What is Multiple Sclerosis?
MS is a disease affecting the central nervous system, this includes the brain and spinal chord. It is estimated that 130,000 people in the UK have MS, with approximately 100 being diagnosed weekly. It is a lifelong condition, but it is not a terminal illness.
MS isn't infectious or contagious, so it cannot be transferred from person to person.
MS is the most common condition of the central nervous system affecting young adults. Most people are diagnosed in their 20s or 30s, but it can be diagnosed in both younger and older people. MS is not inherited, but family members do have slightly higher risk of developing MS.
Everyone's MS is different, so no two people will have the same range and severity of symptoms, even if they are closely related.
What We Offer
Information & Support
We can support you in coming to terms with your diagnosis with practical, evidence-based information, so that you can make the right choices for yourself and your health.
We can provide details of other helpful care and advice organisations.
As a member, we could also provide you with additional support through Respite, Welfare and Sport grants.
Social Events & Outings
Isolation can be a real challenge for people living with MS, and staying socially connected is an important part of mental wellbeing and health.
Throughout the year, we organise a wide range of welcoming social events and outings. These include quiz nights, lunches BBQs, afternoon teas, visits to places of interest, Jazz afternoons, evenings at Greyhound's and many more.
Fundraising Support
Our dedicated fundraising team, supported by our wonderful members and generous supporters play a vital role in secruing the funds needed to runour chairty and deliver our services.
Every member of our committee is an unpaid volunteer, which means that all of the money raised can be used directly and effectively for the benefit, support and wellbeing of our members.
Support Meetings
We regularly hold support meetings, where members are encouraged to take part in open, lively discussion. Above all, these meetings proviode a supportive and safe environment for companionship, understanding, and a strong sense of community between our members.
Please take a look at our calendar to find the date of our next meeting.
Sport Opportunities
Our fantastic Para-bowls group gives members the opportunityto bowl from para-wheelchairs, helping to build independence while enjoying sport, fun and great company.
Outdoor bowls is enjoyed in the summer, and we also have archery available.
All dates are curently available on our calendar.
Regular Newsletters
Keep up date with our regular publication, which is sent to all members and keeps you informed with everything that's happening within our charity.
You can relive the memories from past social events, while also discovering details about upcoming events, fundraising efforts, and other useful news and information relevant to our members.
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