Mother who lost son to heroin overdose appeals for support to help prevent others going through the same heartbreak

A mother who lost her son to a heroin overdose is appealing for support so she can stop others going through the same heartbreak.
Cath Wareing set up Pacey's Plea after losing her son David to an overdoseCath Wareing set up Pacey's Plea after losing her son David to an overdose
Cath Wareing set up Pacey's Plea after losing her son David to an overdose

Cath Wearing, from Washington, set up Pacey’s Plea after the tragic loss of her son David, who died from a heroin overdose in 2014 aged just 26.

The grieving mum said ever since the loss of David, she has been determined to prevent other mothers and families going through the same terrible grief she experienced.

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Since then she has been taking her message to schools and warning students of how dangerous drug and alcohol misuse can be.

Founder of Pacey's Plea, Cath WearingFounder of Pacey's Plea, Cath Wearing
Founder of Pacey's Plea, Cath Wearing

Now, Cath is appealing for the public's help to reach more people and continue to educate students.

She is raising vital funds to pay for transport to keep Pacey’s Plea, a community interest company (CIC) moving, allowing her to reach more schools and colleges, and attend meetings.

Cath said she needs £2,000 to allow the project to grow, and to keep helping families.

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Cath said: “To have a small reliable car would mean I could take this much needed message around the Sunderland area and further. It would help me be as prepared as possible for my return into schools.

"Having transport will mean I can attend meetings and schools efficiently, more frequently and without relying on others, as well as help me broaden my work in and around the Washington area – therefore do what I can to help our future generations live a safe, healthy and long life.”

Pacey’s Plea was launched in 2014 as a support group and has had over 2,000 members, encouraging young people to change their lifestyles and supporting families going through heartache.

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Now a dedicated Pacey’s Plea transport is the next step in the group's journey.

Pacey’s Plea are taking donations via their Go Fund Me page and more information can be found on their group on their Facebook and Instagram pages.

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