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Motor Neurone Disease Association launch new information service
01 May 2007
The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association announces today the launch of its new information and advice service, MND Connect.MND Connect is more than just a helpline. MND Connect offers people access to a quick route to get advice, practical and emotional support and directing to other services and agencies. The service is for people living with MND, carers, family members, Health and Social Care Professionals and Association staff and volunteers who directly support people with MND.
Hearing a diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease is always distressing. Living with it can be even harder. It can throw up questions such as, what benefits am I entitled to? How do I keep my symptoms under control? What services and support is available? MND Connect can answer all these questions. It is made up of a team of experienced staff and volunteers who work closely with our local and regional services.
The service receives over 1,000 calls a month on wide variety of enquiries, and many people will be in touch on more than one occasion, seeking continued support or information as their journey evolves. For many, it becomes a regular point of contact and reassurance.
The service is available Monday – Friday from 9.00am to 5pm and 7pm to 10.30pm. To contact MND Connect call 08457 626262 or email mndconnect@mndassociation.org
