Every Last Step for George

George, my beautiful son. 24 years young and so full of life, love and energy. Always had a joke to be told at the most inappropriate of times :)

He would light up the room, talk to anyone, strangers soon become friends. He was one of a kind.

George enjoyed playing his guitar, trying out new moves on his skateboard. But most of all he loved to spend time with his 2 beautiful children, he adored them, he was an amazing daddy.

George was kind , caring and sensitive. More recently, he was diagnosed with severe ADHD which at times made him vulnerable. George could struggle with different aspects/ pressures of daily life. He was in the process of seeking professional help - but unfortunately for us that help wasn’t soon enough. George would regularly self medicate and sadly passed away on 25th Nov 2024.

Before George died, I had been lucky enough to secure myself a place via the ballot to run the London Marathon 2025. Losing George was a huge shock and in the midst of my grief, I was not at first sure that I could run those miles. 3 months later, and I am throwing myself into training. It's giving me something focus on, the biggest physical and mental challenge I’ve ever faced, but I feel I have to do this one for George.

Every last step for George.

Bristol Mind is an amazing charity offering mental health and counselling support adults within our community. Bristol Mind has recently highlighted the need for more counselling for the 18-25 year age group, a generation so deeply affected by Covid-19 and the ongoing social and economic challenges faced in our society. Young adults are vulnerable, they need the support and we need to do more to help them.

George always wanted to help those less fortunate than himself. For this reason, I have chosen Bristol Mind as my charity of choice for the London Marathon 2025. Please sponsor me, and help us to raise vital funds.

Casey xx