donna’s story
Myself and PC Pete Clarke are running the Beachy Head half marathon on Sunday 22nd October 2023, this is my first ever half marathon and Pete is taking part to support me and get me through the finish line.
Pete and I are proud to work for Sussex Police and serve our communities, being a Police officer can be tough not only helping and support the community often at their times in need but doing so whilst having our own everyday struggles. Both Pete and I have used Sussex Police charity to help us when we have hit a point in our lives that we needed help, asking for help and assistance isn't easy especially when your a Police Officer, your meant to be there for others and to give them help and assistance it's not meant to be the other way around.
The charitable trust are there for the police family to help with a number of situations as they say
'Ever felt like the rug has been pulled from under you and not sure who to turn to or what to do?
We can help when you're experiencing problems. With a little understanding, and advice on what to do, many members are able to tackle their situation and turn things around for the better. If there's a financial impact, we may also be able to help with grants and interest free loans. If you need rest and recuperation, the SPCT own a bungalow in Dorset that members can use,'
Being a Police officer is hard, not only does it impact you but it also impacts your loved ones and sometimes life takes a turn you don't expect, as a Police officer you have restrictions on your private life and therefore its nice to know when you hit the bottom someone is there to help.
We want to give back to the charity because it helped both Pete and I in different ways but it's safe to say our lives had taken a turn in directions neither of us expected, they were there for Pete and his wife to help get Pete fighting fit again for his family and they were there for me and my two young children at the time when we had nothing following separation. We would really appreciate it if you could give a little something not only to show your support for what is going to be a massive task for me to complete but also to support the charity that work so hard to help keep your Police well and at work so that they can in turn support and help you.
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