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This is The Brightwell’s first draw for 2024! This wonderful basket of aromatherapy and beauty product is great as a treat for yourself,  or an excellent Valentine’s Day gift for someone special. This basket of luxury products by Belle & Whistle includes Bath set: With this care and beauty set, treat yourself to a pure moment of delicately scented relaxation This bath set will delight your loved ones. It's the perfect gift for Valentine's Day. Contents of the hamper 3 Shower Gels 420 ml / 200 ml / 100 ml + Soap 120 gr +2 Body Exfoliators 180 ml / 110 ml + Foaming Bath 420 ml + Bath Crystals 300 gr +6 Effervescent Bombs 15 gr each + Body Lotion 200 ml +2 Body Creams 200 ml / 110 ml + Mesh Sponge + Oval Glove + Wood Massager + Face Towel Beauty Gift bath set triple fragrance : Lavender, green and rose tea. Recognized for their many virtues, these plants are particularly effective for tone and regeneration of the skin, thé vert et rose. The products benefit from the assistance of qualified international designers. This product is qualified (BSCI) This international certification responds to an approach which tends to improve the social conditions of workers. The products are not tested on animals This draw will take place on Monday 12 February and we will get it to you on time for Valentine’s Day! You can buy your tickets for £2 each online or from reception. Here is the link https://www.thebrightwell.org.uk/product-page/valentine-s-draw-luxury-aromatherapy-pamper-basket Thank you very much for your support.

It's great to welcome Harry Thacker from the Bristol Bears to The Brightwell this week. Harry has been coming for Oxygen Therapy to support his recovery with a recent concussion. We frequently assist those with a variety of sports injuries. In the past, we have treated players from both amateur and professional football and rugby clubs as well as professional cricketers and ice hockey players. Due to an increased level of fitness in sportspeople, the number of sessions they require in the chamber is reduced. Oxygen therapy is particularly beneficial for speeding up the repair of strains, breaks and soft tissue damage. ​ Click here to complete a form specifically to book sessions for sports-related injuries. We wish Harry well and look forward to seeing him playing again soon!

Jenna Cox is a registered nutritional therapist, passionate about helping individuals navigate their journey to optimal health through transformational diet and lifestyle changes. To her nutritional therapy practice, Jenna brings empathy, insight and a personal understanding of living with a health condition, having been diagnosed with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) in 2016. On a mission to support others, Jenna graduated with distinction as a nutritional therapist from the College of Naturopathic Medicine, and is affiliated with the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners. Nutritional therapy is an evidence-informed, whole-body approach to nutrition and lifestyle which works alongside conventional medicine. Jenna will work with you to create plans that integrate into your lifestyle, making transformation, not only attainable but sustainable, while keeping you accountable so that you can reach your dietary goals. Your time with Jenna doesn't end after your consultation. Between appointments you will receive: A personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan with recipe ideas, a meal planner, and product recommendations Food diary analysis Medication, nutrient and supplement interaction evaluation with supplement recommendations Laboratory test recommendations (optional) Test result interpretation GP referral letters where applicable Email support between appointments You may be facing a number of health concerns. Jenna's holistic approach supports a range of areas such as: MS depression & anxiety cardiovascular diseases autoimmune diseases inflammatory bowel disease sleep disorders migraines weight management thyroid diseases menopause and perimenopause PMS/PMDD osteoporosis healthy aging 6 x 50-minute sessions over 12 weeks are recommended to help make sustainable and long-lasting lifestyle and dietary changes. Contribution per session: £89 Block of six sessions: £480 (6 x £80)

When and where 07 Feb 2024, 18:30 – 21:00 Bradley Stoke, Bradbury House, Wheatfield Dr, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS32 9DB, UK About Tickets include: 6 Bingo games; 2 Cash games and 'Silly Bingo' Participants are encouraged to bring their own drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and their own snacks and nibbles. There will also be a raffle with great prizes.

MOVE 4 MS start fundraising Join us to not only build new healthy habits to see in 2024. but also raise vital funds to keep MS therapy affordable & accessible for anyone affected by neurological conditions across the West of England. Set your challenge: Whether it's 3 , 30 or 300 minutes a day - you set your goal & move ANY WAY you can EVERYDAY this Jan. Choose how you move: You can choose your preferred movement of choice each day and mix it up to keep you motivated throughout the challenge, you might enjoy to swim your target one day or stretch out with some yoga the next, the key is ALL moves count! Set up your page: State the minutes your committing to on your Just Giving page and why your participating and get fundraising; https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/MOVE4MS Every penny counts: We don't waste a single penny that's why everything raised goes directly to therapy delivery. The need for our therapy offering: There are an estimated 4.7 million people in the UK living with a neurological condition, in our region alone, in 2018, it was thought that just over 10,000 people were living with a long term chronic neurological condition. A diagnosis of a neurological condition is often a traumatic moment, and The Brightwell offers a safe space to come to terms with the news and work out a way to move forward. The therapies we offer are designed to address the many different symptoms of a neurological condition and our aim is to help people live a full, meaningful and independent life. Our core treatments are Neuro Physiotherapy & Oxygen Therapy. Neuro Physio is only provided by the NHS for 6 weeks post diagnosis but at The Brightwell we offer this care life-long at a subsidised rate for members. Our Oxygen Therapy is not available outside of MS Therapy Centres, apart from a handful of very expensive private clinics, therefore we are unique in this provision in our area. For most of our members the idea of funding private treatment, not available on the NHS, is completely out of reach. All you need to do is head to MOVE 4 MS start fundraising to start fundraising. Don't forget to download your MOVE4MS TOOL KIT which even includes our PHYSIO APPROVED EXERCISES (which are handy if you are joining the campaign but would prefer to use Physio Approved Exercise). Now let's get ready to #MOVE4MS

Please note that The Brightwell will be closed between Saturday 23 December and Monday 1 January. We will be reopening as usual on Tuesday 2 January 2024. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year.

On 12 December, the fantastic Level 3 musical theatre students from South Gloucestershire College delighted shoppers at the Willowbrook Centre with festive tunes. They sang their hearts out and created a magical atmosphere whilst also raising an amazing £128.60 in donations from the public for the Centre. They were also kind enough to hold a raffle at the college and handed Libby an envelope on the day containing a brilliant £165.00. We can’t wait to partner with these talented young people again and wish to thank them for raising almost £300 and for all of their ongoing support.

Due to a system upgrade our telephone lines will be down on Tuesday 19th December Between 10am - 2pm. Should you need to contact the Centre urgently during this time please email reception hello@thebrightwell.org.uk Thank you for your understanding

As well as our excellent one to one and group physio sessions we also offer online sessions via Zoom. These classes are run by Millie Rutherford, our Rehabilitation Therapist. There are two classes every Wednesday and members can take part in either or both classes whichever suits your needs and requirements.  The suggested contribution for each class is £5. Wednesday 12-12.30pm Seated Zoom Class suitable for  upper limb strengthening Strength & power training with the use of dumbbells to increase blood circulation to release endorphins and develop muscle tone and strength. Helps improve balance to avoid injuries. Wednesday Zoom 12.30-1pm Standing Zoom Class for standing balance + lower limb strengthening/stretching. Endurance, strength and balance focused. Great class for those who are unable to commute to the centre but want to stay active and increase their fitness. ​ These classes are great for additional sessions in between physio or oxygen sessions or for those who can’t always get to the Centre. Suitable for all levels of ability. How do I join these classes? Call or book in at  Reception and provide us with the email that you use for your Zoom account. Millie will send you a link that can be used each week. Don’t forget that you can pay for your classes on Standing Order. For more detail about the Therapies we offer please visit our Therapies and Physiotherapy pages of our website. You can also keep up to date with all the latest news on Health and Well-being on our blog, click here to check it out. Millie looks forward to welcoming you to her Zoom classes.

As part of our last fundraiser of the year, our Winter Solstice Sunrise Swim we will be running a big end of year RAFFLE! The raffle will be drawn at the event which takes place at 7am on Friday 22 December at West Country Water Park. Prizes include: 1st Prize: Osteopathy treatment worth £138 with Frome Valley Osteopaths 2nd: Afternoon tea for 2 at Aztec Hotel & Spa 3rd: Spa day pass for 2 at Aztec Hotel & Spa 4th: Taylor Swift Vinyl And ... a large selection of chocs, swim gear, bubbles & self care items! Online entries will be printed off and added to the raffle bucket on the day. Get your tickets here! Check out the pics for further info on prizes. Thank you for supporting The Brightwell.

Thank you to each and every person that walked through The Brightwell doors on Sunday 3 December to support our Brightwell Christmas Market. The support we receive, at events such as this, enables us to continue to offer subsidised therapies for those living with chronic neurological conditions. These events represent a huge amount of work for weeks ahead of the actual day and we want to say a massive well done to our Fundraising Team especially Victoria Libby and all our fundraising and events volunteers. As always, we were supported by staff and members who not only helped, but encouraged so many friends, family and others from the community to come and join in. From the minute the doors opened the Centre was full of noise, laughter and chatter. Everyone was tucking into the delicious bakes, enjoying the wonderful mellow tunes from Mini Massive Sax Flextet, and buying lots of festive goodies. It was great to welcome so many new faces, including lots of youngsters who particularly enjoyed the petting corner thanks to Puxton Park including the most gigantic millipede! Big thank you also to The amazing bakers for all the scrummy food! All the very talented stall holders! Puxton Park Tourist Attraction TOYOTA World Bristol North Lovell Place Care Home Heritage Healthcare Bristol Rugged Interactive Mini Massive Sax Flextet Wow Faces Frenchay Christmas Tree Farm Although our fundraising is essential, it is really important that all the Brightwell Team, members and those in our own and surrounding communities have fun at the same time. This spectacular Christmas Market certainly achieved that! We are delighted to say that we have raised an impressive £2,200 too!

We are so delighted with our new furniture for our Bradbury Lounge. A few months ago, we were contacted by David Elliott of County Contractors, who were doing a major refurbishment at The Delta Marriott Hotel in Bristol City Centre. David has been a great support of ours for many years, originally joining us when we were based in Nailsea. Despite being diagnosed himself with MS in 2001, David has helped with numerous fundraising activities for us, including running several marathons. David was aware that there would be furniture that was due to be replaced and asked the hotel’s General Manager, Robin Vanieperen, if he could suggest that they were donated to The Brightwell. Robin generously agreed and we recently collected 18 chairs from the hotel. These chairs look brand new and the colour scheme matches perfectly for our lounge area. For safety reasons, the furniture we use at the centre needs to be very stable and have arms for our service users to be able to transfer securely, these fit the bill perfectly! So thanks to the generosity of The Delta Marriott not only can we offer attractive and comfortable seating, but we have also saved thousands of pounds! Thank you so much David and Robin for thinking of us, please come and join us for a coffee in our lovely lounge very soon.