Charlotte Thomas

Walking with Love: 50 Miles for Dementia and Alzheimer’s

This month, I’ve signed up to walk 50 miles for dementia, a challenge that is very close to my heart.

My grandfather lives with dementia and Alzheimer’s, and watching someone you love slowly change because of this illness is something I wouldn’t wish on anyone. Dementia doesn’t just affect the person diagnosed — it impacts families, friends, and carers every single day. Memories fade, familiar faces become confusing, and simple conversations can become difficult. Yet the love we have for them never disappears.

I’m taking on this challenge to raise awareness, funds, and support for people living with dementia and for the families who walk this journey alongside them. Every mile I walk is for my grandfather and for the millions of people around the world affected by dementia and Alzheimer’s.

By walking 50 miles this month, I hope to:

• Support vital research into dementia and Alzheimer’s
• Help fund care and support services for those living with the condition
• Raise awareness about the realities of dementia and its impact on families

If you’re able to donate, share, or even just cheer me on, it would mean more than I can say. Every contribution — no matter how small — helps make a difference.

Thank you for supporting me, and thank you for helping to support everyone affected by dementia. 💙