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The lives you’ve changed – Margaret’s story
The lives you’ve changed…
Margaret’s story
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Some of you may recall that we shared Margaret’s story a few years ago in our supporter magazine. We’re sharing Margaret’s story again because sadly this amazing woman passed away on 19th May due to an aneurism. Our thoughts go out to her family and friends.
Margaret was born in 1928 and her life was one of adventure and determination. After qualifying as a teacher in 1949, Margaret worked at several schools in the UK, before her spirit of adventure took her to Africa to teach underprivileged children.
It was there in Africa that Margaret’s life changed forever. At the tender age of 30, she was partially paralysed in a road accident on the way to a party.
In typical Margaret style, she didn’t let her disability get the better of her. Once she’d mastered using her wheelchair, Margaret became a keen sportswoman in an archery club and was so talented, she even won the first gold medal for Britain at the Paralympic Games in Rome in 1960.
Margaret won gold for Britain at the Rome Paralympics in 1960
Throughout her working life, Margaret continued to teach Home Economics until her retirement.
Margaret came to Education Support a couple of times after retiring when money was tight. We were pleased to be able to help her, firstly with a lightweight wheelchair, then with an electric one when her arms became too weak, and most recently with a new battery for her wheelchair.
Margaret also supported us - with a regular gift through her pension, which enabled us to help countless other current and retired education staff throughout their careers and beyond.
Margaret Maughan’s story truly encompasses what Education Support is all about – that we are here for education staff throughout their career and into retirement. Her story has touched all of our hearts. Rest in peace Margaret.
Margaret carrying the Olympic torch
