Welcome to the Bristol and Bath Group

The Bristol and Bath Group aim to support local people affected by motor neurone disease.

Each month there are support meetings where people with MND, their carers, friends and family can get together.  The meetings are informal and are good place to share advice and experience.

We also help by providing financial assistance for equipment, care and quality of life interventions for people with MND and their families.

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Support meetings

You can join any of the below meetings by emailing Alex Millard or call 07957 440 291 to be added to the invitation list.

The meetings unless specified always will follow the below:

  • First Wednesday Of The Month - Tickenham Village Hall Support Group
  • Third Tuesday Of The Month - Online Carer Support Meeting
  • Third Thursday Of The Month - Salford Hall Support Group 

October Group support meetings:

Wednesday 2nd October @14:00 - Tickenham Village Hall, 205 Clevedon Road, Tickenham (BS21 6RX)
Support Group for people living with MND, their Carers, and Family members. An opportunity to share thoughts, ideas, and experiences and meet people in a similar situation.

Thursday 17th October @14:00 - Saltford Hall, Wedmore Road, Salford (BS31 3BY)
Support Group for people living with MND, their Carers, and Family members. An opportunity to share thoughts, ideas, and experiences and meet people in a similar situation.

Next Carer support meetings:

Tuesday 15th October @19:00 - Online
A Zoom Support Group for Carers/relatives of people living with MND. A 'Cuppa and Chat' session gives an opportunity to share experiences, ask questions, and support each other. Hosted on Zoom and open to anyone living in Bristol, Bath North Somerset, South Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire, and Wiltshire.

Next Bereavement Walk:

Thursday 10th October 

Please contact Alex Millard 07957 440291 for further information.

Newly Diagnosed Support Group:

Have you been diagnosed within the last 12 months? Area Support Coordinators, Andy Graham and Marianne Grant are running a peer-to-peer focus group online. This is a chance to ask questions, share experiences and receive support.
 
The dates for this year are: 14th October, 2024 and 11th November, 2024. 
 
 

Upcoming Events + Group News

Helen Marshall's Fundraiser for MND

Helen is raising money for MNDA by running the Brighton Marathon in April 2025, you can donate to her just giving page here 

You can also follow her instagram account to follow her progress here

Good luck Helen!

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Donate to the Group

Just Giving

You can donate directly to the Bristol and Bath group using our JustGiving page. It is a safe and efficient way to pass on donations towards helping people in the Bristol and Bath area.

Donate now

Cheques

  • Payable To - MNDA - Bristol and Bath 
  • Sent To Name - Clare Passarelli
  • Sent to Address - 23 Irons Way, West Wick, Weston-super-mare, BS24 7FG

Bank Transfer

  • Bank - Lloyds Bank PLC
  • Account Name - MNDA - Bristol & Bath
  • Account Number - 00091803
  • Sort Code - 30-96-09

Text

Text 'MNDBBNS’ to the number 70085 to donate £5 directly to the group.


Financial Support Grants

Do you need help with financial support? The Bristol and Bath Group can help provide funding equipment and services for people living with MND as well as funding for children and young people living with someone with MND, and non-paid carers supporting someone living with MND.
More info


Join Our Team!

Are you passionate about making a difference? We're on the hunt for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team and help us create a positive impact for people living with and affected by MND locally.

Why Volunteer with Us?

  • Connect with People - Meet new friends and like-minded individuals who share your passion for giving back.
  • Make a Real Difference - Your time and effort will directly help us support people in our community.
  • Have Fun While Helping - Our volunteer opportunities are enjoyable and rewarding. Whether it's organising events, helping out with national projects, or spreading the word, there's something for everyone!

What We Offer:

  •  Flexibility - Choose volunteer activities that fit your schedule and interests. We appreciate any amount of time you can give.
  •  Skill Building - Gain valuable experience and develop new skills that can benefit you both personally and professionally.
  •  Recognition and Rewards - We love to celebrate our volunteers!

Ready to get started? Joining our volunteer team is easy and rewarding. Simply sign up, and we'll match you with opportunities that align with your interests and availability.

Sign Up Now and help us make a difference

Let's work together to create a world free from MND


If you would like to have a chat about volunteering with us please contact Ellen Murdock – [email protected] or alternatively contact the volunteering team by email [email protected] or take a look at our vacancies