The total Sarah-Jane raised from her fundraising swim was an incredible £2601.33
We would like to thank Sarah-Jane so very much for all her hard work to make this such an amazing fundraiser for the centre.
Do you struggle remembering things?
“I forget where I have put things.” Sound familiar? We all forget where we have put things at times, and this may get worse when stressed or tired. Keeping track of all of our actions and decisions can be tough but the MS Trust Staying Smart resources are here to help. The MS Trust has got tips on how to help make it easier to recall where things are quickly. Here is their first tip:
Have a set place for everything (your glasses, your car keys) and always put these essential items in their set place.
Find more of their tips and other information at: https://mstrust.org.uk/resources/staying-smart/finding-things
Omicron Covid Variant update
In response to the new Omicron variant of coronavirus, The MS Society has updated their information on:
- What we already know about the new variant
- Vaccines, booster jabs and how you can manage risk from COVID-19
- Changes we want to see for people with MS
More info:https://mssoc.uk/3Ejakv2
If you feel unwell at all, please do not attend the Centre.
Coping with Christmas stress
Christmas is often pictured as a time of joy and happiness. But it also brings a lot of stress and is usually very busy. When you have MS, it can affect your daily life and symptoms.
Helena, from the MS Trust Information and Engagement team, explores some ideas on how to reduce Christmas stress. If you have any further suggestions please let us know and we will share them.
Didcot Tesco collection
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Many many thanks to Susan, Dave, Julia & Andy, Tony, Geoff, Joh & Angie and Richard for giving up 2hours of their time to collect at Didcot Tesco on Friday.
It was a very successful collection, total: £650.31. I really do appreciate you collecting, I know it’s not a fun job but when we can raise that sort of money it’s very worthwhile.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!
Ask the expert: speech problems
Some people with MS may experience problems with their speech. This can include slurred speech, poor voice quality and difficulty remembering words. These problems can be frustrating and, at times, can result in distressing experiences.
The MS Trust spoke to speech and language therapist, Suzanne Buckley to find out what causes these problems and learn about some of the practical strategies that can help.
Looking for something to listen to?
The MS Trust has their own series of podcasts covering a range of topics.
If you’re not sure where to start, here are our top five most popular episodes:
- Mobility problems and aids in MS
- Will asks the expert about balance and dizziness
- Can exercise help my MS?
- Will asks the expert about pain
- Talking advanced MS and Advanced MS Champions
100 club winners for November
100 club winners for November:
1st Prize – Phil Hicks
2nd Prize – Gloria McLaughlin
3rd Prize – Lizzie Nowaskowski
Computer needed for reception desk
We are in desperate need for a new computer for the reception desk. It is soooooo old and sooooooo slow and my reception staff are getting very frustrated! So if you are feeling generous or you know someone else who might be then please please bear us in mind.
Thank you
Christmas Opening Times
Open as usual until……..
Friday 24th Closed
Monday 27th – Tuesday 28th Closed
Wednesday 29th Massage all day
Thursday 30th Oxygen at 10am
Friday 31st Oxygen at 10am & massage all day
Monday 3rd January Closed
From Tuesday 4th January Open as usual
