Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK
Before 2013 I was aware of Parkinson’s but was fairly ignorant and thought it was only a disease for old people, and those with it displayed involuntary tremors.
Then my friend Pete was diagnosed with Parkinson’s - he was in his 40's.
Since then, I have learnt a lot. Not everyone has tremors. Not everyone is old. There is currently no cure.
It is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. There are over 40 different symptoms. In fact, 153,000 people are living with Parkinson's in the UK, and every hour 2 more people in the UK alone are diagnosed with Parkinson’s.
I am proud to be supporting Parkinson’s UK by raising funds for their research and support of people with Parkinson's. I will be completing the Great North Run, one of the world’s biggest half marathons with 60,000 participants, in September 2024.
Those who know me will be aware I do not have a classic runner’s physique. However I do have huge determination, alongside an ability to absorb plenty of type 2 fun for the right cause. Any support you can give will give me inspiration to keep going over the iconic Tyne Bridge, up the John Reid Road and on to the seafront.
Together we can find a cure not only for my friend Pete, but also for the 153,000 others living with Parkinson’s in the UK.
Thank you!
Thank you to my sponsors
£100
Paul Harley
£20
John And Jessica
Best of luck and well done!
£50
David Luscombe
Have a good day. Take care.
£13.10
Elena Luscombe
Good Luck!! #runningrobbie xx
£20
Kathy Hills
Go for it Rob! Good for you.
£20
Gwyneth Bethune
£50
Ros
Good luck Rob! x
£100
Catherine Rawlinson (& Mayor’s)
Will be supporting you every step of the way wishing I was doing it for Parkinson’s again this year! Take it easy and good luck!
£10
Juliet England
£10
Juliet England
£10
Sue Grimes
Good luck! X
£5
Holly Racaut
Good luck Rob, really worthy cause. Hope you enjoy the run! - Holly (Sarah's colleague)
£10
Audrey O'kelly
Good luck in your run. Fantastic that your running for such a great cause !
£20
Helen Bowman
£50
Sarah And Pete X
Well done Rob! Pete and I are incredibly proud that you’re doing this for Parkinson’s UK. We’ll be waiting at the end for you!
£38
Anders Rajka
Good luck!
£50
Dominick Ruggieri
Such a worthy cause. You can do it!
£50
Gladys Vendy
So proud of you Rob. Good luck in your efforts.
£30
Gwyneth Bethune
Good luck Rob. You are a champ. Love
£52
Andy And Sue
Hope you avoid the rain and the pain this year Rob! Sorry we wont be there to cheer you on!
£50
Stuart Harrison
See you there!
£10
Jane Price
Good luck!
£20
Gwyneth Bethune
Good luck Rob.. mum had Parkinson’s. My cousin has Dysttonia. Well done.
£50
Lindsay
I get the privilege of being your first sponsor! Maybe this time round I could coordinate with a visit to you know who and cheer you on in person? Best of luck …I know you’ll give it your all x
Well done!