insideKENT Magazine Issue 34 - January 2015 | Page 126

CHARITY TREKKERS WANTED FOR CHARITY CHALLENGE Adventurous fundraisers are wanted to sign up to a trekking challenge to support Demelza Hospice Care for Children. In June 2015, a group of volunteers will be climbing Ben Nevis as part of the annual Demelza 101 challenge. The charity already has 64 people signed up and willing to join the trek, but with a capacity of 100 participants, there is room for more to come together and support the cause. In 2014, the popular event saw a team cycle from Sittingbourne to Paris; however, 2015 boasts the first ever Demelza 101 trekking team. Herne Bay resident, Mette Mewett, has put her name down along with her friend, Louise Kjaertinge. Caring for a life-limited child can feel like a daily uphill struggle. By taking on the challenge of Ben Nevis, you will enable Demelza – which relies almost entirely on fundraising, donations, and gifts in wills – to help hundreds of families deal with the highs and the lows. Don't miss out – there's only 100 places! Mette's daughter, Anna, was diagnosed with bone cancer at just four years old, and while she is remission now, she has had to endure several operations on her leg during the five years since finding out she had the disease. If you would like to find out mor about Demelza's e 101 challenge, or to sign up, call Emma Austen on 01795 845249 or email [email protected]. During that time, Demelza’s hospice in Sittingbourne has provided Anna and her family with support and respite in a home-from-home safe and welcoming environment. M