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Local Hampshire resident to scoot 260 miles for stroke charity
A Hampshire resident is preparing to take on a 260 mile scooter challenge to raise vital funds for the Stroke Association’s awareness month, Make May Purple for Stroke.
Alan Parr, 55, from Gosport is planning to set off from his parents’ home in Manchester on Monday 21 May 2018, to tackle a six day journey on kick scooter to Lee-On-Solent.
Alan will be taking to his scooter during Make May Purple for Stroke, when the charity is encouraging everyone to get involved in purple-themed fundraising to show support stroke survivors.
Alan was inspired to take on the challenge after both his parents had a stroke, and have been supported by the charity. Alan said, “There might have been different outcomes for my parents if it was not for the Stroke Association who do such an amazing job in supporting stroke survivors in their life after stroke. In January my work colleague also went on to have a stroke, but has thankfully made a good recovery thanks to the Stroke Association’s great research and rehabilitation work.
“I have never done anything as tough as this and my fiancé Joanne thinks I am mad. I know it’s going to be tough, but considering what my parents have been through, a few aches and pains is nothing. It’s also an opportunity to raise awareness of stroke, inspire other survivors and give back to a very worthwhile cause.”
Tammy Angus, Community and Events Fundraiser at the Stroke Association said: “For many stroke survivors, getting their life back on track after a stroke means overcoming life-changing disabilities and emotional trauma. But they can’t do this on their own. Every day people across the UK are regaining their independence with the support of the Stroke Association and others. We’re incredibly grateful to Alan for taking on this gruelling challenge to help raise funds for people affected by stroke.”
To sponsor Alan, please visit: www.justgiving.com/fundraising/AlanParr79
To find out more about this year’s Make May Purple and how you can get involved, please visit www.stroke.org.uk/makemaypurple