In memory of my late dad - I'm taking on Stride for Stroke! I'm challenging myself to walk 1.4 million steps (one step for each of the 1.4 million stroke survivors in the UK) over 140 days and raising money to rebuild lives after stroke.

Stride for Stroke is a fun way for us all to keep active and raise vital funds to help stroke survivors find strength through support. Your donations can help in incredible ways:

• £150 could help run a long-term communication support group, empowering stroke survivors to achieve the best possible level of communication, improving confidence and supporting with independence.

• £250 could pay for one hour of Helpline activity, helping the families of stroke survivors support their loved ones after stroke.

• £300 could pay for an MRI scan that can help us better understand the brain of those affected by stroke