Meet Adele, she’s taking on a challenge for Teens Unite, read all about her reasons here, and look out for updates on her training and fundraising.
“I will be cycling 280km through the natural beauty of rainforests, plantations, volcanoes and beaches of Costa Rica - just a little more terrifying than planned! This will be in November so I have time to train and raise the funds...
.......but why am I doing this?
I have worked alongside Teens Unite for the last few years providing accommodation at Mill Hill School for them for their annual Activity stays and reunions. The stay is jammed packed with activities and events, not only to provide the chance to learn new skills but also an opportunity to spend valuable time with others in similar situations.
I have seen first-hand the massive positive impact that this has on all the young people, where strong friendships and wonderful memories are made and how they push themselves out of their comfort zone - so now it's my turn!
I have already started to train hard for this event, I have never cycled any further than a few miles on a bike and I know that this is going to be a physical and mental challenge for me. I will post updates as I train - so here goes!”
Volunteering with Teens Unite has changed my personality and outlook on life. When I hear all the amazing things the teens say about Teens Unite, I can tell they mean every word.
Nathan, 23, VolunteerTeens Unite isn't just a charity to me, it was the beginning of restarting my life.
Jess, 22, Teen, Acute Myeloid LeukaemiaWhen Elliot started receiving the support of Teens Unite, I could see a change in him straightaway. His outlook on life was becoming positive again and I gained strength from seeing my little boy accepting what had happened and starting to move forward.
David, Parent to Elliot, 18, Non-Hodgkins LymphomaI needed help and that's where Teens Unite came in. I believe that everything happens for a reason, and the reason I met Teens Unite was to save my life.
Harry, 20, Teen, Testicular CancerWith Teens Unite, I finally realised that I could climb out of this massive hole that I had been digging because I wasn't alone anymore.
Leanne, 21, Teen, Acute Lymphoblastic LeukaemiaIf it wasn't for Teens Unite, I wouldn't be where I am now. They have been really supportive and given me the strength to push myself and not give up.
Derry, 20, Teen, Brain TumourMy wife inspired me to volunteer following her fight against cancer. I wanted to help others carry on living their lives the way she did. And that's exactly what Teens Unite does.
John, 64, Volunteer