Thank you for visiting my fundraising page.

Mental illness is a frightening experience for many people. Sadly, mental health problems are common, and can affect anyone, rich or poor, young or old, shattering the lives of those affected and the lives of the people close to them. One in four of us will experience mental health problem at some point in our lives.

    

• This week more than 111 people in the UK will kill themselves
• Each year 22 million prescriptions are issued for tranquillisers
• 80 million working days are lost due to metal illness every year
• The largest killer of young men is suicide
• According to the World Health Organisation, depression will be the second most common killer in the world by 2020, surpassing both heart disease and Aids

Mind is the leading independent mental health charity in England and Wales, and works towards creating a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress. By sponsoring my run, you will be contributing to the good work of MIND in promoting respect as well as better and fairer treatment of people with experience of mental distress. Please give generously.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Mind The Mental Health Charity 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.

So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.