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Lisa Costain This year I'm running the Bath Half Marathon for the Alzheimer’s Society, chosen because two close friends of mine, Anna Shaw and Katie Callow, have been personally affected by dementia and Alzheimer’s through their grandparents. They’ve shared their experiences below to explain why the charity matters to them.

Anna’s story

I lost my Nan to Alzheimer’s a couple of years ago, so I know firsthand what a devastating disease it is—not just for the person diagnosed, but for their whole family. Sadly, I am now going through it again with my other Nan, who has also been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.

This time, however, we were able to recognise the signs earlier, and the support from the Alzheimer’s Society has truly changed her life. My Nan went from feeling lonely and low to having a much more positive outlook.

The Alzheimer’s Society has provided home visits and arranged activities such as singing and movement classes, which she absolutely loves. Through these, she has met others and started socialising again.

They have also been an incredible support to our family, offering advice, practical ideas for helping at home, and guidance on how best to communicate. As a result, my Nan seems happier, more content, and more like herself again.

Anyone who has had a loved one with Alzheimer’s will know what a heartbreaking journey it can be, so having these small pockets of light and hope means the world. The Alzheimer’s Society is a truly fantastic charity to support—you never know when you or someone you love may need them.

James Skillicorn - The Little Princess Trust provides wigs to children to help restore their confidence and identity. All costs, including the making, fitting, and styling of the wig, are met by the charity, and this free service is available to any young person up to the age of 24 with hair loss. As part of its Hair and Hope mission, The Little Princess Trust also funds childhood cancer research aiming to find kinder and more effective treatments.

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Ad Hoc Volunteer days throughout the year in SA

Would you like to come help build an Adventure Trail at the Children’s Centre?

We are pleased to announce that we have secured a volunteering opportunity with The Children’s Centre to help create and build an adventure trail as part of the charity’s new Playscape Project to encourage curiosity-based play for children.

Event details Location: Wallberry Farm, Old Castletown Rd, Braddan, Isle of Man Dates: 5th and 6th May Time: 09:15 – 16:30

Activities will include clearing and assisting in the making of the Adventure Trail that Standard Bank has funded. This trail is the largest element of the Playscape Project and will help to tie together all elements of the new outdoor play.

We are limited to a maximum of 12 volunteers per day. Spaces will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.