Help Fergal O’Brien Raise £5,000 Skydiving for Dementia Family Carers respite care

“I just want to help”

That’s what Fergal said after listening to Dementia Family Carers and gaining a deeper understanding of the huge challenges they face and the vital difference our charity makes.

Now, Fergal O’Brien, a top racehorse trainer from Cheltenham is turning those words into action by taking on a skydive to raise £5,000 for Dementia Carers Respite.

During Dementia week on Friday the 22nd of May, Worcester Racecourse will be holding a special event showing Fergal O’Brien’s Skydive and talking about Dementia. If you are anywhere near why not come and join the fun. Look out for updates on this site

Why this matters

Dementia family carers face a relentless “double whammy” of physical and mental exhaustion. Many provide care 24/7, often alone, with little or no break.

89% of dementia family carers experience a crisis each year, many receive little or no NHS or council support while struggling with burnout, isolation and declining health.

Larger charities focus on research or offer guidance and signposting but our mission is so far unique and hands on.

What we do

Dementia Carers Respite is dedicated to funding professional, in-home respite care for family carers.

Our carers are fully trained in dementia care and safeguarding, compassionate, reliable, and experienced in dementia care. They deliver a service operating under CQC-regulated organisations

This support gives family carers something priceless: time to rest, recover, and breathe.

The impact of your donation

Our £5,000 target will fund 200 hours of respite care.

That means:

• Carers can take a break, attend appointments, or simply sleep

• Loved ones continue receiving safe, high-quality care at home

• Families stay stronger and their loved ones stay at home for longer

The benefit reaches beyond the individual—supporting healthier families and more compassionate communities.

How you can help

Please support Fergal’s skydive and stand with dementia family carers.

Every donation—no matter what the size—brings real, immediate relief to someone who desperately needs it.

Together, we can give carers the break they deserve.

Donate today and make a difference and show support for Fergal O’Brien

For more information visit www.dementia-respite.org.uk; www.fergalobrienracing.co.uk ; www.worcester-racecourse.co.uk