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I'm walking 30 miles in September
I’m walking 30 Miles in September and raising funds for families affected by dementia. I would be grateful for your support.
An £8 donation could cover the telephone costs of two families seeking support through Dementia UK's free Helpline. £33 could fund an hour with a dementia specialist Admiral Nurse, helping a family with practical solutions and emotional support.
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30 Miles. 1 Cause. Let's Do This.
Sunday 3rd AugSo, I’ve gone and signed myself up to walk 30 miles in September in support of Dementia UK. Yes, me! Those who know me, know, that this is waaaaay out of my comfort zone; definitely not something I've done before!
So Why have I decided to do this? Well, because dementia is something that affects so many people and families, often quietly, slowly, and painfully. I’ve seen how hard it can be. The confusion, the forgetting, the heartbreak of watching someone you love disappear in pieces. It’s not just memory that gets taken, it’s connection, confidence, and often peace of mind for the whole family.
That’s why I’m doing this. To raise awareness, raise money, and hopefully raise a few eyebrows when I clock up those miles. My goal is to reach £200, but honestly, I’d love to go far beyond that. Every donation helps Dementia UK provide vital specialist nurses to families who are going through this tough journey.
Now, I won’t pretend this will be easy. I may or may not be planning my routes around coffee shops and benches. And yes, my legs might complain, my feet might throw a tantrum, and I might wonder more than once why I didn’t pick a sitting-down kind of fundraiser.
But I’m determined. Because every step I take this September is for someone who can’t. For families who feel lost. For people caring day in and day out with no break, no guide, and sometimes, no hope. If a bit of walking (and a lot of moaning) can bring even a little help to them, then it’s worth every mile.
Here’s how you can help:
Please consider sponsoring me, whatever you can give, big or small, will go directly to Dementia UK’s amazing work.
And if you’re thinking, you could do this too, then come join in! Walk your own 30 miles and let's encourage each other along the way. The more of us out there walking with purpose, the stronger the message we send.
Thank you so much for reading, and thank you even more if you choose to donate. You’ll be with me every step, even if I’m dragging myself through the last few miles with sore feet and a stubborn determination not to give up.
Let’s make a difference. Together.
Esharat Nasar-Ahmed
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