I became an ambassador for Dorset Mind a few years ago. After living with OCD since childhood it'd been hard to find many people who truly understand how hard it can be and when I found out about the charity I was moved by the incredible work they do and their ambitions for growth and to help as many people across Dorset to talk about their mental health and challenge the stigma.

I decided to walk the Jurassic Coast Challenge 50km as I wanted to do something to give back to the charity that has helped me in ways I can't explain.

About the charity:

Dorset Mind is a local charity who has supported Dorset’s mental health for over 75 years. They connect and change minds, bringing people together to make genuine change within their communities.

The charity supports both adults and children by delivering life-changing services, including active monitoring and triage in Doctor’s surgeries, counselling, wellbeing groups, and mentoring.

Volunteers are at the heart of Dorset Mind working across the charity, for more information on roles check our website .

www.dorsetmind.uk.