Paisley teacher’s daughter takes on Resolution Run to support stroke cause

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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

Topics

  • A stroke is a brain attack that happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. It is the leading cause of disability in the UK. In Scotland, around 15,000 people have a stroke every year and about 124,000 people live with the effects of stroke.
  • The Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and we’re leading a community of people to change the world for people affected by stroke. We work directly with stroke survivors and their families and carers, with health and social care professionals and with scientists and researchers. We campaign to improve stroke care and support people to make the best recovery they can. We fund research to develop new treatments and ways of preventing stroke. The Stroke Helpline (0303 303 3100) provides information and support on stroke. More information can be found at www.stroke.org.uk

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    Angela Macleod

    Angela Macleod

    Press contact Communications Officer Scotland press and Stroke Association research communications 0131 555 7244
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    Laura Thomas

    Press contact Communications Officer Wales 07776508594
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    Ken Scott

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    Daisy Dighton

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    Martin Oxley

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    Vicki Hall

    Press contact PR Manager Fundraising and local services 0161 742 7478
    Scott Weddell

    Scott Weddell

    Press contact PR Manager Stroke policy, research and Northern Ireland 02075661528
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