15 October 2025 Working with MND

Meet Lorraine...

Lorraine, a service manager in South London, was diagnosed with MND in May 2024. Here, she discusses sharing the news with her children, her determination in the face of MND and the support she receives from her employer and family. She shares the significance of her faith and emphasises the importance of staying positive, living life fully and planning for end-of-life care. 

Lorraine was interviewed about her life in January 2025.

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Lorraine also appeared on MND Matters, the Association's podcast, alongside guests Jonathan Phang, MND Association Ambassador and celebrity cook and Emma Wood, a clinical lead dietitian. In this episode host Domonique speaks to Lorraine, Johnatahan and Emma about eating and drinking with MND.

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