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Paisley teacher’s daughter takes on Resolution Run to support stroke cause
Amy Moffat, is taking part in the Stroke Association’s Glasgow Resolution Run on 11 March 2018 to raise funds for the Stroke Association. She has been inspired to do so in memory of her mother who sadly passed away due to a stroke at the age of 60.
Amy’s mother Heather Moffat was an English teacher at Renfrew High for over 30 years. She was passionate about her subject and due to her lengthy career at Renfrew was inevitably teaching children and some grandchildren of pupils from her early years there. Heather along with other colleagues ran yearly trips to France that culminated in final days in Disneyland. Over the years Amy has heard many former pupils say these trips were a real highlight of their time at school!
Amy’s mother had her first stroke in 2015 which affected her mobility, her vision and her confidence. She moved in with Amy who lived in a ground floor flat and whilst battling with the challenges of her stroke, she gradually regained some independence until the second fatal stroke struck only two years later.
Amy says:
“Mum was an avid traveller, a musician - she played the piano for the McRobert’s Male Voice Choir & All Britain Festivals, a keen reader and really enjoyed living life to the full. Seeing the devastating effects of her stroke made me realise how vital it is to raise awareness and help provide support for people dealing with the aftermath of stroke.
With the Stroke Association’s Run happening on Mother’s day, this has given me additional incentive, to take part and give it my all. Especially as Mum would love the notion that I was running anything!”
Angie Macleod, Communications Manager at the Stroke Association in Scotland said:
“Amy is very aware of the devastating effects of a stroke. But she knows with the right support, recovery can be possible. Her attitude is positive and we’re greatly looking forward to her participation on the day.”
The Stroke Association’s Glasgow Resolution Run 2018 takes place on Sunday 11 March at Glasgow Green.
To sign up to Stroke Association’s Resolution Run
Visit http://www.stroke.org.uk/resolution, or email resolution@stroke.org.uk
For press enquiries contact Angie Macleod on 0131 555 7244 or email: Angela.Macleod@stroke.org.uk