Thanks for taking the time to visit our JustGiving page. We've only started fundraising close to the event, so any support you can give is really appreciated. Any donation will support someone who needs a helping hand.

On Sunday 10th May, my son John and I will be running the Great Bristol 10k run. Somehow we came up with the idea last year, and I think swiftly regretted it ! We are both "Rugby Player Build" so not naturally suited to running. This may not be a huge challenge to others, but it is for us ! I'm finding as I get older (58), it's harder to eat the right things and stay fit, so this is a positive step. I'll be doing it slowly, but steadily. Like all my children, John is there for others and great with a challenge, and I'm so grateful he is doing this.

Recently, I started volunteering for the Bristol charity "Hope Against Suicide" as part of my counselling training. The charity provides a Listening Hub and Outreach Patrols in Bristol City Centre. It's not solely about suicide, we also meet with people who are struggling with their mental health, homelessness, or having traumatic life experiences. A thoughtful listen and some ideas for other organisations that may help, can gradually assist turning things around. And we make clear that a return visit is welcome: another chat and continued understanding.

The charity is small, and every penny raised will help someone. Suicide is a big issue in the UK: it was the leading cause of death among young people aged 20 to 34 in England and Wales in 2024. Male suicide currently runs at about 3 times that of others.

Anything you can give is fantastic, it may help someone have a bearable life and a glimmer of hope.

Thank you.

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