A WOMAN with a special connection to a hospice organised a sponsored walk to give back to the charity that cared for her mum.

Amber Roberts, from Newcastle, completed the walk in memory of her mum Julie, who was cared for at St Oswald’s Hospice last year. Julie used the hospice’s day services and inpatient unit last year after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

Amber continues to be supported by the hospice team.

The 24-year-old took part in the walk with colleagues from a 12-week employability programme she is currently involved in, a nationally-recognised qualification run by the Prince’s Trust in collaboration with Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

Amber completed the seven mile walk – a circular route from North Shields walking via Tynemouth, Cullercoats, Whitley Bay and back to North Shields Fish Quay. Amber said: “The walk seemed like the perfect way to say thank you for all they have done for me and my mum. I really enjoyed the walk, and knowing that I was helping such a deserving charity while doing it made it even more worthwhile.”