Lakers Coastline
On Febuary 13th 2010 I returned to the Jolly Farmer at Warsash after completing my epic 6300 mile journey around the entire UK coastline. A walk that took one year and two weeks from start to finish, eight pairs of boots and many a blister pad !!
Phoebe and Sumo my two black labradors accompanied me and helped me through the difficult times. Sumo probably averaged 50 miles a day constantly zipping back and forth despite the weather or terrain.
On the way I met some fabulous friends old and new and the kindness of complete strangers never ceased to amaze me.
Thank you to the team that worked tirelessly behind the scenes, supporting me and also organising other fundraising schemes.
Its not to late to donate and your generosity would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be made online at http://www.justgiving.com/Ges-LakerUKwalks
Cheers Ges
St Dunstans
Practical and emotional support for life
Every day St Dunstaners prove that blindness is no obstacle to an independent, fulfilling life. St Dunstans provide lifelong help and support to St Dunstaners, making life easier for them and their families.
Ways that St Dunstans help St Dunstaners
- Rehabilitation, specialist training and lifelong care
- Help with welfare, housing and medical needs for them and their families
- The facilities at our training, nursing, residential and respite care centres
- Assistance in accessing the pension and benefits rights due to them
- Emotional and practical support, enabling them to come to terms with their loss of sight and rebuild their lives
- Arrange regular local events, activities and visit St Dunstaners at home
- Over 30 regional St Dunstan's reunion lunches held annually throughout the UK.
The Aim
Firstly the aim is to ensure that as much money as possible is raised for St Dunstans.
Secondly we would like to raise awareness of St Dunstans and the good work it does ensuring that ex-service men, women and their families are able to continue their lives after a loss of sight.





