I am running the Pace UTA 22 to raise funds, as well as awareness, for PANDA (Perinatal, Anxiety and Depression Australia).
In October 2013 I was diagnosed with post-natal anxiety and depression (PND). I thought I was living the dream. I married my prince charming, I have 3 amazing children and I have a successful career. I can't be crazy? That diagnosis must be incorrect? I was in denial. It took me a few years to accept the diagnosis and to find ways to manage it. Taking up running was one outlet.
I have come to accept that I have a mental health condition and there is nothing to be ashamed of. It doesn't define or limit me. It is a part of me and that is okay. With the support of family, friends, work, health professionals and organisations such as PANDA, I have the guidance and resources to manage it the best way I can.
I have also recently become a PANDA Community Champion. This is a great bunch of women and men who are out there sharing their stories in the hope that we can lift the stigma attached to mental health illness. I am really excited that this is the first event that I will participate in to raise funds for them.
Please help me reach my goal of $2,100 ($100/km) for PANDA.
PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia
PANDA has been supporting Australian families for nearly 30 years and has helped tens of thousands of Australians get much-needed information, support and treatment to aid their recovery from perinatal anxiety and depression.
About Fundraiser
Elrica Alzona
Kellyville, NSW
Wed, 16 May 2018
Kellie Power
$ 40
You’re a strong and inspiring woman, El. Thank you for sharing your story and your cause. Have a blast out there! X
Tue, 15 May 2018
Mark Tesoriero
$ 100
You’re a star! Good luck
Tue, 15 May 2018
Sharon Cook
$ 500
This donation is not for your run. It’s to acknowledge and celebrate YOU- your courage, your achievements (including with Panda) and your amazing competence! S
Mon, 14 May 2018
Angelica Ling
$ 40
Good luck cuz ;) xx
Thu, 10 May 2018
Nat Rivet
$ 30
Best of luck
Thu, 10 May 2018
Mike Baird
$ 200
Thanks for sharing your story Elrica!
Go well, Mike Baird
Tue, 8 May 2018
Tristan Garcia
$ 100
Tue, 8 May 2018
Anonymous
$ 250
Tue, 8 May 2018
Camilla D'Arcy
$ 50
Good luck El, So proud of you.
I'll be support crew for Toby who's doing the 100km UTA so hopefully we can catch up after the run! :)
Tue, 8 May 2018
Michael Chambers
$ 150
El and Joe,
Have a great run, enjoy even the toughest moments of it. It's a grand run for a great cause and I hope that you reflect on your achievements at the finish line. All the best, Gem and Mike
PANDA - Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia
PANDA has been supporting Australian families for nearly 30 years and has helped tens of thousands of Australians get much-needed information, support and treatment to aid their recovery from perinatal anxiety and depression.
You’re a strong and inspiring woman, El. Thank you for sharing your story and your cause. Have a blast out there! X