Help me raise money for The Shed - Tameside

Everyone who knows me knows I do not do exercise... Which is why you will all be shocked to know that I am running the AJ Bell Great Run (10Km) on Sunday 26th May 2024.

The charity I have decided to fundraise for is the Shed in Tameside. The Shed is a larger version of the typical men’s shed at the bottom of the garden – a place where he feels at home. It offers a safe, friendly and inclusive workshop, where men (and women on Fridays) come together to work on projects for the local community, share ideas and experiences. More importantly, it’s a place where they can make friends and enjoy themselves.

The shed has played a massive role in my families life; My boyfriend's dad (Paul) is one of the most caring people I know, he is a full time carer for his wife and an amazing dad to my boyfriend and has been a great support system for me and my family over the past 6 years.

Sadly, Paul lost his brother 2 years ago, which understandably had an impact on his mental health. As a family we noticed he was not his usual self; It was at a routine hospital appointment for his wife where he expressed his feelings and Tameside hospital referred him to the shed.

The Shed isn't just about dealing with loss though, It's a place where men from all walks of life come together. Some are struggling with mental health, others are living with disabilities—it's a real mix. But what unites them is the sense of support and understanding they find there.

Paul now works at The Shed as a volunteer, helping other men (and women) reclaim their confidence and purpose. It's given lots of men something to look forward to and a supportive environment they can rely on. It also has given my family the peace of mind that he is not bottling up his feelings - which is often the case with men!

The shed could use a helping hand and needs support to keep doing its incredible work. Your donations will make sure it can continue to have this positive impact on the community.

If you would like further information on the shed, here is their facebook page: The Shed - Tameside

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