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Aidan O’Mahony is urging people to walk the Camino de Santiago with him this September 2024. Photo: Pauline Dennigan
FIVE-TIME All Ireland winning Kerry footballer and CRY Ireland ambassador, Aidan O’Mahony, is gearing up for the iconic Camino de Santigo this autumn and he’s looking for people to join him.
This venture is more than just a personal challenge for Aidan; it’s a heartfelt initiative to raise crucial funds for Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY Ireland).
Joining Aidan on the trip, which begins on September 6, is CRY Trustee Liam Herlihy. In 2011, Liam sadly lost his daughter Niamh as a result of Sudden Cardiac Death at just 21 years old.
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Ever since, Liam and his family are screened regularly at the CRY Centre and work tirelessly to raise funds to support the charity. Aidan and Liam are asking people to join them this September and help raise funds for CRY.
Speaking at the launch of the Camino For CRY initiative, Aidan O’Mahony said: “The Camino trip provides an avenue to escape and detach from reality. It serves as a space to commune with nature while simultaneously delving into an adventure of self-discovery and focusing on personal well-being. The journey becomes even more meaningful as it contributes to raising funds for CRY Ireland.”
Aidan added: “Leading the team on two previous occasions in 2019 and 2022, I witnessed the start of lifelong friendships and was profoundly touched by the stories shared by those impacted by Sudden Cardiac Death, highlighting the invaluable support provided by CRY. I am excited to participate yet again this year and extend an invitation for others to join me on this meaningful endeavour.”
For more information or to register interest, please visit www.cry.ie
CRY Ireland provides assistance to individuals and families impacted by Sudden Cardiac Death (SCD) and those living with inherited cardiac conditions. Support is extended through their family support programme.
CRY also offers a freephone helpline, which provides a compassionate listening ear to those affected by these cardiac issues across the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
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