Hywel Dda Health Charities on pharmacist’s fundraiser

Good luck to Jodine Fec, who is running a marathon to raise money for Dementia Wellbeing Services across Hywel Dda.

Jodine, who lives in Brecon, works as an Advanced Pharmacist for Hywel Dda University Health Board and plans to run the Newport Wales Marathon on 24th October after twice having to delay because of COVID-19.

“I work for the Dementia Wellbeing Community Team in Hywel Dda, as part of the wider Dementia strategy,” she said, “and hope my efforts will raise a good sum to support people living with dementia.

“This is my first marathon attempt, delayed by COVID twice! I say attempt as I don’t know if I will finish on the day as have since found out that if you are too slow you get “mopped up” by a bus (and I am slow!). However, if the bus gets me, I pledge to complete the remaining miles on my treadmill or local canal path.”

If you would like to donate to Jodine fundraiser, go to http://www.justgiving.com/Jodine-Fec

Nicola Llewelyn, Head of Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, said everyone wished Jodine all the best in her marathon challenge.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive,” said Nicola.

For more details about the charity and how you can help support local NHS patients and staff, go to www.hywelddahealthcharities.org.uk