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Francesca Southworth is raising money for Alzheimer's Society
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Peru Trek · 7 March 2008

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today, and providing hope for the future by campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be and funding groundbreaking research.

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I have committed to take a charity trek in Peru, trekking for 5 days at altitude to raise money for the Alzheimers Society.
My Mum, Maria Crowder was diagnosed with the disease at the age of 62, over 10 years ago. It is a progressive and fatal brain disease and whilst there is there is a limited treatment, there is no cure.
I have seen my Mum go from the most dynamic and talented person to one that requires total care for the most basic of personal and everyday tasks.
Therefore I am very committed to raising funds and awareness for this most worthwhile charity and would appreciate any sponsorship you can give.

Usually on treks such as these around £1300 of the sponsorship money is used to fund the trip. However I have pledged to contribute that amount myself so you can be sure that every penny of your sponsorship will go to the charity.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Alzheimer's Society will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

Thank you very much and any sponsorship, however small, will be very gratefully received.

I will email you all and update you with my achievements after the trek.

Francesca

Many thanks for your support. I would like to add a HUGE thank you to all the incredibly generous crew on Harry Potter for your massive support, you sponsored over £2800! between you and I am so very grateful. Lots of love to you all you great people!

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£5,559.00
+ £636.03 Gift Aid
Online
£2,755.00
Offline
£2,804.00

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