Fundraising to help my wife, Jody, and others to live well with young onset dementia
My beautiful wife, Jody, was diagnosed with young onset alzheimers disease last year. It's been utterly devastating for both of us.
There is currently no cure and the progressive nature of the condition robs us bit by bit of her kind and loving self. Jody's positivity and desire to have a good life constantly amazes me. We still do fun stuff, like going to gigs, socialising with friends, and laughing everyday despite the challenges.
I really don't know how we would have coped without the wonderful support of Dementia Australia. They have been an immeasurable practical and emotional support. They are helping us to ensure Jody can lead a good life for as long as possible.
On Saturday, 6 June, we are taking part in Redcliffe's Memory Walk & Jog to raise funds to help dementia Australia continue to support those like us impacted by this heartbreaking condition.
This is a cause close to my heart and I would love your support.
Please make a donation to support Jody, and others with the same condition, to live her best life now.
Not many people know, but dementia is Australia's leading cause of death. By 2058 it's expected that over 800,000 Australians will have dementia. But we can change this.
All money I raise will support the work of Dementia Australia and help provide vital support services like counselling, support groups, education, and research to help find a cure.
Together we can achieve a lot. Your donation would mean the world to me.
Thanks for your support!
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Thank you to my sponsors
$319.50
Velocity Partners
$319.50
Anonymous
$319.50
Anonymous
$300
Pete S / Qsa
$213
J&t Wurf
$213
Steve And Steph
$213
Yellowhouse
"Ian and Jody, you have our love and respect as you go through this time. Best wishes from Pizz and Brian"
$213
Joe Morgan-moodie
"Get into it guys. Amazing!"
$213
Greg Layton
$213
Michael Burke
"I hope it’s a beautiful day"
$213
Geoff Gomez
$136
Karen And Rich
"To a very special couple"
$119.28
Anonymous
$117.15
Jon & Shaz
"Thinking of you Jody in these beautiful Albanian mountains, you would be in your element Keep smiling"
$117.15
Pete
$117.15
Brigid, Pete And Jake
$117.15
Ross Buxton
"Hope you two are doing well sorry to hear this but you two are the best"
$117.15
Will
"Great work keep on smiling you guys are amazing."
$117.15
Jg
"Glad to support this great cause."
$117.15
Darren W.
"All the best to both of you !!!!!"
$117.15
Leah
"Thinking of you both Ian. x"
$117.15
Paul And Merran
"XX"
$117.15
Tori Pisarek
"Love and strength to you both x"
$110
Peter N
$110
Stewart
$106.50
Anonymous
"Pauline and I wish you both the best possible future. Lots of love Pauline and Marty"
$106.50
Kirstin & Jason
$106.50
Brad King
$106.50
Peter And Helen Martin
"You’re both inspirational."
$106.50
Kirby Lanagan
"You guys are both so amazing 🩷 The love you have for each other has always been so inspiring and I know this love will carry you through this next chapter of your lives together. Lots of love, Kirby and Austin xoxo"
$100
Clarence, Jenny And Sadie Anderson
$90.53
Sarah Chainey
"We love you guys!"
$58.58
Anonymous
"Hi Ian, good cause to walk"
$58.58
Lana
$58.58
Kevan Whittaker
$58.58
Lisa & Marcus Ford
"Sending love and support to you both."
$58.58
Peter Devlin
"Well Done"
$58.58
Waz-n-pip
$58.58
Lewis Rolls
"All the best."
$58.58
Steve Downes
$58.58
Donna Prince
$58.58
Brian Brennan
$56.50
Ian Gomez
$55
Nathan Peauril
$55
Narelle Browne
"All the best to you both"
$53.25
Murray Young
$53.25
Irene Zapel
"xxx"
$53.25
Lisa Sinclair
"❤️❤️❤️"
$50
Alicia & Carlo Iacono
"Our thoughts, love & best wishes are with you both. We hope you have a beautiful walk."
$50
Sam Wright
$50
Kate Hayward
"Enjoy the great atmosphere of the walk surrounded by beautiful support."
$50
Andy Peacock
"Really a pleasure to donate. I’ve recently finished a journey with this terrible illness and hope to see you soon."
$42.60
Emilie And Alex Hannam
"Your love for each other continues to shine through! Lots of love from this side of the pond."
$42.60
Tristan Nash
$31.95
Mel & Neill
$31.95
Colin Wilson
$30
Chris Newsam
"Hi, thinking of you Jodie and we are glad you are still getting out and about and enjoying the things you love doing."
$26.63
Phil, Kelly, Charlotte & Ethan
"Good luck guys!"
$21.30
Gareth Mcauley
$21.30
Jimjam
"Smashing life together with unconditional love and so much laughter, truly inspirational xxx"
$10.65
Judith Hawes
$10.65
Antonella Musumeci
"I'm so proud of Jody.. ❤️"
"Jody and Ian, you have our support. From the VP family."