***Intro***

Thank you so much for taking the time to visit my Just Giving page. My Grandmother suffered from Parkinson’s disease for many years and unfortunately my Auntie Val was diagnosed several years ago also and continues to bravely battle this awful disease.

***The Challenge***

A team of four of use comprising of members of the CPS and Balfour Beatty team a running the 2024 Great North Run, which is a half marathon.

There are many physical and mental challenges that we will have to overcome to complete this distance with varying running abilities within the team.

***The Condition***

Parkinson's disease is a condition that affects the brain and causes movement problems, such as tremor, stiffness and slowness. It's caused by a loss of nerve cells that produce dopamine, a chemical that regulates movement, it is very debilitating and causes much suffering. However, my Auntie really has worked very hard to live her life to the full whilst battling the disease and continue to do so, but it is not easy.

***The Charity***

Parkinson's UK's work wouldn't happen without money raised.

Every pound and penny helps bring real breakthroughs closer for people with Parkinson's.

You can help fund pioneering research. From repurposing existing drugs to treat Parkinson's to investigating the causes.

You can make it possible for us to provide personalised information and support to everyone with Parkinson's, whenever it's needed.

You can help us lead the fight for fair treatment and better services for everyone living with Parkinson's.

Parkinson's UK's can't do this without you.

By funding the right research into the most promising treatments, we get closer to a cure every day. Until then, we're here for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.

***Thank you***

Thank you for getting this far.

We'll find a cure. Together.