Steve's Epic 127 Mile Ride HQ2HQ
Steve's Epic 127-Mile Ride: HQ to HQ for Dementia Support! #HQ2HQ
On Saturday, September 6th, 2025, get ready for an extraordinary event right here in Birmingham! Our CEO, Steve Thomson, is taking on a monumental 127-mile virtual bike ride, journeying from the very heart of Age UK's national headquarters in London all the way to our local Age UK Birmingham HQ. But here's the best part: he's doing it live in Grand Central/Birmingham New Street Station!
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This isn't just an incredible physical challenge for Steve; it's a powerful statement of solidarity and a vital effort to raise £10,000 for dementia awareness and the crucial services we provide right here in our community.
Why This Challenge Matters
Imagine cycling 127 miles from the comfort of a bustling public space! Steve will be pushing his limits on an indoor bike trainer, with his progress tracked live for everyone to see. It's a true test of endurance and determination, mirroring the resilience of those living with dementia and their dedicated carers. By bringing this challenge to Grand Central, we're creating an amazing opportunity for you to witness his efforts firsthand, cheer him on, and offer your support.
Dementia profoundly impacts millions of lives, and Birmingham is no exception. It's a complex and often isolating condition, affecting not only individuals but also their families and friends. At Age UK Birmingham, we see daily the challenges people face, but we also witness the incredible difference that timely support, understanding, and specialised services can make.
How Your Donation Helps
Every single penny raised from Steve's ride will directly boost Age UK Birmingham's dedicated dementia services, which are essential lifelines for older people and their families across our city. Your vital support helps us provide:
• Day Care Centres: Offering safe, stimulating environments with engaging activities like art, music, and gentle exercise, providing crucial respite for unpaid carers.
• Dementia Carers Hub: Delivering essential information, practical advice, emotional support, and guidance to the unsung heroes of dementia care.
• Information & Advice Service: Ensuring families can access accurate, up-to-date information on diagnosis, care options, and benefits.
• Befriending Services: Combatting loneliness and isolation by connecting trained volunteers with individuals living with dementia.
• Community Activities: Promoting social engagement and well-being through dementia-friendly groups and events.
Your generosity means we can continue to be there for older people affected by dementia in Birmingham, ensuring more people access the care they need, more families find the support they deserve, and more individuals can live well with dementia.
Join Us!
Please donate today and help Steve pedal towards a dementia-friendly Birmingham. We invite you to join us on September 6th at Grand Central/New Street Station to cheer Steve on in person and make a donation directly at our stand, or contribute online conveniently via this Just Giving page. Every mile Steve cycles, every pound you donate, makes a tangible difference. Share this page with your friends, family, and colleagues to help us spread the word!
