Raise money for Mind and Dementia UK

Do you want to join us in making a difference?

We are all raising money in aid of Mind and Dementia UK. Thank you in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to us all.

35 people are running (or trying to) the Bristol Half Marathon in loving Memory of Harry Greenman who we lost suddenly due to a battle with mental health and Hilda Jones who is suffering the effects of Dementia.

Never in a million years would any of us think we could run 2 miles, let alone a half marathon however we have all accepted the challenge to raise as much money as possible for 2 charities that are close to all of our hearts. Both Mental Health and Dementia are health conditions and illness's that affect people's lives all too frequently.

The most ironic thing is when Harry was ever asked to go for a walk or any form of exercise he would say "No, I'm not a Dog" so Harry we are all dogs and doing this so keep laughing.

Below are two paragraphs from Harry and Hilda's loved ones;

The Greenman Family: "Harry was only 23 when he thought the only option was to take his own life. He was a hilarious boy with everything to live for and above all adored by all who knew him.

On average there are 5500 suicide cases in the UK per year, 75% are men.

We are raising awareness and money for MIND.

Men need to talk openly about their feelings, mental health is not a weakness it’s an illness!"

Helen Bridges (daughter of Hilda): "My mum was diagnosed with the early stages of dementia

Both me and my sister try to make life easier for mum as she travels through life living with this horrible disease that eventually will take her from us,

Thankfully there are organisations out there that give us tremendous support whenever we need it , so I feel that raising awareness for Alzheimer’s and dementia will help to give our support back."

Any donation will help and go towards two fantastic charities that work their magic on a daily basis. Please donate what you can and show support to each and everyone running the half marathon.

The run is on the 25th September 2022 in Bristol so please come along and show support!