NG8 July/August 2021
Local business directory and community magazines.
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Irish Community Cancer Group - self help group for<br />
people affected by cancer in the Irish community. Meet<br />
the last Wed of the month 10.30am - 12.30pm at Self Help<br />
Nottingham, NG1 2EG. For more info call 0115 911 1661<br />
Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help<br />
support group for those who have experienced the suicide of<br />
a family member or someone close. For more info call 0115<br />
911 1661 (Mon - Fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk<br />
My Sight Notts - provides support & advice for people<br />
with sight loss including aids & equipment, IT support,<br />
sighted guides & befriending, peer support & social groups,<br />
arts & choir, sports & healthy lifestyle activities. For more<br />
info call 0115 9706 806 or email: info@mysightnotts.org.uk.<br />
Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge<br />
to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For<br />
a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit<br />
people in their homes offering companionship and support<br />
tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304<br />
8730 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.<br />
mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more information.<br />
MS Society - Nottingham and District Branch Drop-in<br />
meeting, 2nd Wed monthly at Brookfields Garden Centre,<br />
Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. Meet at rear of cafe.<br />
An informal event with a friendly group of people affected by<br />
MS including carers and family. No charge, no need to book.<br />
Just turn up or contact Doug for more info: 0115 966 3582<br />
ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/fibromyalgia -<br />
MESH (M.E.Self Help) is Nottingham’s self help group for<br />
people with ME/CFS and/or fibromyalgia and their carers.<br />
For more info search for MESH Nottingham (M.E/CFS/<br />
Fibromyalgia) on Facebook or email: meshnottingham@<br />
gmail.com<br />
Nottingham Miscarriage Support - for anyone<br />
effected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy. Meet with<br />
other women & men who have shared similar experiences.<br />
Meet 3rd Thurs monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist<br />
Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 /<br />
07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@hotmail.com<br />
Nottinghamshire Deaf Society - hard of hearing/deaf<br />
social group every Mon: 10am - 1pm. Lip-reading classes<br />
on Tues (daytime & evening). Welfare rights advice for deaf/<br />
hard of hearing. For further details phone 0115 970 0516,<br />
text 07817 275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk<br />
Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit<br />
service providing high quality affordable counselling<br />
for anyone aged 16 & over in the Nottinghamshire area.<br />
Accredited services include individual, couples & employer<br />
assistance counselling. To find out more call 0115 950<br />
1743 or email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk.<br />
Located at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open<br />
9am-8pm weekdays. Minimal waiting times.<br />
Nottingham Osteoporosis Support Group - Royal<br />
Osteoporosis Society. Our volunteer group works closely<br />
with clinical teams, meets monthly & runs a support line. We<br />
also provide annual medical updates, weekly tea dances,<br />
clinical support, awareness raising & newly diagnosed<br />
events. For more info or support call 07942 678692.<br />
Nottingham Aphasia Independent Self Help<br />
Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For<br />
more info contact June or Chris on 0115 927 9368<br />
Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if<br />
you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk<br />
to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our<br />
group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between<br />
7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thurs every other month. Partners<br />
always welcome. For further details please contact Self Help<br />
UK on 0115 911 1661<br />
New Beginnings Art Group - community group for<br />
people unable to work due to long term health issues. No<br />
previous painting experience necessary. Meet Wed: 13.30 -<br />
15.30 at The Oasis Centre, Union St, Beeston, NG9 2LU. £20<br />
per half term. For more info call Caroline - 0115 925 1300 or<br />
visit: www.newbeginningsart.co.uk<br />
Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group<br />
- support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease.<br />
Our aims are to enjoy life & have fun. Monthly meeting<br />
with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm, 2nd Sat at Southwell. Email:<br />
overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call Sandra & Michael on<br />
01636 812399<br />
Parkinson’s UK Nottingham Group - monthly support<br />
group, meet 3rd Wednesday monthly (except Jan & June)<br />
at St Judes Church Hall (405 Woodborough Rd, NG3 5HE).<br />
Friendly, informal group for anyone affected by Parkinson’s.<br />
Come along for a chat, make friends, enjoy a regular<br />
programme of events inc. exercise classes, speakers,<br />
outings and lunches. We hope to offer something for<br />
everyone! To find out more email: parkinsonsnottingham@<br />
hotmail.co.uk or call 0808 108 8335<br />
To advertise call 0115 926 9777 or email: sarah@ngmagazines.org.uk 63
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