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Lauren and Ryan's fundraiser for Aphasia Support

Lauren Leadbeater is raising money for Aphasia Support

Cheshire Autumn Half Marathon · 13 September 2026 · Start fundraising for this event

Aphasia is a language disorder which affects a person’s ability to speak, read, write and understand language. There are an estimated 350,000 people living with a diagnosis of Aphasia in the UK, often the devastating result of a stroke or head injury. Aphasia Support is a registered charity providing tailored speech and language therapy and long-term support to people with Aphasia, and their carers. The charity aims to improve the quality of life for people with Aphasia, helping them to regain control, confidence and independence. With your kindness and generosity, we can create a world where every person with Aphasia has access to support and can communicate with confidence.

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Lauren is challenging herself to do a half marathon on September 13th and Ryan will be doing an ultra marathon 50km on August 16th for this important cause very close to our hearts 🩷

Despite affecting thousands of people, aphasia remains widely misunderstood. We are taking on this challenge to raise awareness of the condition and help more people understand how patience, empathy, and simple changes in communication can make a huge difference to someone living with aphasia.

We have witnessed the positive life-changing impact that the right support, community, and understanding can have for people recovering from a stroke. Aphasia can make communication challenging, isolating, and frustrating, but with therapy, welcoming spaces, and compassionate support, people can rebuild confidence, connection, and independence.

Alongside raising awareness, we hope to raise funds for Aphasia Support to help ensure more people living with aphasia can access the support, resources, and community they deserve.

If you're able to donate, share our page, or simply cheer us on as we take on the half marathon, it would mean so much. Every contribution helps Aphasia Support continue their vital work supporting stroke survivors and their families.

Donation summary

Total
£1,380.65
+ £280.00 Gift Aid
Online
£1,380.65
Offline
£0.00

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