Granddaughter Raises Over £2,400 for Alzheimer's Society in Tribute to Beloved Grandfather

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Abigail Watling, a determined and devoted granddaughter, has been fundraising for the Alzheimer's Society in honor of her beloved grandfather, Jim, who passed away earlier this year after a battle with Alzheimer's. Since starting her fundraising efforts, Abigail has raised an impressive £2,400 for the charity, with no intention of stopping. Her grandfather's diagnosis in 2015 sparked a series of challenges, including two 100 km ultra-walks, which Abigail completed with her grandfather's support. Most recently, she completed the Cotswold Way 100 km Challenge, a meaningful route that passed through Hawkesbury Upton, where Jim spent most of his life.

Key Takeaways:

  • Abigail Watling, a 35-year-old woman from Stroud, has raised over £2,400 for the Alzheimer's Society in honor of her grandfather, Jim, who passed away after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's in 2015.
  • Abigail has completed several challenges, including two 100 km ultra-walks, and most recently, the Cotswold Way 100 km Challenge, which was particularly meaningful as it passed through Hawkesbury Upton where her grandfather spent most of his life.
  • Abigail's grandfather, Jim, was a special person who held the family together, and his passing has inspired Abigail to continue fundraising for the charity.
  • Alzheimer's Society regional fundraiser, Zena Jones, praises Abigail's efforts, stating that she is a wonderful advocate for the charity and her work is making a life-changing difference to people living with dementia.
  • Abigail's fundraising efforts serve as a tribute to her grandfather and the charity that supported her family throughout his diagnosis.
  • Abigail intends to continue fundraising, considering her next challenge and inspiring others to support the Alzheimer's Society.

Statistics:

  • Abigail has raised over £2,400 for the Alzheimer's Society.
  • There are over 101,500 people living with dementia in the south west of England (Alzheimer's Society).
  • The Alzheimer's Society provides vital support to people living with dementia, funds groundbreaking research, and campaigns to make dementia the priority it should be.

Sources:

  • [Matty Airey, unnamed publication, no date]