Justine King

I'm swimming 5km this November for Dementia UK! 🏊‍♀️💙

Dementia is a cause that's very close to my heart, having seen first-hand just how much it can affect a family.

My nan had dementia, and while watching someone you love go through it is incredibly difficult, there were still so many moments of laughter. She had the most amazing sense of humour, and even when her memory wasn't quite what it used to be, that wonderful part of her personality still shone through.

But dementia is heartbreaking in ways that are difficult to explain unless you've experienced it. There's something particularly painful about someone who's known you your whole life no longer recognising you. It's incredibly tough, not just for the person living with dementia, but for everyone who loves and cares for them.

That's why I've decided to take on the November Swim Challenge and raise money for Dementia UK, helping families get the practical and emotional support they desperately need.

I caught the swimming bug over the summer and have been looking for a reason to keep it up. So, when I came across this challenge, it felt like the perfect opportunity to do something I enjoy, push myself to swim more consistently and raise money for a cause that means so much to me.

My goal is to swim 5km throughout November, which is about 200 lengths of a 25-metre pool! 

Just £33 could fund an hour with a specialist dementia Admiral Nurse, providing invaluable advice, reassurance and support to families navigating life with dementia.

If you're able to sponsor me, whether it's a couple of pounds or a little more, I'd be so grateful. Every donation really does make a difference.

Thank you so much for your support! 💙