Dementia first touched my life when my dad, Bert, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Although it started with small signs, it soon, not only took over his life, robbing him of any dignity, but affected the lives of all those around him. In a way he was lucky, the dreadful disease progressed very quickly and he was taken from us in 2009. But since then, many people who I have known and loved have either been struck by this heartbreaking illness or have had their lives affected by it.

So I am doing this trek in memory of many loved ones and to raise money to fight this disease and to support all those devastated by dementia.

I appreciate times are very hard for many people at the moment but any amount you can spare will be very much appreciated.

Thank you for your donation. If you would like to know more about Alzheimer’s or dementia, please go to www.alzheimers.org.uk