Two colleagues from ROL Cruise, an independent cruise retailer in Colchester, are embarking on a physical challenge to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Society.
Head of marketing and media, Helen Smith, and business analyst Jemma Gale plan to travel to northern Spain this weekend with a view to trekking the final 120km stretch of one of the world’s most famous long-distance walks; the Camino de Santiago.
The challenge is particularly poignant and personal for Helen as in October last year, her mother was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia.
“I was devastated to discover my fun, outgoing and tremendously caring Mum had been diagnosed with dementia” she said.
“Since my mum’s diagnosis late last year, I have been overwhelmed by the support that has been available through the Alzheimer’s Society. It has opened my eyes to the incredible amount of hard work this charity does.”
Anyone wishing to make a donation can visit https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/helen-smith169.
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