Luke Glover wanted to raise money and awareness around the genetic condition
05:00, 24 Oct 2025
Luke Glover after finishing the Yorkshire Marathon(Image: supplied image)
A man from Hull has raised more than £1,500 for charity, inspired by his sister who is living with a rare inherited form of dementia. Luke Glover took on the Yorkshire Marathon in aid of Alzheimer’s Research UK.
The challenge was taken up in honour of his sister, who is cared for at Beechwood Care Centre in Bridlington. Luke wanted to raise awareness of Familial Alzheimer’s Disease (FAD), a genetic condition that claimed his father’s life and now affects his sibling.
His efforts have helped shine a light on this little-known form of dementia, which accounts for less than 1 per cent of all Alzheimer’s cases. Luke said: “When I was 11, my dad passed away from a rare form of dementia called Familial Alzheimer’s Disease.
“There was a 50 per cent chance I could have inherited the same gene, but a genetic test showed I hadn’t and, unfortunately, my sister did. She’s now receiving fantastic care at Beechwood Care Centre and I wanted to do something positive to raise money and awareness for research that might one day help others like her.”
The funds raised will go directly to Alzheimer’s Research UK to support studies into the genetic and biological causes of early-onset dementia. Sarah Kirk, manager at Beechwood Care Centre, in Melbourne Avenue, said: “Luke’s story is incredibly moving, and we’re so grateful for the awareness his fundraising has brought to this rare condition.
Luke Glover pictured with his dad, who died when Luke was 11(Image: supplied image)
“His sister is a wonderful part of our Beechwood community and we all admire Luke’s determination and positivity. Our team feel privileged to support her and others living with advanced and complex dementia.
“Seeing the love and commitment of families like Luke’s really highlights what person-centred care is all about. His achievement not only raises vital funds but also helps raise awareness of the specialist care available here in Bridlington.”
‘I wanted to do something positive to raise money and awareness’ – Luke Glover(Image: supplied image)
Beechwood Care Centre, operated by Highgate Care Group, specialises in supporting people with advanced dementia, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s Disease and other complex needs, alongside residential care for older people seeking a safe and social home environment.
For more information, visit highgatecare.co.uk/beechwood-care-centre
