I am raising money for Hearing Dogs for Deaf People
Hi, I’m Lauren. I’m 27 years old and was born profoundly Deaf.
When I was 9, I became one of the first children in the country to receive a Hearing Dog as part of the initial trial. My first dog, Sam, was a yellow Labrador and he completely changed my life. Before Sam, I often felt isolated in a hearing world. With him by my side, I felt secure at night, safer when out and about, and far less alone. He was my best friend and helped shape the woman I am today.
When Sam retired, he stayed with my family, and I was partnered with Douglas, my current Hearing Dog. Douglas is a black Labrador and very different in personality to Sam but one thing has never changed. He is my best friend, my comfort, and my security in a world I still sometimes struggle to navigate. I have recently moved into my first home, something I would not have had the confidence to do without Douglas by my side.
I have always tried to give back to Hearing Dogs because the charity has given me so much. In September 2025, I started running and decided to take on the Lincoln 10K April 2026 with my best friend Victoria, who is also Deaf and currently waiting for her Hearing Dog. We thought what better way to raise money than by challenging ourselves?
Now we’re taking it even further. In September 2026, we will be running the Great North Run for Hearing Dogs.
It costs £25,000 to fully train a Hearing Dog. Every single penny raised will help train more incredible puppies so they can one day transform another deaf person’s life - just like Sam and Douglas transformed mine.
Any donation, big or small, will truly make a difference.
Thank you so much for your support 🐕🦺🐶
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Thank you to my Sponsors
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Cheryl Walsh
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Sue
Well done!!
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Ray And Gillian
Ray and Gillian say hello and well done to You.
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Lucy Schmitz
We are forever proud of you and all that you’re doing to help other children & adults like you. You have gone from not running to achieving your PB with each run you do, you are an inspiration and a beautiful women! You’ve got this! Lots of love from Lucy, Jamie, Alfie and Elsie xxx
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David Millar
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Terri & Mark
You’ve got this Lauren 💪🏻 you should be very proud of yourself. 🤩
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Savanna
Good luck Laura! You’ll smash it! 🏃🏼♀️
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Jos H
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Joanne Hewitt
You're both doing a fantastic job raising funds 👏 🙌 Good luck with the run 🏃♀️ xxx
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Lucy Scott
Go smash it tomorrow Lauren ❤️
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Claire & Isabelle Xx
Good luck Lauren & Victoria!
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Mark Brooks
Good luck Lauren, from Mark, Nicola, Thomas & Sophie
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Gwyndaf Roberts
A friend of David's, owned by a black lab, and a resident of the north east, how could I not support such a worthy cause! All the very best on Sunday - enjoy it!
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Kerry Dobson
Wishing you all the best in your run 😊 xx
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Natalie Mitchell
I don't know you...but your grandad is pretty cool so you must be too 🙏🏻 Good job 👏🏻👏🏻
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Georgina Hubbard
Can't wait to see you absolutely smash this half! It's been inspirational watching your training and progress. Good luck and enjoy it 👏🏼 🏃🏼♀️
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Anonymous
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Deb Towson
Good luck
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Chloe Brooks
To Lolly, good luck from Chloe xx
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Nathan Scott
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Love Nannie & Pops
Love Nannie & Pops
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Jake Blant
Well done
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Alex Tinsley
Well done Lauren. Super proud! Go get it!
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Bev Cooke
Lauren you can do it
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Katy Turkington
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Mia Blant
Good luck Lauren ♥️
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Deb Towson
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Anonymous
Good luck Lolly x
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Joan Xx
You will smash it ❤️
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Iain And Gayle Brooks
Fabulous Lauren xx
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Claire Newman
Well done on raising money for such a worthy cause.
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Susan & Derek Shaw
Good luck Lauren
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David Brooks
Brilliant cause and you will smash it.
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Barbara Dinbar
All the best for this worthy cause
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Tessa Behrens
I'm so proud of all you have achieved!
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Shuckers
Well done Lauren, have a great run. What a great job your dad has done to get you started in running and training with you, no one can hijack that! Well done Brooksy, you played a blinder 👍
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Debbie And Rik
It’s wonderful Lauren to see how confident and independent you now are and how much Sam and Douglas have helped you so much on that journey. Enjoy the run !! Best regards from Debbie and Rik
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Sue & Paul Moss
Lauren, you are an amazing, beautiful young lady, and an inspiration ❤️ Good luck - you will smash it!! Sue & Paul
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Manny And Caz
Sending with a smile from one of Karl’s customers - wishing you all the best!
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Dee
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Ceri & Pam Bowman
Good luck Lauren you got this xx
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Richard Manning
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Helen & Charlie Brown
Great challenge and great charity to raise money for. Good luck with both.
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The Mannings
Wonderful cause and wonderful event to aim for. Good luck with your training.
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David Brooks
Cracking event Lauren n Victoria for a great cause.
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Mum And Karl
We love you everyday and we are always proud of you and what you achieve and helping Karl too by being his running partner. Can’t wait to see you run and raise money for your charity that has helped you and others. Love you always xx
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Kaitlyn & Kieran
Well done girls, we are proud of you 👏🏼
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Simon (dad) And Kerry
You are amazing! So proud of the effort you are both putting in and progress you are making. Go Girls!
Well done beautiful