Michael McCabe

Michael's 100th Parkrun

Fundraising for Alzheimer's Research UK
£6,691
raised of £2,000 target
by 88 supporters
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Event: Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2022, from 28 May 2022 to 29 May 2022
We stand for everyone affected by dementia to find a cure

Story

My wife Susan was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at the age of 65 in October 2020. I became seriously ill in October 2016 with a life threatening condition called PAN PolyArteritis Nodosa. While I have been able to make a modest recovery and keep running, Susan is being increasingly affected by her illness. I launched my fundraising for Alzheimer’s Research UK with my Platinum 70th Parkrun on the weekend of the Queen’s Jubilee and will continue at least until I complete my 100th Parkrun! It is hoped that improved treatments for Alzheimer’s will be available by 2025.  

About the charity

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity. We’re striving for a cure, by revolutionising the way we treat, diagnose and prevent dementia.

Donation summary

Total raised
£6,690.89
+ £551.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£2,890.89
Offline donations
£3,800.00

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