Emma Phillpot

Why I’m doing this 💙

This October, I’m taking on the challenge of walking 62 miles alongside some absolutely amazing colleagues & their families to raise money for Dementia UK.

Now, anyone who knows me will know that I am definitely not a walking person, so 62 miles is going to be a MASSIVE challenge for me 🤣 I’m sure there will be plenty of moaning along the way, but I’m doing it for a cause that has become incredibly close to my heart.

As many of you know, my Dad is living with dementia. Watching someone you love go through this is incredibly hard, and it’s not just the person with dementia who is affected. It affects the whole family. There are so many worries, so much uncertainty and so many times when you just don’t know what you’re supposed to do or who you’re supposed to ask for help.

Recently, things have been particularly difficult for us as a family, and I found myself needing some advice and support. I reached out to Dementia UK and honestly, their support was absolutely amazing. At a time when I felt overwhelmed and didn’t really know where to turn, just having someone listen, understand and give me advice made such a huge difference.

It really made me realise how important the support Dementia UK provides is, not just for people living with dementia but for their families too. Sometimes you just need someone who understands what you’re going through and can help you make sense of everything.

That’s why this fundraiser means so much to me.

So, throughout October, we will be getting our steps in and walking 62 miles together! 🤣 There will definitely be tired legs, probably some moaning from me and hopefully lots of laughs along the way.

Every donation, no matter how small, will help Dementia UK continue providing the incredible support that families like mine need.

I’d be so grateful for any support you can give us. 💙

Thank you so much for supporting us — and please wish my poor feet luck! 🤣🚶‍♀️