Mind matters: Supporting mental health

Sergejs Lismanis is raising money for Edinburgh Church
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Edinburgh Half Marathon · 28 May 2023 ·

In Scotland, 1 in 4 people experience mental health problems, with high suicide rates, increased demand for services, and a stigma surrounding mental health. Let's break the silence, raise awareness and take action.

Story

My name is Serg and I have been part of our church for just over 3 years. Before I joined, I struggled with mental health problems and substance abuse to the extent, that for 7 years I had a dependency on drugs and alcohol. I felt hopeless and my life didn't have any meaning. The church has helped me overcome trauma from my childhood and has given me a sense of purpose in my life.

Now that I work for the church as an intern, I have the opportunity to reach out to people who struggle with mental health problems. Having overcome addiction myself, I am able to mentor and support young individuals going through similar challenges.

I am fundraising by running the half marathon because I strongly believe in the work this charity is doing, transforming peoples lives in Edinburgh!

Please Donate Generously to this worthy cause. 😁

Donation summary

Total
£900.26
+ £108.92 Gift Aid
Online
£900.26
Offline
£0.00

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