Lauren Fisher's London Marathon 2023 Journey & Fundraiser for Brain Injury

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On April 23rd, 2023, I am excited to be running my first London Marathon! I am running on behalf of Headway East Northants, a charitable UK organization who support, develop, and enrich the lives of adults with acquired brain injury. Brain injuries can occur from a variety of reasons such as disease, stroke, oxygen deprivation, and traumatic blows to the head. Services to assist adults and their families with rehabilitation and/or adapting to a new lifestyle are essential. I have personally and professionally witnessed the devastating impacts of brain injury

MY RUNNING STORY: Historically, I never thought I could run more than 3 miles. After continuing to push myself past my limits for the past 15 years,  I have now completed 4 marathons. Each one has been a huge accomplishment for me and a reminder of how I (we) are often capable of much more than we think. This training will be particularly tough (first solo race, winter, out of shape), so your encouragement and support are appreciated! 

MOTIVATION: Overall, I'm running to support those who have been impacted by brain injuries and for those who cannot run themselves. I'm also running this race to continue my journey of better honoring my own brain health. 

GOALS: 1) Surpass my fundraising goal 2) Achieve a PR (personal Record) race time; 3) Finish and feel well enough to drink a beer. 

SPECIAL FEATURE: Donations of $30 pounds *British Currency (approximately $36 US) are eligible for special mile dedications. Please Sign up here. Thank you and I look forward to sharing this journey with you!

     

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Headway East Northants

Headway East Northants aims to provide a specialist service for people with Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). ABI is damage to the brain acquired after birth and usually affects cognitive, physical, emotional, social or independent functioning. Headway East Northants provides information, signposting and support services for the clients, their families and carers. The charity has an Activity Centre offering a range of services including :- Assistance to regain lost skills/acquire new ones, Opportunities to gain support from others, Help to address emotional and social needs, Respite for families and carers Supporting clients towards independence. The charity also provides a community based outreach service working with clients and their families and carers in the community. Our aim is to ensure that we continuously improve, enhance and build the services we offer to give our clients every opportunity to reach their full potential and have a better quality of life. 

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£2,252.79 raised of £1,450.00 target by 37 supporters

£2,252.79 donated

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From 8th January 2023. Until 23rd April 2023.

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