The South Cornwall Branch of The MS Society January magazine 2013

January 2013

The Lifeboat South Cornwall Branch Monthly Magazine

at Inside the Lifebo this month Cover picture: I want to introduce my friend Toby Toad, he’s trying to make a point because I emptied my pond. I can however inform you that he is perfectly OK after being re-housed. (Drama Queen)

MS News Page 3 Osborne's autumn statement will have damaging effect, says MS Society Page 4 Driving and DVLA Home adaptations Page 5 Home adaptations Page 6 Carers Christmas lunch Page 7 Jungle Journey Apples are good for you Page 8 Valentine Special 2013 Calendar Page 9 Quiz page Page 10 Quiz page Page 11 Read-A-Thon news Seminar Page 12 How the internet got started Page 13 &14 South Cornwall Christmas Lunch Page 15 Megan’s page Page 16 Youth group Page 17 Cabaret Page 18 South Cornwall Events Page 19 Information page Back by popular demand

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Chairman’s Report But because our bungalow is in a good position to advertise events and this raises our profile within the community, to this end I thought we could do table top sale where anyone can rent a table from us at £5-00 and sell their own goods.

It will be hopefully like an indoor car boot sale and I reckon I can accommodate approx 20 tables. It should be fun and why Hello everyone, don't you rent a space ? We will advertise it Here we are in 2013 and I feel this is locally and should raise money for our going to be a good year for our Branch. I Branch and be a bit of fun. We don't want don't say this because I am willing to do craft tables as they don't sell much. another year as chairman but because the Coffee, tea and cakes will be on sale for weather must be better than last year surely funds for our branch. The date of this super ? I decided last year to not do another event will be Saturday 2nd February. I will garage sale as they are too much work for finish now, but just sit back and read this me sorting out all the stuff people bring in. fantastic magazine.

Mike Editors Note please send them to Mike George or call and we will pick them up. This is a great way to support your branch!

All our events this year will be subject to attendance, next month I will insert an event application form, return it to me to book yourself on a particular event.

You will see with your magazine this month, part one of a book written by Mary Smith, I will publish it in five parts so make sure you find it each month!

The distribution of our magazine is spread over a wide area and is receive well in many parts of the UK as well as Canada, if you would like to write an article for our magazine from wherever you are please feel free to do so. Send them to me.

I will close now but just to say that you can determine what your branch offers its We would like to hold an auction with items members, it is important that you have your that are new or nearly new so we need your say so put pen to paper or get an email unwanted Christmas presents or the brand sent off and tell me how we can make life new something that you have never used, better for you.

Malcolm Hello everyone.

I must start by wishing you all a very happy new year and I hope you didn’t overdo things at Christmas; or if you did I hope your feeling better now.

This claims to be an exciting year with the 60th anniversary of the MS Society to celebrate and a full events programme we have lots to look forward to.

The need to know message centre is starting again, if you remember some time ago I gave the opportunity to ask any question about any concerns you have and we would get the answer for you, well, the offer is still open and the subject can be anything and its all in complete confidence.

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News from the MS National Centre Osborne's autumn statement will have damaging effect, says MS Society

The MS Society is warning that the Chancellor George Osborne’s autumn statement will have damaging effect on disabled people.

Osborne earlier announced that out of work benefits - which large numbers of people with MS rely upon - will only increase by 1% over the next three years. That includes Employment and Support Allowance, which we expect 30,000 people with MS to claim.

Significant impact Below-inflation rises to a range of other benefits, such as housing benefit and working tax credits, were also announced and will have a significant impact on disabled people.

In addition, a further cut of 2% to council spending will take effect from 2014, and could mean further reductions to social care services.

The MS Society does, however, welcome the news that disability benefits such as the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) will increase in line with inflation. Around 65,000 people with MS claim DLA. Extremely disappointed Nick Rijke is Director of Policy and Research at the MS Society: “The decision to raise disability benefits in

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line with inflation is a positive one, but it doesn’t give the whole picture.

"We are extremely disappointed that the Chancellor won’t be increasing out of work benefits in line with inflation. Tens of thousands of people with MS rely on benefits like Employment and Support Allowance – this will have a real and damaging impact on their quality of life.

“It is also vital to consider the impact of these below-inflation rises alongside further cuts to council spending that will take place in years to come. These cuts could result in already over-stretched social care services being reduced even more.

"Too many people with MS are having to contend with very real cuts to their finances as well as vital care and support."

Driving and DVLA One of the first questions many people have when they’re diagnosed with MS is: “will I still be able to drive?” The good news is that most people with MS continue to drive as normal.

Some MS symptoms can cause difficulties with driving, such as vision problems, fatigue or mobility difficulties. These are often part of a relapse and therefore temporary. Most people hold off driving until their symptoms have improved.

You can get advice on what kind of car you need at the Motability Assessment Centre website.

If you're aged between 16 and 24 and on the higher rate of Disability Living Allowance, you may be eligible for help towards the cost of driving lessons.

The DVLA and your driving licence If you have a driving licence, you have to let the DVLA know when you have been diagnosed with MS. It is clearly very important for people with MS to carry on driving, and the DVLA

realise this. It is unusual for anyone with MS to have a licence refused, unless their symptoms are very severe.

The DVLA will send you a medical questionnaire and may write to your doctor. It's important that your GP is aware of your specific symptoms to provide an accurate report to the DVLA. The medical section of the DVLA website has the relevant information that you will need.

If there are no serious medical problems, the DVLA will write back and confirm your licence.

People with MS are normally issued a three year licence instead of a ten year one. This is because MS is unpredictable and symptoms can change a lot over time.

Driving with adaptations Even if MS affects your ability to drive in a regular car, it might still be possible to carry on driving with adaptations to a vehicle.

See our publication “Motoring with MS” for more details, you can contact your local branch for this publication.

The types of practical adaptations you can make include having hand controls installed (so you don't have to use foot pedals) or an adjustable driver’s seat to allow entry from a wheelchair if you use one.

The Motability Scheme provides affordable, convenient motoring to over 400,000 disabled customers and their families.

Disabled parking The Blue Badge Scheme gives parking concessions if, for example, you find it difficult to walk from the car to the shops or other places you want to go.

The scheme allows a vehicle displaying a valid badge in the correct place and driven by a disabled person, or with a disabled person as passenger, to park more easily.

Find out how more and apply for a Blue Badge one on the Direct Gov website.

Parking in a disabled bay If you have a blue badge it is your right to park in a designated bay.

But how do you feel about it? Maybe you drive a sports car and feel weird about using the bay on days where you feel ok.

You might feel that people are looking at you suspiciously because you may not use a mobility aid that day.

Remember that 'hidden' symptoms such as fatigue are just as valid as 'visible' ones, and saving yourself a long walk could help with fatigue or other symptoms.

There are still many misconceptions about what constitutes a 'disability', and unfortunately not everyone knows how MS can affect people.

If you have been issued with a blue badge, this recognises your need and your right to use a disabled bay if you wish.

Home adaptations MS can cause particular issues around the house.

Having MS doesn't necessarily mean you will need to make any changes to your home, but sometimes the right adaptations can ensure it continues to suit your day-today life. This can even mean the difference between staying in the home you love and having to move.

The first step is to see if you are eligible to get an occupational therapist (OT) to do an assessment and see what would be useful for you. Ask a member of your health or social care team to refer you.

You don’t need to be a home owner to have adaptations made - landlords must make reasonable adjustments for disabled tenants. Private landlords can apply for financial support for necessary works.

Planning larger adaptations For larger adaptations in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) is the major source of funding.

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There’s more detailed information in our MS Essentials publicationAdaptations and your home.

Who can help?

Locally-based agencies like 'Care & Repair’ and ‘Staying Put’ offer support with home adaptations in partnership with local authorities.

They can help you to get financial support and coordinate building works and payment. Some will also help with things like gardening and advice on preventing falls around the home.

Each nation in the UK has a coordinating body for these agencies: Foundations in England Care and Repair in Scotland Care and Repair Cymru in Wales Fold Housing Association in Northern Ireland Other useful organisations Independent Living Centres and the RNIB’s regional centres display and demonstrate equipment.

The Disabled Living Foundation and Ricability can provide information about many types of disability equipment and mobility products.

There are also many private suppliers of gadgets and equipment. Sometimes a product that is easily available in a household store can do the job just as well as a specialist product.

The Disability Equipment Register and The Mobility Market advertise second hand equipment.

Adaptations room by room This list of adjustments, items of equipment and small adaptations will give you an idea of what's available, but there are many more.

For a complete list read our MS Essentials publication Adaptations and your home.

Kitchen • Single lever or automatic taps and easy-grip handles on cooking utensils and cutlery can help if gripping is a problem.

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• A ‘perching stool’ can help you avoid

standing up to do the washing up or ironing • Non-slip mats can keep things from sliding around worktops when preparing food.

Bathroom • If you have problems with balance and standing, bath and shower benches or boards provide a place to sit when in the bath or shower • Use non-skid safety strips or a rubber bathmat on the bath bottom and add grab bars to the wall or edge of the bath for support • A removable showerhead with a long hose can make rinsing easier.

• A raised toilet seat, which fits over your existing one, can help with getting up and down from the toilet Bedroom • An occupational therapist can show you the most effective ways to get in and out of bed • Raise the height of the bed with correctly fitted equipment. Don’t use improvised raisers (such as wooden blocks or bricks or telephone directories) • A ‘bed lever’ attaches to your bed and can help you to sit, lie, stand and steady Living room • Use ‘reachers’ to pick things off the floor or down from a shelf • A chair that’s the right height for you with filled-in arms can be easier to get up from.

Filled-in arms also stop magazines and TV remotes from falling through.

Avoid raising your chair height with piles of cushions. This is bad for your back and can make getting out of the chair more difficult Stairs • Two banisters can be a real help with balance Stair lifts are also a good option for some people

Entrances and exits

• Making sure you have easy access to and

from your home is as important as improving things inside • Fitted handles on the side of a door frame can be helpful to get up and down a step.

Adding a half step to reduce the height of the step can also help • If you use a wheelchair sometimes, you might want to have ramps fitted, or use temporary ones If you use a wheelchair, you might need to widen doorways to fit through Garden • Grow plants in containers instead of in the ground • Use long-handled garden tools saving you from getting down to ground level • Use automatic watering systems • Paving or decking is generally easier to maintain and more accessible The charity Thrive has more suggestions about making gardening accessible and enjoyable.

Planning larger adaptations If you need to have bigger works done like putting in ramps or a lift, widening doors or installing a level access shower or wet room, you may get help with funding from your local authority. There are certain things you might want to consider, to make the process as smooth as possible: • Works could take several weeks and involve different people, so write down everything you’ve discussed and agreed with everyone • Prepare for disruption: You can’t avoid it all, but you can keep it to a minimum • Make sure grants or other financial support are agreed before you do anything, including signing any contracts or scheduling work Prepare by getting quotes and advice, including checking planning permission

and building regulations. Your local Citizens Advice Bureau, the local authority housing and social care departments can help • Tell your mortgage provider and home insurance provider what you are planning For a full list, see our MS Essentials publication Adaptations and your home.

Carers Christmas Lunch

At the Falmouth Hotel

It’s open to all carers so don’t miss next years

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Jungle Journey

A few weeks ago Mike invited me to accompany him testing a new bramble cutter he is building. When I arrived at his bungalow early one morning he was waiting with his car ready for the off. After a short ride we arrived at a steeply sloping undulating field where the "beast" was waiting. It was a giant tyred modified four wheel drive machine reminiscent of a US Army Hummer vehicle. Any sane driver would have disregarded what followed as being totally unnavigable by his "Hummer" and Mike did notice me checking the roll bar! The sortie across this field was an exciting experience which, were it not for Mike's skilful driving, would have been quite dangerous but he had obviously negotiated the field before and it was an exhilarating ride.

Later we arrived at his woodland. The woods could better be described as a jungle and well ready for the new cutter, but that was for later. The powerful eight cylinder engine soon saw us roaring through undergrowth and brambles 6 feet high with tall Eucalyptus trees completing the jungle scenery.

What a boy's morning we had and to be remembered for many years to come.

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Is an Apple good for you?

Apple Corporation of America is well known for innovative computer design. For the past few weeks I have had the chance to use their latest tablet computer, an Apple iPad 3. In no way am I a computer expert but nonetheless thought you may like to have my observations.

The Apple iPad 3 seems to fall between and iPhone and a laptop computer. It seems to be generally accepted that the iPad is an adjunct to a normal computer rather than a replacement for it and I would fully agree with this. It is about the size of an A4 sheet of paper with a touch screen a little smaller. It is this screen that is one of the outstanding features of the new design and is extremely clear. I have found the best way to keep it clear and scratch free is to use a Microfiber cloth.

This large screen is so useful when using the iPad to take photographs which it does very well.

Anyone who is familiar with the Internet will know that it is a huge resource of information. This tablet PC has the advantage over a normal computer in that the start-up time is virtually instantaneous opposed to the usual several minutes.

Whilst I am at home I find myself having it continually by my side where I can dip into the Internet for information just as quickly as I would open a book. It accesses the Internet via my house wireless rueter and anything I want to save can be sent back to my desk computer by that means.

Although I have not totally tested the system it does back its self up to the Apple Server automatically every time it is coupled to the mains charging socket.

This means if ever it should "crash" it can be recovered by that server.

Unlike a conventional computer which uses a keyboard and mouse the iPad is operated by a touch screen.

I have had my M.S. for many years but fortunately still have a reasonable degree of dexterity in my fingers but have found that using a special pencil stylus (£1) accessing some of the very small icons on the screen is made so much easier and I am sure would be a boon to anyone with impaired feeling in their fingers. A facility that I do find useful is the voice recognition capability or is that me just being lazy!

So, Is An Apple Good For You? Costing nearly £400 it does not fit into the bargain basement category and it could be argued that it is simply a large iPhone. Being a man I am naturally drawn to gadgets and I suppose therefore my opinion is naturally biased but I have found this particular gadget to be extremely useful.

Valentine Special I thought it would be a good idea if we had a valentine day message board in next months Magazine.

You can send them to me and I will publish them on a special page allocated to valentine messages, you don’t have to give your name.

Send them to me by the 16th January.

Don’t forget mine!!!

If you have MS, are a member of the South Cornwall Branch of the MS society and would like to try an iPad for seven days prior to buying please give me, Allan Sargent, a telephone call on: (01209) 315386

I will take this opportunity to thank you all for your support and wish you a Happy New Year May you have many cups of tea!

Jasper

2013 Calendar The 2013 Calendars are now in stock and are priced at £4.00 each. If you wish to purchase them please send a cheque for the correct amount, depending on how many you require. Please make cheques payable to: MSS South Cornwall.

Send your cheque with your delivery address and quantity required to: Malcolm Glister Whispering Winds Crellow Hill Stithians Nr Truro TR3 7AQ

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January quiz

December Quiz answers 1. Mistletoe 2 Snowman 3 Dasher 4 Ho ho ho 5 Comet 6 No two are the same 7 Three wise men 8 Tinsel Town Bingo numbers called in: January 10, 26, 43, & 61 February 52, 90, 76, & 85 March 5, 30, 46 & 67 April 13, 49, 23, & 73 May 79, 45, 16, & 28 June 65, 18, 41, & 87 July 57, 3, 8, & 69 August 83, 59, 71, & 20 September 38, 63, 75, &1 October 33, 77, 55, & 89 November 51, 86, 48, & 35 December 11, 32, 53, & 68 January 13 81, 31, 15, & 25

Unscramble the letters to reveal well known Bee Gees songs.

1 IIEV GJKLANT 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

VSI OORH EE YWLO PEUD S KJITRDE O AAET VYAILS EANIT DBWNO GH OAAYNRTSI VE OOOO DBYETLMS STSTESAAHMUC DSOWR

December mystery object

Thought of the Month "Your

beliefs become your thoughts. Your thoughts become your words. Your words become your actions. Your actions become your habits. Your habits become your values. Your values become your destiny."

Target £2,000.00 Actual to date £780 Money Boxes 9 9

What’s this mystery object?

Happy birthday to: 2nd Mrs J Revell 2nd Mr Christopher Smith 4th Miss Cynthia Shrubb 4th Miss Nicola Stevens 15th Miss Joy Rushton 19th Mr Allan Sargent 25th Mrs Betty Alderton 28th Mrs Ellen May

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Did you spot the 6 differences?

How did this happen, I only had one or two!

Poetry Corner Little spider in your web, sometimes you must feel sad, you can’t play, you can’t leave, the whole day you must weave.

Some days we just get stuck, and bogged down. Some days all you can do is smile and wait for someone to kindly remove your butt from the hole you find it wedged in.

SANTA’S LITTLE HELPERS ANSWERS 1. BRADLEY WALSH 2. EMMA GRIFFITHS 3. DAVID GEST 4. PHIL VICKORY 5. MELANIE SYKES 6. JAMIE OLIVER 7. SUZANNE SHAW 8. BOBBY MOORE 9. JOE SWASH 10. JASON ORANGE 11. COLEEN NOLAN 12. DECLAN DONNELLY 13. MICHAEL JACKSON 14. ALEXANDRA BURKE 15. KIMBERLEY WALSH 16. NORMAN WISDOM 17. KATIE MELUA 18. EWAN MCGREGOR 19. ROBSON GREEN 20. PATRICK DEMPSEY

Who are Santa’s little helpers, did you know who they were?

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A schools view of the Read-A-Thon Gulval CP School in Penzance and The MS ReadRead-A-Thon

Gulval CP School in Penzance have completed the month long Read-A-Thon and those who took part have really enjoyed it. I spoke to a few of the girls who had the following to say about it;

Ella Smith Age 9 years-The money raised will give people with Multiple Sclerosis a better life and I really enjoy reading.

Lucia Davy Age 6 years-I really enjoy reading and I wanted to help make other people aware of Multiple Sclerosis.

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Isabella Davy Age 9 years-I wanted to help raise money to hopefully one day find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis.

I also enjoy reading, which is important for later life.

As a teaching assistant within this school I have been co-ordinating the Read-A-Thon with Malcolm Glister our MS schools representative.

We have found the project interesting, educational and informative with a sense of achievement having raised over ÂŁ400 for people in Cornwall affected by MS I would like to thank the children who took part and the staff for their support during the read-a-thon.

Also thanks to Malcolm for talking to the children and raising awareness about Multiple Sclerosis and for running such a worth while sponsored event.

I hope we can run this annually within the school.

Once again, a big thank you to everyone who supported the read-a-thon.

Nikki Jenkin (Teaching assistant Gulval School) Well done Gulval school what a good result!

Gulval school are also in contact with Gladstone School in Canada as part of our Cornwall MS international schools communication project.

Malcolm Bongo the book worm say’s what a great job!

Three little book worms

Read-A-Thon news The list of schools taking part is growing all the time with schools booking in for this year.

Others that have completed the Read-A-Thon said they would lake part again.

I will publish an up to date list every month.

Schools Taking Part: Cape Cornwall, St Just Penzance Darite CP School, Liskeard (completed) Lanivery School, Bodmin (completed) Kehelland school, Camborne Devoran School, Devoran presentation on 21st Jan Gulval school, Penzance (completed) Schools to visit: Heamoor School 14th January St Mary’s C of E 16th January St Mary’s Roman Catholic 17th January Schools visited: Stithians school, 10th Dec Truro School, Dec Many other schools are being contacted for interview and with steady growth it will becomes easier to control. When the Read-A-Thon team are in place we can target many more schools throughout a wider area.

Canada Project: This is really exciting news, our first inter school communication with Canada is taking place.

Gulval school in Penzance are now in communication with Gladstone school in Cornwall Canada.

I will report on progress over the months and have asked Gladstone school, Canada if they would like to put an article in the Life Boat.

Darite, Lanivery and Cape Cornwall are also interested in taking part in this exciting project and I am sure many others will follow.

This article was sent in by Judy Reed: How the Internet Got Started part one, part two next month In ancient Israel , it came to pass that a trader by the name of Abraham Com did take unto himself a wife by the name of Dot. And Dot Com was a big, strong woman, broad of shoulder and long of leg.

Indeed, she was often called Amazon Dot Com. And she said unto Abraham, "Why dost thou travel so far from town to town with thy goods when thou canst trade without ever leaving thy tent?

And Abraham did look at her as though she were several saddle bags short of a camel load, but simply said, "How so, dear?"

And Dot replied, "I will place drums in all the towns, with drums in between to send messages saying what you have for sale.

And the sale can be made on the drums and delivery made by Uriah's Pony Stable (UPS)."

Abraham thought long and decided he would let Dot have her way with the drums.

And the drums rang out and were an immediate success.

Abraham sold all his goods at the top price, without ever having to move from his tent.

To prevent neighbouring countries from overhearing what the drums were saying, Dot devised a code that only she and the drummers knew. It was known as Must Send Drum Over Sound (MSDOS), and she developed a language to transmit Hebrew To the people (HTTP).

And the young men did take to Dot Com's trading as doth the greedy horsefly take to camel dung.

They were called Nomadic Ecclesiastical Rich Dominican Sybarites, or NERDS. And lo, the land was so feverish with joy at the new riches and the deafening sound of drums that no one noticed that the real riches were going to an enterprising drum dealer, Brother William of Gates, who bought out every drum maker in the land.

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Christmas Lunch 2012 Christmas Lunch 2012 was held at the Membly Hall Hotel Falmouth and what a great time everyone had. We had a great meal followed by a visit from Rudolf and Father Christmas. Thanks to everyone for making it such a special occasion.

I will let the pictures speak for themselves.

Father Christmas and Rudolf were there

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Thanks to everyone who donated a raffle prize

A great atmosphere

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Megan

A letter home Dear Home, I have successfully finished my training and I am now Private Edward James Hemington of the Duke of Cornwall ’s Regiment. We are going to France next week and will be fighting along with the French troops.

Although I’m not looking forward to killing innocent men, I am looking forward to going to the frontline and fighting for my king and country. Although I will miss you dearly, I have to do what’s right on all of the other men who have lost their lives protecting our country.

Please say hello to Tommy and Eliza from down the road and tell them that they have been great friends and I will miss them dearly along with all of the others from down at the pub. I will be in touch as soon as I can but for now goodbye and best wishes Private Edward James Hemington Duke of Cornwall ’s regiment 14th May 1915 15

South Cornwall branch MS Youth Group West “Making Sense” Hello everyone, my name is Kevin, and I’m a friend of Jaspers. I know some people think he’s a bit of a pain, but actually, he can be lots of fun, as well as naughty (I’m never naughty!!!)

The other day, we were standing by the Christmas tree.

We were watching all the people. Then Jasper thought it would be fun to hide behind the tree, and to speak, so that it looked like the tree was talking! It was hard because we kept on laughing, but people did wonder where the voices were coming from! We were only saying “Happy New Year everyone” and that is what I am saying to you all, Happy New Year!

From Kevin ( and Ben)

Ben

Youth Group achievements 2012 As the youth team mascot and secret advisor I have great pleasure in highlighting the youth events in 2012.

Remember that the youth group was started in June and my mate Megan is the leader, of course since my arrival the standard of tea has risen dramatically. It’s good to see Kevin again, haven’t seen him for ages.

July Manufacture of items for the craft fayre games

September Horse riding

October Gala day & visit to Merlin Centre

June Start of youth group

August School summer fayre

November Body shop party Craft fayre Total money raised £158.00

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An evening with

Fire ‘n’ Ice

Open to all and free for people with MS, plus one carer and £5.00 for all others. Don’t miss this opportunity, you may not get another at this price To be held at the Membly Hall Hotel on the 2nd March 2013 The Details : Date: Saturday 2nd March 2013 at the Membly Hall Hotel, Cliff Road, Falmouth TR11 4NT The Meal: Two course meal, Roast Chicken with dessert (Vegetarian option).

Programme: 7.00pm for 7.30pm Meal Entertainment from 9.00pm till at least 11.00pm Entertainment: Fire ‘n’ Ice - popular Duo plus star guest Laura Raffle in aid of MS plus Lucky ticket draw. Total Price: Free for people with MS, plus one carer and £5.00 for all others. A special rate of £35.00 per adult and £15 per child under 11 bed & breakfast is available, quote Fire ‘n’ Ice when booking. (Hotel Tel No 01326 312869) If you wish to attend please complete the return slip below and send it with your remittance to:Malcolm Glister Whispering Winds, Crellow Hill, Stithians, Nr Truro, Cornwall TR3 7AQ Tel: 01209 860754 Email: malcolmglister@btinternet.com Please make cheques and orders payable to MSS South Cornwall (do not send cash). You will receive confirmation of purchase and the tickets will be held on the door for you on arrival unless you state otherwise.

Your name and address (printed)

………………………………………………………………………………………………... ………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………... ………………………………………………………………………………………………...

I would like

tickets for the Fire ‘n’ Ice Cabaret on 2nd March 2013

No of people with MS No of carers Other

Please indicate number of wheel chair spaces required: - Number

Do you have skills that could help run the South Cornwall Branch?

We are holding a seminar to inform potential committee members of our branch volunteer requirements.

The seminar is for those who have the skills and knowledge to be able to carry out work on behalf of the branch and perhaps become replacements for existing committee members in the future.

The Branch has many activities all of which need managing, the following is an example of some branch functions: Support officers, Fund raisers, Social event organisers, Magazine editors, Collectors,

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Read-A-Thon team members, Treasurer, Profile managers, Secretarial work, Support staff and Grant application managers These are just some of the tasks carried out by your committee, the people we are looking for must be forward thinking, committed, good communicators and able to use their initiative.

I will publish the date of the seminar along with an application slip for attendance, if you feel you have all the above attributes and would like to make a difference we would like to see you there.

All necessary training and equipment will be supplied.

South Cornwall Branch events 2013 Dates for these events to be advised: Table Top sale at Mike Georges 2nd Feb Seminar for potential committee volunteers Get together’s Computer awareness and parts sale Bingo afternoon Auction Quiz and games night Magazine tombola Carwinion open day Wine and cheese party The need to know message centre

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Look out for the application slips for these events in next months magazine!!

South Cornwall Youth Group West activities

Events taking place at Merlin MS Centre Ellie May, Communications and Corporate Events Manager Tel: 01726 885530

Calling for your unwanted Christmas gifts!

If after Christmas your house is filled with gifts that you really don’t want or have use for, then why not bring them over to the centre? We are always looking for raffle and tombola prizes. We are also planning a sale at the centre in a few weeks to sell your unwanted gifts for you with proceeds going to the centre ( one man’s trash is another man’s treasure) Please bring in your unwanted delights from Monday 7th Jan onwards.

February In February The Glendorgal Hotel at January 2013: 2013 Preparation for Easter Newquay will be the setting for our Bond coffee morning, making cards and craft inspired night of glitz and glam! items.

There will be fun casino tables, dinner and February 2013: 2013 Valentine disco 4 -11 year entertainment and of course the chance to olds, Preparation for Easter coffee morning, dress up to the nines. Details to be making cards and craft items. confirmed.

March 2013: 2013 Outing to Paradise Park Preparation for Easter coffee morning, Well, Well - It seems your weight is making cards and craft items. perfect. You just happen to be eleven April 2013: 2013 Easter coffee morning with feet too short cakes and goodies May 2013: Summer BBQ and Car boot sale In next months Lifeboat magazine: Members pages & Magazine Bingo Youth Group page MS News Megan’s page Branch events Read-A-Thon news

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South Cornwall Branch Information

Branch contact details: Llawnroc, Mount Carbis Road, Redruth, Cornwall, TR15 2LD Tel: 01872 274911 www.mssociety.org.uk/southcornwall Satellite events 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month: Trelowarren Arms, Budock Water, Falmouth, between 11.00am and 2.00pm approx. Coffee and/or lunch.

Open to all.

Last Tuesday of each month: Helston & Lizard Group meeting: Wheal Dream Restaurant, Helston from 11.00am to approx 2.00pm.

Lunch at discounted rate.

Every Thursday: Yoga at the Well Being Centre, Nance Lane, Churchtown, Illogan. 11.00am to 12.15pm. with Carolyn Smith by appointment only.

Every third Thursday Carers meeting at Mike George’s Useful contacts: MS National Centre: 02084 380 700 MS Helpline: 0808 800 8000 Care Direct: 0800 444 000 NHS Direct: 0845 4647 Editors Contact details: details To send in articles or comments.

Malcolm Glister Whispering Winds, Crellow Hill, Stithians, Nr Truro, Cornwall, TR3 7AQ

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