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alex is giving up pinot grigio for connect

alex stirling is raising money for Connect - the communication disability network
“giving up pinot grigio”

on 11 January 2012

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Connect is a national charity for people living with aphasia (communication disability) which is often caused by stroke. Aphasia can strike anyone at any age and at any time. 1 in every 200 people in the UK lives with aphasia and each person experiences it differently. Some people cannot speak at all, some people have just a few words. It affects reading, writing and numbers. Aphasia can lead to lack of confidence, depression, social exclusion – and people can lose their connection with the world. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Our vision is a simple one, we want a world where people with aphasia can re-connect with life again. Find out more about how we do that at www.ukconnect.org

Story

<p>Dear All</p> <p>Thank you very much&nbsp;for visiting my page.</p> <p>I work for Connect, the brilliant charity&nbsp;for people with aphasia (acquired communication disability, often after a stroke or brain injury). Our aim is to improve the lives of people living with aphasia, equipping them to reconnect with life.</p> <p>I have been challenged to give up Pinot Grigio (and all alcohol) for one month. I'm not stupid, I've chosen February, the shortest month.</p> <p>Those of you that know me well know this will be quite a challenge! So I really appreciate your donations and I will buy you a drink in March</p> <p>Thank you very much from me&nbsp;and all of us at Connect</p> <p>Alex</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving &ndash; they&rsquo;ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they&rsquo;ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it&rsquo;s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.</p> <p>So please dig deep and donate now.</p>

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£1,250.00
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£930.00
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£320.00

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