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Jeremy Deedes (W73) writes:

I was inspired to enter my 14th (and probably my last) Great North half-marathon by Andy Daly, whose life changed beyond recognition after his accident in March and who remains in the High Dependency Unit at James Cook Hospital, Middlesborough.

A trip and a fall down the stairs was all it took.

Headway have been involved with Andy from the start. They are a UK charity dedicated to helping brain trauma survivors regain some quality of life through a wide range of services, including rehabilitation programmes, carer support, social re-integration, community outreach and respite care. James Cracknell is Vice President.

Andy’s accident has brought home to all who know him how vulnerable we are. For most of us the world of brain trauma injuries is new, dark and frightening. I am running the Great North this year for Andy, his family and friends, and all those whose lives have been changed so unexpectedly by brain trauma and who are supported by Headway.

Please donate through JustGiving which is simple, fast, totally secure and set up for Gift Aid. Your details are safe with JustGiving and once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity.

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/jd-gnr17.

Alternatively please donate cash or cheques directly to me, or leave with Abi or Jill at the Nunnington Royal Oak.

The event takes place on Sunday 10th September at 10:40 am.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for you generosity.

Jeremy