A SON who lost his beloved mum to dementia is running the London Marathon in aid of Marlow charity Dementia Action Marlow.

Richard is hoping to raise £500 to help fund a day's operating cost for the 'life saving charity'.

In October 2021, Richard's mum Margaret passed away having suffered with dementia for several years.

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In memory of his mum, Richard will be running the 26.2 mile stretch across London to raise awareness of the illness and raise money for the charity.

Richard said: "I am Richard, one of three of Margaret's children. Mum passed away in October 2021 having suffered with dementia for several years. This year I am running the London Marathon for Dementia Action Marlow, all money raised will help them continue funding support programmes for those people suffering with the illness, as well as those who are caring for their loved ones. I am thankful for their love and friendship."

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So far, Richard has raised £521 for the charity.

Dementia Action Marlow (DAM), host weekly dementia cafes and provide much needed support for the local community affected by dementia.

The charity group formed in 2021, to provide support to those people living with dementia and their carers.

Visit Richard's fundraising page to donate.