Sarah’s Support Squad

Walk for Parkinson's: Staffordshire 2026

More than just a walk

Two months ago, my life changed in a way I never expected.

 

At 46, as a wife and mum to two energetic boys aged 6 and 9, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. It’s still very new, and if I’m honest, I’m still coming to terms with what that means for me and for my family. Some days feel overwhelming, full of questions I don’t yet have answers to. Other days, I feel determined to face this head-on.

 

What I do know is this: I want to focus on what I can control.

 

I may not have chosen this diagnosis, but I can choose how I respond to it. I can take care of my body through diet and lifestyle. I can stay active. I can keep showing up for my family. And I can use my voice and my experience to help others who are on this journey too.

 

That’s why I’ve decided to take part in the Walk for Parkinson’s.

 

I won’t be doing it alone—I’m incredibly lucky to have a team of family and friends walking alongside me. Their support means more than I can put into words. This walk is about more than just steps; it’s about hope, resilience, and not facing this condition in isolation.

 

By taking part, I’m hoping to raise awareness and funds to support vital research, better treatments, and services for people living with Parkinson’s. A condition that, until recently, I didn’t fully understand—but now is part of my everyday life.

 

If you’re able to support me, whether by donating or simply sharing this page, it would mean so much to me and my family. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps move us closer to better support and, one day, a cure.

 

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for being part of this journey with me.

 

With love and determination,

Sarah xxx

 

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Lynsey X

Good luck with your challenge. X

£20

Vicky Brennan

You got this Sarah and crew 💪 good luck with the walk. Fundraising for a cause very close to my heart too xx

£25

Isla Knight

£23

Paul Willetts

Good luck with your walk, Sarah… you may have Parkinson’s, but Parkinson’s doesn’t have you… keep strong 💪🏻

£20

Jenny

So sorry to hear this news. Thinking of Sarah, you and the family. Sure you'll all smash the walk x

£12

Kate Hewitt

Good luck Sarah. A wonderful cause very close to my heart. They're progressing all of the time with treatments. All the best to you. Stay strong xx

£28

Sue & Scott

Good Lick to you all! Love Sue, Scott & the boys

£33

Sarah Tillott

Brilliant fundraising from you all 👏👏👏 love The Tillotts

£23

Stella Curran Begg

Enjoy your day, hope it's not as hot as this week😃

£30

Dave Cahill

£10

Christine And Ben Early

Good Luck Sarah, Alex and the boys! Have lots of fun xx😁

£25

Gavin Harrison

We’re thinking of you and all your family Sarah - what a brave lady you are. Lots of love Gav, Alice, Jess and Jack xxxx

£10

Antonella Ansaldo

Enjoy your walk 😉

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Sue Cz

Well done guys xx

£12

Charlotte Davies

Well done Sarah, Alex and the boys! Hope the walk is fab. Love Charlotte (from Fighting Fit)

£23

Richard Green

Good Luck !!!!!

£23

Rosalind Wood

Good luck Sarah, John and George with the Walk.

£33

Christina Balmer

Sarah is one of the strongest, caring people I know and will support her in anyway I can. Good luck with the walk guys! x

£33

Darren Birtles

£20

Wiktoria Jurkowska

You’ll smash it🙂, proud of you xx

£20

Nicole Mcdermott

You’re a great friend Lucy! Well done. Thinking of Sarah.

£30

Damion Whitton

Good luck to you and your wife

£20

Steve Has

Wishing you all the best in this challenge x

£30

Stephen Hendry

£12

Becky Mackay

What a wonderful thing to do.

£33

Becky And The M Family

For Sarah's Squad

£50

Sally Martin

Sending lots of love to you all x

£30

Al Macpherson

So sorry to hear the news. Sending thoughts.

£33

Vic And Mark Robinson

Sending love and best wishes to you, Sarah and the boys!xxx

£17

Zoe Gill

Well done Alex, you’ve got this ♥️

£23

Tim Smith

£33

Teri & Matt Cartwright

What a lovely thing to do. Stay strong Sarah. Sending lots of positive vibes. Xx

£10

Daniel Clarke

£30

Jane Gombedza

Wishing you all the best for th charity walk Alex

£33

David Saunders

£33

Phil Fairhurst

£33

Jake Ruddick

£23

Mark Costello

£12

Roy Bailey

£10

Sarah

Great to have you in the team! Thank you so much for supporting me ❤️

£27

Claire Case

£100

Anonymous

Lots of love Sarah! Your amazing!

£33

Matthew Hendry

good luck

£12

Michael Guest

£12

Hollie Ryan

Good luck 🍀

£107

Dennis & Mary

Gook luck all of you

£10

Zoe Loftus

£20

Amy Whiteford

Sending lots of love ♥️

£25

Tom Knowles

£12

Jamie Allen

£55

Beccy Mackenzie

£12

Craig Keightley

£12

Susan Williams

£12

Linda Allen

£33

Leigh Williams

£10

Katie Yorke

Good luck!

£55

Lo Boscos

Good luck for your mission. We hope you raise lots of money for this important cause ♥️ xx

£10

Michelle Voce

Oh Sarah. I have only just seen this. Sending love and strength to you. You've got this, you absolute warrior. Lots of love xxx

£20

The Musgrave Family

Good Luck from the Musgrave family xxx

£10

Sarah

Thank you for joining the team and supporting me ❤️

£10

Sarah

Thank you for your support. It means so much ❤️

£22

Steve C

£12

Emma Allen

£30

Sue

Well done

£22

Chris Mothershaw

Hope you exceed your goal for a great cause so very sorry for your friend but know your support will help sending love

£53

David

Look forward to seeing you Alex and the boys on the day ❤️

£20

Jenny Wright

Well done and enjoy the walk x

£22

David

£10

Richard Hopkin

£22

Susan Hopkin

Enjoy your run X

£10

Sarah

Your support means a lot! Thank you ❤️

£10

Sarah

Thank you for being there and supporting me ❤️

£10

Sarah

Your friendship and support mean so much. Thank you ❤️

£10

Sarah

Your support means so much. Thank you! ❤️

£10

Sarah

You’re wonderful! Thank you for your support ❤️

£10

Sarah

I can’t thank you enough for your kindness and support ❤️

£10

Sarah

Your kindness and support mean the world to me. Thank you! ❤️

£10

Sarah

I couldn’t love you more! Thank you for your support ❤️

£53

Alex Mct

£27

Carol Shenton

Wished her all the best in best aide help she can get from nhs to support.

£32

Mum & Dad

Good Luck Lu.....such a great cause

£50

Lyndon Hughes

Great cause - good luck xxx

£10

Teddy & Ralph

Come on Mummy! Xxx

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Laura Austin-cowley

Good luck all

£32

Ian

£22

Glenn Walsh

Good effort Bazza, enjoy the walk

£53

Mike Hall

Good luck!

£32

Darren Hatton

Good luck

£50

Phil Chettle

£53

Duncan Mctavish

£50

Mike Harrison

Good luck mate!

£50

Michael Lamey

£53

Mathew Nichols

£53

Julie Mctavish

Good luck to you Sarah and the boys xxxx

£11

Katie Raisbeck

Go on VB ❤️

£22

Joe Ragdale

Good luck! X

£20

Jade Dytham

Proud of you!

£11

Megan Wilkinson

£10

Katy B

£10

The Bateman Family

£10

Fran Shaw

Good luck!

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J Such

£11

Lauren C

£52

The Musgrave Family

Great cause , Good Luck

£11

Andrew Garland

Good luck.

£10

Paul Wyatt

Good luck Gary. I expect you to walk with your usual flair!

£10

Anthony Smith

Good luck Gary

£7

Laura Dytham