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Darlington & District
The Branch is run entirely by local volunteers, many of whom have MS themselves, are living with or are close to someone who has MS, or have an interest or commitment to the aims of the Society. The Branch is managed by a Committee averaging around 8 in number, elected by the membership, with four named roles: Chairperson, Treasurer, Secretary and 2 Welfare Officers as well as general members. We are always keen to welcome new members, there is plenty to do!
- Branch aims
Provide support for members and their families, both practical and emotional.
Provide information about all aspects of MS.
Organise social events, outings, etc.
Raise funds both for the above and for research.
Organise self-help groups.
Represent the concerns of the Society at a local level and to increase public awareness.
- Welfare
Our Branch Welfare Officers have knowledge of services in the locality and ability to assist people, ease pressure and worries about practicalities. - Activities/Fundraising
The branch arranges a variety of events to which everyone is invited. These are detailed in our newsletter, briefly they include:
Tuesday group – monthly social/ support group at Darlington Rugby Club - 1st Tuesday of every month, 10.30 til 12.
MS Young Mums – third Friday of each month – Elm Ridge Methodist Church Hall – 1pm til 2pm.
Mens Group – social group meets last Friday of each month for lunch and a chat.
Physio session – every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Carmelite Convent, 1pm-3pm
We have an aromatherapy service which provides home visits for members.
We arrange also outings to places of interest, pub lunches and carers meals.
- Membership
This is open to people with MS, their carers, family, friends and supporters. Anyone interested in the work of the Society can join.
We are always looking for more helpers for all aspects of our work, but especially drivers, escorts and people to raise funds either at our own events or through other organisations. If you can help or want more information then please contact:
DarlingtonNewsletterNov2009.pdf - (877kb)DARLINGTON AND DISTRICT
BRANCH NEWSLETTER
November December 2009
(Edited Web Version)