Diane’s story – taking part in a fundraising appeal

"The MS Society gave me a grant for a mobility scooter – and I’m glad I can do something in return.

This week, my story will be featured in a mailing to help raise funds for the MS Society.

Back in 2008, my mobility scooter broke down, and, as I’d had to stop work years before, I wasn’t able to afford a new one.

Without my scooter I couldn’t get out and about to the shops or to walk my dog, Lily. But thanks to a grant from the MS Society, I was able to get a new scooter, and maintain my independence.

It was great to take part in the appeal – a photographer came to take pictures, and some of the MS Society team came to find out what a difference my scooter makes to my life. It’s strange to think my picture (and a picture of Lily!) will be on a letter that will fall on so many doormats in the next few days, but I’m excited to be involved in such an important project.

A lot of people don’t know that the MS Society can give grants for certain things like home adaptations – such as an accessible shower or a stair-lift – or mobility aids, like my scooter. It’s good to be able to help publicise what the MS Society does, and to help raise funds so people like me can carry on living life to the full.

Most people take their mobility for granted, and it’s hard for them to understand how it feels to struggle with everyday things. I hope that my contribution means that more people are aware of the realities of MS – and that it makes them keen to help us beat it."

Diane Goodlock

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