4th August 2008
Letter from our Chairperson;
Dear branch members,
In an effort to improve treatment for relapses I would like to hear from you. If in the last two years you have received steroids or have been refused or told to wait to see your consultant. Especially if your consultant has then given you a treatment for relapse.
This information will be used to try and persuade the NHS to adopt a rapid response model for treating relapses, which is used in several parts of the world.
Please contact Darrin Pope co chair Borders Branch at rygel@tiscali.co.uk
Also a reminder to all M.S Society members to send in your voting proxy forms for the U.K AGM it is very important you cast your votes. There is a self-addressed pre posted envelope that came with so there is no excuse for you not to vote.
Thank you, Darrin Pope Co Chairperson Borders Branch M.S SocietyDO YOU NEED FINANCIAL HELP?
If you are affected by MS, either as a person with MS or as a carer, and you require financial assistance with holidays or equipment there are grants available from Borders Branch and MS Society Scotland. You do not have to be a member to apply for a grant.
You may need assistance with items that cost £200 or under and the grant form for this amount is very simple and requires only
minimal information. If you require financial assistance that is in excess of £200 you will be required to fill in a more extensive form. Although this form is unfortunately more complicated because of Charity Law there is help available from the Branch to complete these forms.
If the Branch is unable to meet the full cost of your requirements you will be able to apply on the same form for a further grant from MS Society Scotland National Office. Forms are available from Judy Eglington and if you need advice or help to fill in these forms you can contact her by phone 01573 420576 or e-mail.
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