This year, I am running the Great North Run to raise money for Spare 10 For Ben.

Spare 10 For Ben is a local mental health charity who provide all kinds of support to those in need from the practical to the holistic. Spare 10 For Ben is passionate about raising awareness of suicide with the aim of preventing any family from having to suffer the devastation that this leaves behind.

Spare 10 For Ben supports the local and wider community by providing safe spaces for people to come, have something to eat, drink and talk about whatever they need to talk about. They also provide holistic treatments (Reiki and auricular therapy - ear seeds) as complimentary therapies, all free of charge for service users.

Every penny donated will go towards funding this life-saving work and is so very much appreciated. Please give whatever you are able to give to support this cause!

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