Eileen Mccotter

Eileen 50th ~ 500 miles

Fundraising for The Myton Hospices
£665
raised of £500 target
In memory of Michael Mccotter
The Myton Hospices

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We provide care in Coventry & Warwickshire to people with a terminal illness aged 18+

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For my birthday there is no better way to feel connected to my brother - who is so missed by us all, by giving back & helping others so early  this year, I started my own walking challenge inspired by my friend Jeni who is also 50. 

For 19 weeks I have walked 26 miles making a total of 500 miles. On my walks I would often sing "I'm awful shifty for a lady of fifty" which is a remix version of "i'm awful shifty for a man of fifty"  This would make me think of Michael, as he too loved to mix up words, loved to walk and loved being outdoors.  Many times I would smile thinking of his and also shed a tear, wondering what he would think of his little sis turning 50.

Michael left us on 4th of July 2018, aged only 52, after a very short battle with colon and liver cancer. Myton hospice cared for him and the family in such a comforting way, ensuring that his passing was as peaceful. 

We shall be forever grateful & from that moment on pledge to support other families. to be able to have gentle end of life care. 

Rather than getting birthday cards or gifts, I would love for my loved ones to give to Myton instead. and continue supporting
#doingitformick 

Love Eileen 

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About the charity

The Myton Hospices

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RCN 516287
We support thousands of people living with terminal illnesses & their families, in our three hospices, via our patient & family support services, and in the community through Myton at Home. We need to raise £11 million this year to provide our services free of charge – we can’t do it without you!

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Total raised
£665.00
+ £101.25 Gift Aid
Online donations
£665.00
Offline donations
£0.00

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