Maddison Hewitt

I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK in memory of my Nana

I’m taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon to raise money for Parkinson’s UK, a cause that is incredibly close to me & my family.

My Nana was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, and I saw first-hand how quickly the condition affected her independence and everyday life. Watching someone you love gradually lose the ability to do things they once could was incredibly difficult for our family.

I’m running this half marathon in her memory and to help support other families who are going through the same experience. Parkinson’s affects not only the person diagnosed, but everyone around them.

Parkinson’s UK is there to support people throughout their Parkinson’s journey, providing information, practical and emotional support, and connecting people with local communities and services. They also fund vital research into better treatments and a cure.

Having seen the impact Parkinson’s can have on someone’s independence, life and on the people who love them, supporting this work means a lot. I hope that I can help other families feel supported and contribute towards a future where Parkinson’s has less of an impact on people’s lives.

Every donation, no matter the size, would mean so much to me and my family and will help Parkinson’s UK continue their work.