for two hours.
£120 could offer a lifeline to eight people in desperate need of support from our Mind legal line.
£200 could help us keep the Mind Infoline open for 1 hour, helping 35 people.
£300 could support a young person bereaved by suicide to access 1:1 and group support.
£550 could provide five people struggling with their mental health a place in a 10-week wellbeing group with team sports and cookery.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my page and for donating. Your support is hugely appreciated.
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