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Members of the Inspired group with cyclists looking forward to participating in the Ring of Kerry Cycle. Photo by Dermot Crean
THOUSANDS of cyclists will take to the road tomorrow morning on the annual Ring Of Kerry Charity Cycle and some of them will be raising funds for the Inspired group.
Inspired, based at Brandon Court in Tralee, are a ‘tier 2’ beneficiary of the cycle which raises much needed funding for several national and local charities each year.
Inspired are thrilled with the level of support they have received from local and national cyclists and indeed the level of support across Kerry, with over 40 people volunteering to help at the food station in Cahersiveen on Saturday.
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The organisation also wants to extend their thanks and gratitude to Des Adams of Adams Car Sales in the Mile Height Tralee, for sponsoring the cycling and volunteer shirts for the big day.
Inspired wished all the cyclists a safe and enjoyable trip when some of them gathered at Brandon Court on Thursday.
This year Inspired hope to achieve funding towards the cost of their transport service which has risen significantly over the past 12 months.
According to Inspired Manager Liz Maher; “Transportation is crucial for individuals with disabilities if they are to access community and essential services, training, employment and social activities. Without adequate funding, these individuals may experience significant barriers and poor quality of life, particularly if they reside in rural parts of Kerry”.
Members of the Inspired group (in front) Liam Purcell, Sarah Fitzmartin, Labhaoise O’Connor and David Malone are joined by cyclists (kneeling) Marie O’Connor, John Halpin and John Sayers, (standing) Brian Phelan, Cecil Hoffman, Joe Moriarty, Ray Moynihan, Denis Walsh and Linda Dennehy, looking forward to the Ring of Kerry Cycle. Photo by Dermot Crean
Liz further explained, that the ethos of the organisation was to promote equality and inclusion and they aim to ensure that each person achieves a sense of wellbeing by leading meaningful and productive lives.
“We want to make sure that our participants have access to transportation so we can break down some of these barriers, and create an inclusive communities across Kerry where individuals with intellectual disabilities can make valuable contributions and become active citizens,” says Liz.
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