Hoist

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The Centre has a hoist!  It does not come with a sling, we decided it would be better if the member brings in their own one from home, they will be compatible with our hoist.  Tricia (Physio) is the only person trained in it’s use.  It will enable Tricia to assess people properly on the bed and can also be used with any of the gym equipment, if necessary. 

Anyone interest in a meditation class?

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Unfortunately we have lost the yoga class because we only had 3 regulars and if one was unable to make it was not viable for the class to run.  The yoga teacher is offering a meditation class in instead; breathing, calming and relaxing without poses.  It would be suitable for everyone.  If you would be interested in this please let me know. I really need 6 regulars for the class to get up and running.  It would be the same day and time as yoga, Wednesdays at 11.  If this day is not suitable but you are interested please let me know. 

Volunteers Week

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It is National Volunteers’ Week – this is our opportunity to say a “HUGE THANK YOU” to all of our wonderful volunteers.

We simply could not operate without you!  It is your efforts that go such a long way to help so many local people living with MS.  You help to bring the building to life and make the Centre such a friendly and welcoming place to be.

Once again, thank you for all that you do to help so many :0)

Poll finds more than a quarter are told incorrectly they have a trapped nerve, with 39% of people with MS waiting over a year for correct diagnosis

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Source The Guardian:

Four in five people with multiple sclerosis in the UK are misdiagnosed, with more than a quarter told incorrectly that they have a trapped nerve, a survey suggests.
The poll found that 39% of people with MS waited more than a year for a correct diagnosis, prompting the MS Society to warn that too many people are suffering needlessly as a result of the delays.  Read on

Why diagnosing MS isn’t always quick or straightforward

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Source MS Trust:

The media has highlighted the results of a survey published today by the MS Society about being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The survey raises issues about the challenges of being diagnosed with MS and the delays and mis-diagnoses that some people experience. It reflects many of the themes that came out in the MS Trust’srecent research into the experience of being diagnosed with MS.  Read on.

Membership cards

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Pick up your 2015 card at reception. Amongst a myriad of other uses, it will let you use Milton Park Club pool or gym at off-peak times for £2.50 (and free for accompanying carer).