My name is
Cory Welsh and I am 23 years old. I will be graduating this June from The
University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Psychology and Bachelor of Education
degree, as well as an Early Childhood Education diploma from St. Clair College.
June 25th I
will begin cycling from Vancouver, BC to Halifax, NS. My dad Robert, my
inspiration for this challenge, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2007,
at the age of 52. I approached the Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario, with
a plan to cycle across Canada to raise money for Parkinson’s research; The
Parkinson Society Southwestern Ontario has supported this 3rd party charity
event, and will gratefully accept donations from my ride. Parkinson’s Cycle of
Hope is a National event which promises to be a step in the right direction,
for new developments in Canadian research, supporting the courageous people who
are fighting this devastating disease. Parkinson’s disease is the second
most common neurodegenerative disease disorder (after Alzheimer’s disease) which
affects both motor and non-motoring functioning.
We have been
fortunate to arrange accommodations with gracious families across Canada, who
will welcome us into their homes each night to save on expenses. Revolution
Bicycle Shop in Sarnia Ontario has donated an amazing calibre bike, helping to
complete this trip safely and efficiently. Our goal is to raise $50,000 for
Parkinson’s research through corporate partnerships, family, and community
support. Three pre-ride fundraising events have been organized to kick-start
this ride and help meet my financial goals! The first event on May 18th is
an evening of entertainment provided by local talent, with all proceeds going
to Parkinson’s Cycle of Hope. Secondly, June 1st is a SOLD OUT
silent auction dinner event where 200 supporters will enjoy a great meal and bid
on a variety of donated auction items. The final pre-ride event is an “all you
can eat” fish fry at the popular and famous Purdy Fisheries Dockside Restaurant
on June 14th.
Parkinson's Cycle of Hope is
committed to blogging about our journey, taking and posting photos throughout
our ride.
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page: www.facebook.com/pages/Parkinsons-Cycle-of-Hope/162105320559401?ref=ts
Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/corywelsh9
Donate to Parkinson’s Cycle of
Hope
Please join us on our journey
throughout Canada, as we blog our experiences along the way! Parkinson's Cycle
of Hope was nothing more than an idea, until friends, families, and communities
throughout the world supported it. Together we will bring Parkinson's disease
into the spotlight, so we can change people's lives in a meaningful and
positive way.
Cory sure likes to hear
himself talk, but please share your experiences as well! We want to link people
who have been affected by PD, so they can share their individual stories and
experiences. Awareness, education, and research are our goals BUT the only way
we can achieve these goals is through you!
Cory
Welsh
Parkinson’s
Cycle of Hope
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