Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society Chesterfield & District Branch

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Email mssocietychesterfield@live.co.uk
Website http://www.mssociety.org/chesterfield
Telephone 0330 030 5200
Helpline 0330 030 5200
Purpose We aim to provide support for all persons with Multiple Sclerosis, their families and carers, living in Chesterfield & North East Derbyshire, and to promote awareness of MS, particularly with health professionals. We provide information on all aspects of disability which will affect people with MS; we work closely with the MS Society, looking at research and treatments.
Services MS Information literature. MS 24hr telephone helpline. MS advice for newly diagnosed and carers, families. Swimming at specialist pool (heated), yoga and palates. Social coffee club meetings. Social outings and shopping. Fundraising events. Seasonal events inc barbeques, Christmas party and dinner. Quarterly newsletter.
What they do
  • Carer support
  • Community transport
  • Counselling/therapy
  • Disability support/access
  • Leisure and recreation
  • Social care
  • Sports and exercise
  • Unemployment
  • Voluntary sector support
  • Volunteering
  • Women
Who they work with
  • People with physical disabilities
  • People with specific illness or health conditions
  • People with visual impairments
Geographical area coverage Amber Valley, Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, NE Derbyshire,Derbyshire, Part(s) of Derbyshire,Clowne, Staveley, Dronfield
Space for Hire No
Opening Times Helpline 24 hr. Swimming weekly on Tuesdays. Coffee Club monthly on Tuesdays. Social outings once a month.
Eligibility Criteria Anyone with MS no age limit. MS carers and families.
Meeting Place Swimming at Ashcroft Centre. Yoga and Coffee Club at Olde House Pub, Loundesley Green, Newbold, Chesterfield.
Service Costs Coffee club - free. Swimming - £4. Yoga - £3. Carers FREE. Social outings - various costs mostly subsidised.

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