Chloe takes on My Santa Run!

 

Inspired by the conversations with blind and sight impaired people in her community, Chloe Neilson-Hopkins, took part in the My Santa Run on Sunday 6th December 2020 wearing a pair of specialist glasses which simulate the blurred/obstructed vision caused by cataracts.

Joined by husband, Chris, and 3-year-old son, Ned, who jogged, walked, scooted and piggy-backed his way along the 5km route, they have raised over £250 for us so far and turned a few heads along Bognor prom, too!

Chloe said: “Taking on this challenge wearing simulation glasses gave me a small glimpse into how it feels to live with sight loss. While I could see the silhouettes of people, I couldn’t make out features and ran into branches at the start of the route because I just couldn’t work out how close they were. Our sight is so easily taken for granted and I have such admiration for the people in my community I have spoken to who overcome this challenge on a daily basis.  I know what a difference £250 will make – thank you to everyone for their support”

Could you take on the challenge?

Walk, jog or run 5km, anytime throughout December – dressed as Santa!

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