12 years ago my Mum, Sue, was at the College of West Anglia, completing the practical component of her Electricians course when she suddenly collapsed, she woke up later in Kings Lynn Hospital. She had suffered a Stroke which left her completely paralysed down her left-hand side. The impact on her physically and mentally was huge, besides being unable to walk or use her left arm, she would get easily confused and found simple tasks impossible. My Mum knew how to do things but her body would not respond how she wanted, so was not able to do simple tasks such as, write or use a remote control. During rehab the damage took its toll and Mum found it difficult to find anything positive in the situation. Thankfully Anne Diggins from the Cambridge Different Strokes Group took my mum under the groups wing, helping her to progress, giving her the support and understanding she needed. The group has continued to give unwavering support over the years which has been invaluable to our family. The group not only visits new Stroke Survivors at Addenbrookes but also provides weekly sessions at Scotsdales Garden Centre which include speech therapy, outings, gym sessions and talks.  I would like to help the group expand their good work by asking you to sponsor me to complete the Bolton Ironman in July. Thank you.