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Bromsgrove scaffolder tackles Great Birmingham Run for the Stroke Association
Luke Caldicott, 32, from Bromsgrove, will take on the Great Birmingham Run on Sunday 16 October 2016 to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association.
Luke was inspired to take part in the half marathon after his grandmother, Jane Caldicott, had a stroke when he was just 12 years old. Jane’s stroke affected her both physically and mentally, and led to Luke’s mother becoming her full-time carer.
Luke said: “My Nan’s stroke didn’t only affect my Nan, it also had a huge impact on our whole family. This experience has inspired me to raise funds for the Stroke Association; I want others affected by stroke to get the support they need.
“I’m not a natural runner and this is the first time I’ve ever taken part in anything like this. I wanted to get fit while also doing my bit for charity, and I’ve managed to lose over two stone so far as a result of my training. The memory of my Nan, as well as the knowledge that I’m raising funds for other families affected by stroke, is what will get me over the finish line.”
Luke’s 13.1 mile route will takes in some of the city's most iconic sights, including the Bullring, the Cadbury World in Bourneville and Edgbaston cricket ground. As a Scaffold Manager at Lyndon Scaffolding, Luke’s employer has pledged to match the funds raised.
Katrin Winstanley, Events Manager at the Stroke Association, said: “With around 152,000 strokes a year in the UK – that’s around one every three and a half minutes - it is vital that we have people who can raise funds for people affected by stroke. We’re incredibly grateful to Luke for taking on this challenge and to Lyndon Scaffolding for matching the funds raised. The money will go a long way in helping to support people who are living with the effects of stroke, as well as their families and carers.”
To sponsor Luke, visit: www.justgiving.com/luke-caldicott
For more information about stroke, ring the Helpline on 0303 30 33 100 or visit www.stroke.org.uk.
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A stroke is a brain attack which happens when the blood supply to the brain is cut off, caused by a clot or bleeding in the brain. There are around 152,000 strokes in the UK every year and it is one of the largest causes of disability. There are over 1.2 million people in the UK living with the effects of stroke.
Stroke Association is a charity. We believe in life after stroke and together we can conquer 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
