Sam Mellows

I'm fundraising for...

back on February 17th 2016  my world stopped. At the age 24 years old, I was rushed to Worthing General Hospital having a stroke. The doctors gave me a prognosis that felt like a life sentence: I was told I might never walk again and if I were to i would need to use walking aids and on top of that I'd likely face another stroke within the decade. The doctors had the data, however I had the grit & determination. Back in February this year (2026) I celebrated my 10 years Strokeversary it was not just marking a calendar date, it was marking the end of a "deadline" I refused to meet. I am Walking, Running , Thriving and l am Stronger than I ever thought possible. 

And I’ve told myself that it’s time to conquer some beasts & that is starting with the Run Bournemouth Half Marathon and in doing so I’m hoping to raise money for an incredible charity that helped me back in 2016. 

For I am not a Victim.

I am a SURVIVOR. 

Stroke Association is here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke. We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke, so we work with the stroke community to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support. We rely on your support to provide vital services, campaign for better stroke care and fund research into preventative and rehabilitative treatments.