Ride to Remember Cycling Challenge Returns to Support Dementia Support Services

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A cycling challenge has returned to raise funds for the charity's dementia support service throughout September. St John's, one of Winchester's oldest charities, has been supporting the community for more than 900 years. The Ride to Remember campaign, organised by St John's Winchester, invites participants to cycle either 100 miles or 100km during the month using a stationary, pedal, or electric bike, either individually or as part of a team. The campaign runs throughout September, coinciding with Alzheimer's Awareness Month, and aims to fundraise for St John's Dementia Support service.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Ride to Remember cycling challenge returns to support dementia support services throughout September, raising funds for St John's Dementia Support service.
  • The challenge was first launched in May 2024, inspired by keen cyclist Mark McLaren, who was diagnosed with early-onset dementia and wanted to give back to the charity that supported him.
  • Funds raised will help St John's continue supporting more than 500 people living with dementia and their families.
  • Participants can join as individuals, teams, or through their workplace or organisation, with a leaderboard to recognise top fundraisers in individual, team, and organisational categories.
  • St John's Winchester described the challenge as a way for the community to unite in support of some of its most vulnerable members.
  • The charity hopes the Ride to Remember will continue building on the momentum of The Big Conversation, a community initiative aimed at bringing people together.

Statistics:

  • The Ride to Remember campaign runs throughout September.
  • The campaign aims to fundraise for St John's Dementia Support service.
  • St John's Dementia Support service has been running since October 2022.
  • The service offers practical assistance, emotional support, and social activities for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.
  • The challenge will raise funds to support more than 500 people living with dementia and their families.
  • Participants can complete either 100 miles or 100km during the month.

Sources:

  • St John's Winchester
  • The Big Conversation
  • Ride to Remember campaign
  • Mark McLaren, keen cyclist
  • Alzheimer's Awareness Month