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MY STORY

I was diagnosed in Jan 2000 and may have been suffering for up to 10 years previously that I can think of. I've been through some very tough times, especially from early 2009 through to early 2013 but worked through them eventually, some days are better than others. In my dark days I couldn't leave the house and once downstairs couldn't make it back until bedtime. Everything was a struggle - even getting a shower, getting dressed, I was just exhausted.

Luckily I've made somewhat of a recovery from those really bad days and now am able to get about much more than I could - but still can't really walk too far and then only on the flat, no hills - which in Sheffield is almost impossible. 

Three years ago I was lucky enough to come across a drop-in for the charity - and it's just gone from there. We meet regularly at drop-ins in local cafe's around Sheffield and Chesterfield and hoping to meet further afield with members who live more on the outskirts. 

I'm one of the lucky ones with great support from my family, but many members live alone and are virtually housebound.  They need help with things like shopping, getting out just for some fresh air - and winter is a particularly bad time for most of us.

All support is greatly appreciated.