The Meningitis Trust, the UK's longest established meningitis charity, provides support to anyone who is struggling to cope with the impact of the disease through its range of specialist support services. These include professional counselling, one-to-one contacts, financial grants and a freephone 24-hour nurse-led helpline. The Trust relies entirely on voluntary donations to continue its vital work; raising awareness of meningitis and providing ongoing support to families and individuals who have been traumatised by the disease. It is often not just the person who has had meningitis who needs help; families, friends, colleagues and even whole communities can be affected and may need emotional support, while families caring for a child with disabilities are often fearful of what the future holds.
There are many ways you can help, depending on your interests, available time and your personal goals. Whether it is taking on the challenge of running a marathon or holding a Coffee Break, organising your own fundraising activity or joining in with an event organised by the Trust, giving a regular donation or a one off donation, it all makes a difference. Or perhaps, you would rather volunteer some of your time.
You will find lots of information on our website about how you can help to make a difference at www.meningitis-trust.org. Alternatively, if you would like to talk to someone, please give us a call on 01453 768000.
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