The Doncaster Branch of Epilepsy Action is appealing for people to pull on their walking shoes to support people with epilepsy. The branch will host the Doncaster Lakeside Wonga Walk to raise awareness of epilepsy. The walk also raises funds to help support the 456,000 people living with epilepsy in the UK.
The walk, on Sunday 15 May, starts at 2.00pm and takes walkers on a 3-mile circular route, starting and finishing at Keepmoat Stadium. The route is suitable for all abilities and has wheelchair access.
The walk has been organised to mark National Epilepsy Week (15-21 May). The week aims to raise awareness of epilepsy and raise funds to help support the 456,000 people living with epilepsy in the UK.
Irene Beevers, from the Epilepsy Action Doncaster Branch, said: “We have done the walk every year and usually have fantastic support. It’s a great way to meet other walkers and raise awareness of epilepsy. It’s a very pleasant, safe walk and is suitable for all abilities, making it a lovely afternoon out for the whole family.”
To join the Doncaster Lakeside Wonga Walk and help support people with epilepsy, call Irene on 01302 783 599.
For details of other organised Wonga Walks in the area, or to organise a walk, visit www.epilepsy.org.uk/wongawalks
Epilepsy affects one in every 131 people in the UK alone and 75 people are diagnosed with the condition every day. Last year Epilepsy Action directly helped over 845,000 people through a range of services, including its Epilepsy Helpline freephone 0808 800 5050, branch network, specialist nurse scheme and award-winning website, www.epilepsy.org.uk