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We are really delighted to present this delicious range of Hotel Chocolat selection for our next draw. This fantastic draw includes. The Hotel Chocolat Grand Advent Calendar full of the best that Hotel Chocolat offers – nearly 1 kilo in weight! Hotel Chocolat Milk Chocolate Advent Calendar Hotel Chocolat Everything pocket selection of desserts Santa lolly Large Hotel Chocolat Tote bag. Worth £100! Please note that this draw is for over 18s only as the Grand Advent Calendar contains alcohol. No matter how old you are, there’s something inherently exciting about an advent calendar. The anticipation of opening up a window each day, revealing a bitesize piece of festive joy. If you’re after something extra special this year, then look no further than The Grand Advent Calendar. Brimming with decadent chocolate slabs, batons and truffles, you’ll discover a new indulgent treat each day in the run-up to Christmas. But it doesn’t stop there. Not only does this advent calendar contain twin packs of truffles, festive chocolate slabs and Selector packs. You’ll also find an array of tipples, beauty lip balm, and maybe even a sachet of insatiably creamy hot chocolate. After all, variety is the spice of life. The Grand Advent Calendar makes a beautiful gift for a partner or lucky friend, so why not spread the Christmas cheer? Tickets for this draw are £1 each and can be purchased from our online shop or from Reception at The Brightwell. The draw will take place electronically on Friday 24 November 2023. We would like to thank Nicky and Lee at Blackfriars Auto Services for sponsoring this draw. You can buy tickets via our online shop https://www.thebrightwell.org.uk/product-page/hotel-chocolat-christmas-advent-decadent-chocolate-draw or from r4eception at The Brightwell.

We are delighted to announce that The Brightwell now offers Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) assessments and advice. Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is a treatment that applies small electrical charges to a muscle that has become paralysed or weakened, due to damage in your brain or spinal cord. The electrical charge stimulates the muscle to make its usual movement. In MS and other neurological conditions, it is mostly used as a treatment for foot drop, where disruptions in the nerve pathways between the legs and brain mean the front of your foot cannot be lifted to the correct angle when walking. How does FES work? A FES device consists of a control box, about the size of a pack of cards, with a battery and electrodes. For foot drop, the device is usually worn in a cuff below the knee. This is where the electrodes can stimulate the nerve that goes to the muscle that would normally lift the front of your foot. At the right moment in your gait, when your foot is about to lift up to be swung forwards, the FES device stimulates the nerve and lifts the foot. The stimulation stops when the foot hits the ground again.​ It may take some time to adjust the timing specifically for you and your gait. Some FES devices have a sensor that is worn in the heel area, to help with the timing, but in modern devices that is optional. This means that the FES device can be worn with bare feet or sandals. What are the benefits of FES? Research and experience has shown that treatment with FES produces a more normal walking pattern, enabling people to walk faster, further and with less effort. It can also help build confidence in walking and increase independence as well as reducing the risk of trips and falls. As well as being a treatment for foot drop FES can also be used in rehabilitation, complementing physiotherapy techniques, often to assist with movements in muscles that have become weak. This allows you to build up strength and range of movement. This may also help with reducing spasticity and sometimes in reducing swelling, depending on the cause. Who can use FES? If you have difficulty with walking due to foot drop, you may benefit from FES. However, as FES stimulates the existing nerves in the legs, it is important that your nerve fibres between the spinal cord and the muscles are not damaged. To be suitable for the treatment, you need to be able to walk, even if only for a few metres with a stick or other walking aid. Typically, you will have an initial assessment that lasts for about an hour to see if you are suitable for treatment and if you respond to the FES stimulation. If you do respond, then you can start the treatment process. One of our physiotherapists will set up the device with you and teach you how to use it. At first you may find it difficult and time consuming to put the device on and position the pads correctly, but this becomes easier with practice. Once one of our trained physiotherapists and you have agreed that a FES device is beneficial and suitable, we will give you a clinical referral to a recommended supplier. That supplier, will discuss cost and options with you, as well as delivery timescales. Follow up sessions at The Brightwell will be necessary to adjust the electrode position and the strength of the electrical stimulation. This can change as your muscles strengthen and your nerves get used to the level of stimulation. How do I get an appointment at The Brightwell FES Clinic? If you are an existing member and/or come to The Brightwell for therapy, your physiotherapist will be able to recommend your suitability to be booked into an assessment session. We would like to thank Woodstock Homes for their ongoing support and for funding to set up The Brightwell FES Clinic. Please visit the FES Clinicpage of our website for full details and assessment information www.thebrightwell.org.uk/therapies/fes-clinic

The resurgence of shingles in recent years has raised concerns within the medical community and prompted action to protect vulnerable populations through the National Shingles Programme. In this blog we highlight the reasons behind the shingles surge, the science behind the vaccines and the importance of informed voluntary choices. We would like to emphasise that the choice for individuals to participate in the programme is a personal one. The NHS offers a vaccine that reduces your risk of developing shingles. This guide describes the national shingles programme, the benefits of the vaccine and who is eligible. There are two shingles vaccines, Zostavax® and Shingrix®. Your GP practice or local pharmacy will advise which is the right vaccine for you. Unlike most other infections, you don’t catch shingles from someone else. Most of us had chickenpox when we were young, although some of us will not be aware that we’ve had it. After you have chickenpox, the virus remains dormant living in the nerves. For most of your life, you will not be aware of this, but from time to time the virus can come back and spread to the skin causing a disease called shingles. Shingles can be very painful and tends to affect people more commonly as they get older. This can be because your immune system is weakened by increasing age, by stress or by a range of medical conditions and treatments. For some, the pain caused by shingles can last for many years. Shingles can really affect your life, stopping you from doing all the things you usually enjoy. About shingles Cause and symptoms of shingles Shingles (also known as herpes zoster) is caused by the dormant chickenpox virus spreading to an area of skin served by one of the nerves. It results in clusters of extremely painful and itchy, fluid-filled blisters. These blisters can burst and turn into sores that eventually crust over and heal. These blisters usually affect an area on one side of the body, most commonly the chest, but sometimes also the head, face and eye. How long shingles lasts and how serious it can be? The first signs of shingles can be feeling generally unwell with a tingling or burning feeling in an area of skin on one side of the body. A painful rash with fluid-filled blisters usually appears a few days after the initial symptoms. Shingles on the body can cause severe pain. If shingles develops in the eye and eyelid, it can lead to decreased vision or even permanent blindness in that eye. Incidence of shingles About 1 in 5 people who have had chickenpox will develop shingles. This means that every year in England and Wales, tens of thousands of people will have shingles. Although shingles can occur at any age, the risk, severity and the complications of shingles all increase with age. Post-herpetic neuralgia Each year, about 14,000 people go on to develop post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) after shingles and over 1,400 are admitted to hospital because of PHN. Most people recover fully after a few weeks, but for some, the pain goes on for several months or even years. PHN is a particularly unpleasant condition with severe burning, throbbing or stabbing nerve pain. The older you are, the more likely you are to have long-lasting pain. The shingles vaccine reduces the risk of getting shingles and PHN. How shingles spreads Shingles does not spread as easily as chickenpox, but the fluid in the blisters does contain the chickenpox virus. So, someone who is not immune to chickenpox can catch the infection if they are in contact with this fluid. If you have a shingles rash you should cover the rash with loose clothing to reduce the risk of spreading chickenpox. Pregnant women who have not had chickenpox, people with a weakened immune system and newborn babies should avoid direct contact with the rash. Who will get the shingles vaccine? From 1 September 2023, the vaccine programme is being offered to the following: Healthy people aged 70 to 79 years who have not yet been vaccinated. People aged 50 years and over with a severely weakened immune system. Healthy people aged 60 to 70 years will become eligible for the vaccine over the next 5 years, when they turn 65 or 70 years. You will remain eligible for the shingles vaccine until your 80th birthday, unless you have a weakened immune system; people with a severely weakened immune system remain eligible for vaccine. The sooner you have the vaccine, the earlier you will be protected. Younger people and the vaccine Younger people will be offered the vaccine when they reach the eligible age. Shingles can occur at any age, but the risk, severity and complications increase with age. Those with severely weakened immune systems are at higher risk and that is why the vaccine is recommended at an earlier age. If you have a shingles vaccine, you will be given a record card with your name and the date of the next appointment if you need a second dose. Please keep it in a safe place. Side effects Side effects from both Zostavax and Shingrix vaccines are usually quite mild and don’t last very long. The most common side effects (occurring in at least one in every ten people) are: pain and redness at the injection site ·general muscle aches ·headache You may feel tired and have a fever after Shingrix vaccine. You can rest and take the normal dose of paracetamol (follow the advice in the packaging) to help make you feel better. Do not use machines or drive if you are feeling unwell. You should feel better after a few days but if your symptoms persist for longer, you should discuss these with your GP or practice nurse. Zostavax can rarely cause serious side effects in people with very weakened immunity – these people should have the Shingrix vaccine instead. Vaccine safety Like all licensed vaccines, the shingles vaccines have been thoroughly tested and meet strict UK safety and licensing requirements. Both vaccines have been used extensively in Europe and North America for the last few years. How and when the vaccine is given Like most vaccinations, the vaccine will be given as an injection in your upper arm. As there are two different vaccines available, you will be offered the vaccine that is right for you. Shingrix is a non-live vaccine, and you will need two doses to give you the best longer-lasting protection. For most people the second dose of Shingrix will be offered from about six months after the first dose. If you have a severely weakened immune system your second dose of Shingrix should be given earlier, but at least eight weeks after dose one. Your GP practice will let you know when to book for the second dose. Zostavax is a live vaccine and only a single dose is required to give you good protection. Choosing which shingles vaccine to have Your GP or practice nurse will offer you the vaccine that is recommended for you. You become eligible for shingles vaccine on the NHS programme depending on your age and your current medical history. Further information If you would like more information before or after you have the vaccination, speak to your GP or practice nurse or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/shingles-vaccination-for-adults-aged-70-or-79-years-of-age-a5-leaflet/vaccination-against-shingles-guide-from-september-2023

We hope you enjoy the September edition of our newsletter. To see this version in full as wwell as previous editions, please visit the newsletter page of pur website. www.thebrightwell.org.uk/about-us/brightwell-newsletters

Fri, 20 Oct | The Brightwell From Music Hall to Beanstalk Tim & Sheila Furneaux bring to life a light hearted musical extravaganza of Jack & the Beanstalk at The Brightwell. Expect 1 hour of music, song, a spoken word and some audience participation along with a note of nostalgia. When and where 20 Oct, 18:30 – 21:00 The Brightwell , The Brightwell Centre Bradbury House, Wheatfield Dr, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS32 9DB, UK Bring along your favourite snacks and tipple and enjoy 1 hour of music, song, a spoken word and some audience participation along with a note of nostalgia taking you back to the times of Flanders & Swann. Through buying a ticket to our events you are helping to provide subsidised therapy to anyone affected by a neurological condition, thank you for your support.

Overview You could get a grant from your council if you’re disabled and need to make changes to your home. For example if you: are physically disabled·have a learning disability have age-related needs are autistic have a cognitive impairment, like dementia have a progressive condition, like motor neurone disease have a terminal illnes·have a mental health condition You might need to: widen doors and install ramps or grab rails improve access to rooms and facilities, for example with a stairlift, or level access shower improve access to your garden build an extension, for example a downstairs bedroom provide a heating system suitable for your needs adapt heating or lighting controls to make them easier to use A Disabled Facilities Grant won’t affect any benefits you get. What you'll get How much you get usually depends on your: household income household savings over £6,000 Disabled children under 18 can get a grant without their parents’ income being taken into account. Contact your local council for more information. Landlords can get a grant without their income and savings being taken into account. The council may ask for the property to be let to another disabled person if the current tenant moves within 5 years. How much you can apply for England Up to £30,000 Wales Up to £36,000 Northern Ireland Up to £25,000 Some councils may give more. Depending on your income, you may need to pay towards the cost of the work to the property. You can apply for another grant for the same property if you need to. For example, if your condition changes. You might not get any grant if you start work on your property before the council approves your application. How you’ll be paid You’ll be paid either: in instalments, as the work progresses in full, when the work is finished The council may pay the contractor directly or give you a cheque to pass on to them. They’ll agree this with you when they approve your application. When you’ll be paid You’ll be paid either: when you and the council are happy with the finished work when you give the council the invoice, demand or receipt for payment from the contractor Normally, if you (or a relative) do the work the council will only accept invoices for materials or services you’ve bought. For further information Government website www.gov.uk/disabled-facilities-grants Local Authority Grants search “Disabled Facilities Grants” on your local authority’s website. Your local authority will be whichever Council you pay your Council Tax to.

My name is Victoria Hocquard, I am the Fundraising Manager (Grants and Trusts), here at The Brightwell, specialising in grants and trusts. I consider myself to be extremely fortunate to work with such a positive, enthusiastic and hardworking team. I discovered the Brightwell completely by accident when I was introduced to Doro through another charity. I immediately felt at home at the Centre and was inspired and impressed by what was offered. I applied for the position and was over the moon to join the Brightwell in 2018, initially for two days a week focusing on writing off to Grant Making Trusts and Foundations asking for donations towards projects or our running costs. I do not come from a fundraising background, although in many of my previous formal or voluntary roles I have raised significant amounts. I have had a varied career history, including bank clerk, a buyer for a chain of giftware stores, where I absolutely loved attending gift fairs and picking out product ranges for the stores. I have also been a teaching assistant in a residential special school, specialising in children with many different barriers to learning and diagnoses. As an avid reader and book lover, I was frustrated that so many of the children came to the school not being able to read, and through no fault of their own did not have access to books, or storytelling. With class sizes and such differing levels of literacy the teachers found it hard to find the time to read individually with the pupils. So, I set up a library from scratch. I also then ended up as the librarian! I have also been a young person's counsellor and a mentor and coach, and have enjoyed writing newsletters, press copy and marketing materials for businesses and organisations. My husband's job meant that we were lucky enough to spend some time living in America. This was a fantastic experience and a real revelation, especially when it came to healthcare costs. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2004, and it was a real shock to see how quickly you could accumulate sizable medical bills. My experience has been that Doctors and Consultants on both sides of the pond are dismissive and unempathetic about Fibromyalgia symptoms. This was one of the reasons I was drawn to The Brightwell. Everyone was so caring and kind. Most people have never heard of Fibromyalgia, and so to find a place that was knowledgeable and compassionate and where there were other people like me honestly felt like coming home. I have always had a passion for writing and have been a member of whichever writing group is local to me. The Californian writer's group was quite the experience! The Brightwell allows me to pursue my love of the written word, whilst being a part of the most amazing community of people. I am proud of the money that my team and I have raised and am determined to keep pushing to enable The Brightwell to continue strongly well into the future. I now live in Devizes Wiltshire, with my Husband and our two cocker spaniels. My son recently graduated with a law degree and so is temporarily back at home with the annoying old folks, whilst he earns some money for his next steps. Please come and say hello if you see me at The Brightwell, I am usually in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Best Wishes Victoria

When and where 18 Nov, 10:30 – 12:15 Bradley Stoke, The West of England MS Therapy Centre Bradbury House, Wheatfield Dr, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS32 9DB, UK About Calling all Frozen fans ... Magical Moon Entertainment presents a 1.5 hour themed dance party & show for your children to enjoy. Meet and greet Anna and Elsa including photos Door open 10.30am Show starts 10:45 Show finished 12:15 Children will be sat on the floor so please feel free to bring a cushion to two! There are limited tickets due to space in the Centre and to ensure as many children can enjoy the show as possible we are asking that just 1 adult accompanies your party if possible. Refreshments available to purhase on the day. This fundraiser is kindly sponsored by Capri Gems Cleaning Services, your fantastic local cleaning service, which means that every penny raised through this fundraising event will go towards providing life-changing therapy. Our therapies enable our members to minimise symptoms of their chronic conditions & live a fulfilled, independent life for as long as possible. Tickets are non-refundable. Limited Parking is available on site or on-street parking just outside the grounds. Click here for more inoration and to buy tickets.

About the Event The event is not your average half marathon! From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city's quirky and hidden secrets, runner get to explore the capital on a route like no other! We were thrilled to share our brand-new route for LLHM 2023. ​ Each year we run a cheer station so you can rest assured we will be there to give you that all important encouragement (and jelly babies) at the 11th mile! ​ The event started on the iconic Pall Mall, before runners took in the sights and sounds of London’s awe-inspiring landmarks, eventually finishing outside Downing Street. ​ If you'd like to know more click here: About The London Landmark Half Marathon | LLHM The Route Run the iconic London Landmarks route across central London. Fundraising When fundraising for The Brightwell we are with you every step of the way. We will send you a fundraising pack and your very own Brightwell vest ready for those all important training pictures for your socials! As a local, independent charity we are so grateful to those who fundraise for us and are always available to give you the support you need to help you reach & exceed your target! ​ Sign up fee £30 Fundraising target: £500 ​ Our team of 5 runners last year raised over £3,500 to ensure our doors are kept firmly open to provide subsidised therapy for life for anyone affected by a neurological condition. ​ Limited spaces available We have managed to secure 5 charity places for this incredible event. If you're up for the challenge click the button below and pop us an email to register your interest in running this event for us, we will then respond with the next steps. ​Please click here to visit our dedicated webpage and to see some great photos from our supporters in the 2023 LLHM,

Many people living with MS can find they experience problems with both extremes of temperature. This can be hard to explain to people around you, as different symptoms may be affected by heat and cold. You may find you need to monitor the temperature and situation around you and take steps to keep yourself at a comfortable temperature. What causes temperature sensitivity in MS? Temperature sensitivity could be caused a number of ways. Extremes of heat and cold may affect the speed at which nerve impulses can travel along your nerves, particularly where there has been demyelination or nerve damage. Alternatively, MS may have caused a lesion in the part of the brain that controls or responds to body temperature. Your brain may not trigger sweating or shivering responses that keep your body at the best temperature for comfort. Although unpleasant, the effects of heat and cold are temporary and do not cause any permanent damage to your nerves. Your symptoms are generally quickly reversed when body temperature returns to normal. If they do not, then discuss it with your doctor or MS team. Heat sensitivity Between 60% and 80% of people with MS find that heat can cause their symptoms to worsen. This might involve a build up of fatigue, blurred vision, loss of balance or a worsening of cognitive symptoms such as concentration or memory. The effect of temperature changes on your visual symptoms is known as Uhthoff's phenomenon. Summer weather, excessive central heating, vigorous exercise or having a fever can all raise your core body temperature. You might also find environments with lots of people crowded together uncomfortable. If you have MS, just a small rise in core body temperature can make a difference to how you might feel. Being heat sensitive may affect the activities you choose to do. If you are sensitive to heat, you could opt for strength or resistance exercise rather than endurance exercise, as this tends not to raise your core temperature so much. Dealing with the heat ·Have regular cold drinks or suck an ice cube or frozen pineapple chunks. ·Spray your face and wrists with a plant mister filled with iced tap water ·There are also commercially available sprays available from high street pharmacists that will stay cool throughout the day. ·Some people find eating makes them warmer, and so it may be an idea to choose salads and sip iced water while eating. A cooling dessert can help. When you take a bath or shower, start with tepid water and reduce the heat gradually. A floor or desk fan can help to keep the temperature down and the air flowing in a room. A hand held fan can be useful when moving around. Useful equipment to keep cool There are many different options for cooling equipment. Wearable options include hats, scarves, ties and wrist bands that can be worn during day to day activities and are relatively inexpensive. These contain a gel or other substance that can be pre-cooled before wearing, usually by soaking in water. Depending on the product, the cooling effect can last from a few hours to several days. More expensive options may involve active cooling technology that requires a battery. Cool vests incorporate cooling packs fitted into the lining of a waistcoat-like garment, keeping the torso cool. Many of these are designed for athletes and are styled to be comfortable when active. If you get hot at night, a cooling pillow may help, and there are plenty of options available. You can find regular pillows designed and made with cooler materials, but also pillows with cooling gel pads attached, or gel pads that you can put on top of your existing pillow. Memory foam can be heat-retentive and uncomfortable in hot conditions, so you may wish to save that for winter, or select a reversible option with a cool side and a warm side. Some people find equipment to cool rooms a great help during hot periods of the year, though there are a few points to think about before making a purchase. Air conditioners use a refrigerant to lower room temperature. Permanent devices can be expensive, but there are cheaper, portable models available that can be set up where needed. Although very effective, air conditioners can be noisy, take up space and use a lot of electricity. As the process creates hot air, the device needs to be set up near a window so that this can be expelled. Air coolers work by drawing air through water. Whilst these are much quieter than air conditioners and are also much cheaper to run, the cooling effect is less, particularly in humid conditions. To get the best from an air cooler it is worth investing in a more expensive model. Cold sensitivity Cold sensitivity is less common with MS than heat sensitivity, and it tends to affect different symptoms. The symptoms most likely to be affected are nerve pain, mobility and spasms. Depression and fatigue may also be triggered by the cold, particularly if it coincides with poor weather and less sunlight. Having increased spasticity or stiffness due to low temperatures can make walking in icy conditions harder. If you have this sensitivity, you may find cold weather, cold draughts or having a fever affects you considerably. You may even find that driving with the window open triggers your symptoms. The Brightwell The Brightwell is fully air-conditioned, and we have plenty of shaded outdoor space. All members are most welcome to spend time with us to keep comfortable. MS Society Guide Bhumika Vaghela, one of our Physiotherapists has suggested reading this guide, regarding temperature issues from the MS Society. Please click here to view or download. Further information You may also find the following links helpful www.verywellhealth.com/heat-intolerance-and-ms-2440799 https://mstrust.org.uk/news/expert/ask-expert-heat-sensitivity https://www.mssociety.org.uk/research/latest-research/latest-research-news-and-blogs/handling-the-heat-latest-research

We are very pleased to announce that we have a new Clinical Nurse Specialist, called Cath Dixon from Hollister, carrying out appointments here at the Centre. Up to 70% of people with MS will be affected by either bladder or bowel problems at some point, discussing any issues, however small, can really help. Common problems include increased urgency/frequency, retention, constipation, leakage or diarrhoea Many other neurological conditions will also face similar problems with bladder and bowel health. Our Clinical Nurse Specialist, Cath Dixon, has many years’ experience and a wealth of knowledge concerning neurogenic bladder symptoms. Cath would be very pleased to answer any of your bladder and bowel questions or address any concerns you may have around this area. This clinic is freely available for all current members of The Brightwell. Who is Hollister? The roots of Hollister Incorporated date back to 1921, when 23-year-old entrepreneur John Dickinson Schneider founded a small printing company in Chicago, which he named JDS Printer Craftsman. From the very beginning, John Schneider's business philosophy was "only first class is good enough," and the company became known for its quality products, quality service, and quality people. Innovation in Medical Products In the decades that followed, John Schneider's company evolved from the printing industry to the medical products industry — developing quality medical products and services under the name Hollister. Early in the 1960s, an employee who had a family member with an ostomy came to John Schneider with an idea to develop ostomy products. With dynamic innovations and quality products, Hollister Incorporated revolutionized ostomy care and provided much-needed solutions for people who had undergone ostomy surgery. In subsequent years, Hollister continued to expand its range of medical products and services to include Continence Care, Wound Care, and Critical Care. The Schneiders' Legacy John Schneider and his wife, Minnie Schneider, created a strong sense of family within the company. They built Hollister Incorporated on the underlying principles of Dignity of the Person, Integrity, Service, and Stewardship. Today, Hollister Incorporated is still independent and employee owned. With manufacturing and distribution facilities on three continents, Hollister is serving the global community; yet, the spirit of Hollister remains the same as that small printing company that began in Chicago in 1921. Member Review Helen and Mike Murphy had an appointment with Cath when she was with us in August. Here is what they had to say… "As you may already know, MS poses some really difficult and embarrassing effects in the bladder and bowel department! Nurse Cath welcomed us warmly at The Brightwell and immediately made us feel at home in her room, ready to talk about this most intimate and basic human function. She listened to each of the problems being faced and knew exactly what we were going through. Her wealth of knowledge, experience, and simple tips were helpful and easy to understand. We left the appointment feeling very confident and looking forward to being able to cope so much better than before." Next visit Cath’s next visit will be on Thursday 5 October from 10.30am to 330pm. Please call 01454 201686 or email hello@thebrightwell.org.uk to book an appointment. Further information Please click here to visit our Specialist Clinic page on our website for details about other clinics available.

Motability offers grants to disabled people who may need help towards the costs of their transportation needs. Our Access to Mobility Grant Funding Programmes have been created to support our vision: that no disabled person shall be disadvantaged due to poor access to transportation. We currently have the following grant programmes available through Access to Mobility Grant Funding: Driving Lessons Grant Programme Transitional Support Package Additional Transitional Support Grant Programme Access to Work Grant Programme Driving Lesson Grant Programme We can provide grants towards the cost of up to 40 hours’ driving lessons through an approved instructor, to help a disabled person pass their driving test. We can also provide familiarisation lessons to enable you to get used to a new way of driving or a different vehicle. Additional Transitional Support (ATS) Grant Programme Our ATS Grants Programme can support you if, following a disability benefit reassessment, you are no longer eligible for the Motability Scheme and cannot meet the cost of a replacement vehicle or the adaptations you need. Access to Work Scheme We provide support to disabled people who are in work or have the offer of work. Support offered through this programme includes grants towards the cost of equipment required for individuals to gain or retain employment. Transitional Support Grant Programme We can support Scheme customers who have been unsuccessful in their PIP assessment More information To see the full details of this programme please visit www.motability.org.uk/charitable-grants/access-to-mobility-grant-programmes/ Contact Motability, the Charity, on 0800 500 3186 to be considered for funding through one of our grant programmes.