Bristol and Bath Group

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 meetings below by emailing Alex Millard or calling 07957 440 291 to be added to the invitation list.

Next Group support meetings:

Wednesday 2nd July @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 July @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 July @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 Walks:

Meeting place: Car Park at 37 Long Beach Road, Longwell Green, Bristol BS30 9UA

Thursday July 3rd @10:00

If you are Newly Diagnosed or have been diagnosed for a while but would prefer to meet others online, please make contact.

Please contact Shiela Watter [email protected] 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.

If you are Newly Diagnosed or have been diagnosed for a while but would prefer to meet others online, please make contact.

Upcoming Events + Group News

The Adventures of the Under Tree Folk - Anita Newton

After Anita's husband Craig passed away from MND in 2022, just 2 years after diagnosis, it has been a challenging time without him. Inspired by the stories that Craig used to tell her, she has wrote her own story after turning to writing as a form of self therapy.

The Adventures of the Under Tree Folk follows the lives of tiny, magical people who live beneath the roots of a grand oak tree in the heart of a forest and their adventures.

Anita is donating half of all proceeds from the book to the Motor Neurone Disease Association. She welcomes any opportunity to help spread awareness and raise funds in Craig’s memory.

The book can be purchased from here.

Donate to the Group

For fundraising enquiries please email [email protected]

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.

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Cheques

• Payable To - MNDA - Bristol and Bath
• Please email [email protected] to ask for the address to send cheques for the Bristol and Bath group.

Bank Transfer

• For data protection reasons, we do not store bank details on our website.
• Please email [email protected] to ask for our bank details.

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 Freya Calwell – [email protected] or alternatively contact the volunteering team by email [email protected] or take a look at our vacancies