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MS CENTRAL DISTRICTS
NEWSLETTER APRIL/MAY 2015
Our campaign theme for 2015 is access: access to diagnosis,
treatment and support; access to buildings, travel and leisure
facilities; and access to education, training and employment.
Inside this issue:
IMPORTANT DATES
TO REMEMBER!

WORLD MS Day 27 May, 2015, with
an Access Workshop here (see page
7)

MS Awareness Week 29th August 5th September, 2015

MS Street Appeal 4th September
2015
DISCLAIMER: THE VIEWS AND EXPRESSED IN THIS NEWSLETTER ARE THOSE OF
THE AUTHORS AND NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF MS CENTRAL DISTRICTS. MS
CENTRAL DISTRICTS ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OF INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS NEWSLETTER.
President report
2
From the Field Worker
3
Maintenance Therapy
Programmes
4
Betaferon Flyer
5
Available to Hire
6
World MS Day - Access
Workshop Flyer/H & D
Presentation
7
MSCD Committee Profiles
8
Notice Board
9
MSCD Library Books
10 11
Joke Corner & Donations
Form
12 13
Regional Roundup,
Recipe
14 –
15
Sponsors Flyer
16
Contacts Page
17
MS CENTRAL DISTRICTS NEWSLETTER APRIL/MAY 2015
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President’s Report...
Hi Everyone
We had a really good AGM on 21 March 2015 with Dr Dave Baldwin as our guest speaker. Dave is a
GP from Bulls and run runs the ‘Bulls Flying Doctor Service’ around the country looking in the main at
the health of pilots and people in the rural areas, getting the message across of looking after one’s
health.
He gave a great humorous (but serious) talk about men’s and women’s health and titled his talk
‘Healthy Bastards!!’ He gives talks around the country on his vision of the health for men and women
and really can put the message across about being healthy. I recommend you look at his web site
www.flyingdoctor.co.nz
The AGM itself produced a re-elected President and Committee with the addition of an external volunteer holding the Treasurers position.
Committee members
Helen Sutherland
Vice President
Monica Huisman
Secretary
Hamish Johansen
Treasurer
Billie Stanley
Committee
Stewart Watson
Committee
Michelle Kitchingman
Committee
And yours truly – President.
I thanked the Committee for all the work they did over the last 12 months and am quite chuffed to
work with them again. There is quite a lot to do, a Strategic Plan for the next 2-3 years, a total re vamp
of our Health and Safety Policy, World MS Day to name a few.
Before we know it the annual appeal day will be on us once again. I do hope we have a good number
of volunteers to get out there on the day, let the public be aware and get a better understanding of
Fond regards
Ian Chadburn
President
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From the Field Worker’s Desk…
Autumn greetings to you all,
I love this time of year, and probably many of you do too - the best season as cooler
days and nights kick in, and hopefully some relief for those who suffer from fatigue
and other effects of higher temperatures. Recently I was given a handout by a client
of a story about what is fatigue called “The Spoon Theory” - it describes very well
what MS fatigue is (or any other neurological fatigue). If you want a copy let me
know.
MS AGM: A good turnout and welcome back to the re-elected Committee; thanks to
all who stood again as well those who have resigned.
Our speaker Dr Dave Baldwin of “Healthy Bastards” fame, gave us down-to-earth
steps about how we can all be responsible for looking after our own health; a serious topic presented very humorously.
His book and DVD, Healthy Bastards (book $40, DVD $20) are available to purchase
from the office (or borrow from our Library), with a third of the proceeds kindly donated to MS Central.
Want to know more about the how the Health & Disability Advocacy Service?
Keep Monday 20 April afternoon (1-2pm) free to attend a comprehensive presentation by Maureen Zayer, at the MS Society. She will tell us why we should make complaints if we are not happy with any health or disability service!
Attention all Betaferon users: an electronic injector, BETACONNECT, is now available for distribution - designed to make injecting as comfortable as possible, being
smaller and more compact, and comes with its own charger and case.
If you are interested in changing your old auto-injector for this new model, wander
in to the MS Society between 11am - 1pm, Wednesday 6th May. Richard from
Bayer will be on hand to do the change over and give instruction on the using the
new auto-injector. (See Pg. 7 for Ad.)
World MS Day 27 May: We are hosting a workshop to mark this international day
which this year has the theme ACCESS. Why access? “The barriers to access faced by
people with MS vary depending on their circumstances and what their symptoms
are…”
Often the focus is negative for there are many examples of barriers to access (to
jobs, treatment, rehabilitation, etc) and lack of equality of access. This time we
thought we would initially focus on celebrating successful ways people have broken
or are breaking down barriers to access and then finish by highlighting barriers that
still do exist. We hope as many of you as possible will join us for a morning of discussion and fun at 51 Waldegrave Street on May 27! (More details on Pg. 5)
Best wishes to all for now ,
Philippa
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Maintenance Therapy Programmes
MS Central Districts offers Maintenance Therapy programmes for people living with MS and other neurological conditions. The programmes include regular exercise, personal training, art and regional peer
support groups. They provide peer support, social interaction, and the opportunity to improve fitness
and wellbeing so beneficial for people with MS.
Membership of the Society is encouraged to attend the classes, and there is a small charge.
Further details are available in Regional Round Up, Pg 14,

Yogalates - Tuesdays, gentle workout with Leanne $5/session

Art Group - Thursdays at MS Society, with oversight from a local artist

Massey personal training programme - weekly sessions at the School of Sport & Exercise with
third year Massey students. Contact the MS Office or Field Worker for further information.

Regional peer support groups, monthly or bi-monthly (PN, Levin, Pahiatua, Dannevirke,
Taihape, Rangitikei, Feilding, Foxton) - Field Worker attends groups bi- monthly. Guest speakers from time to time at some of the meetings if requested.
There may be other educational or support opportunities available during the year for people with MS
and their support networks which will be advertised in this newsletter and Info Group weekly email.
If you wish to have your name added to the Info Group email contact list
please let the MS Office know.
Other Community-run Classes, Courses and Camps:

Living a Healthy Life self-management courses - free courses run by Central PHO. Courses are
offered in Palmerston North and other regions throughout the year. For further information call
Sharon Barnett 354 9107 x 249

Age Concern Accredited Visitor Service - available for older people at home, call Fern PH 06 355
2832 or email fernbrooking@ageconcern.co.nz

Women’s self defence course coming up soon in Palmerston North...
KIM PENNY, BIO-DYNAMIC CRANIO-SACRAL THERAPIST
I graduated as a Bio-Dynamic Cranio-Sacral (BDCST) Therapist in December 2013, and now offer these services part-time
in Palmerston North from my house in Hokowhitu. More information on this form of therapy can be found on the internet, and here is the link to the Pacific Association - http://www.craniosacral.co.nz/
Essentailly BDCST is a gentle, non-invasive, holistic natural therapy that can relieve pain, reduce anxiety, and support the
client's system to re-organise and heal. My personal website is www.kimpenny.nz
As I understand the effects of MS can be long term, I would like to offer my services to MS sufferers at a discounted rate.
My usual rate is $40 for the first session of 40-60 minutes, with all follow up sessions $40 for 40 minutes.
For MS sufferers, the initial charge of $40 for the first session (40-60
minutes) will still stand, but for subsequent visits I am prepared to offer a reduced rate of $20 for a session of 30 minutes.
Please do not hesitate to be in touch if you would like more information.www.kimpenny.nz
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The next generation Betaferon
autoinjector is here
“simplicity at your fingertips…”
The new electronic autoinjector model is now available Richard Buddle from BAYER will be at the Society to exchange your old autoinjector for this new simple-to-use
model and answer all your questions.
WHEN: Wednesday May 6th, 11am - 1.00pm
WHERE: MS Society, 51 Waldegrave Street
If unable to attend this session and would still like to change your autoinjector, please contact the Field Worker
MS CENTRAL DISTRICTS NEWSLETTER APR-MAY 2015
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Available to HIRE from MS Central Districts
We have available :

Wobble boards

Walkers

Elbow crutches

Manual Wheel Chair

Power Chair

Wheel chair carriers for your car (you need to have a tow ball)

Adjustable walking stick

Rubber wedge (for door way)
Please talk to either Carolyn or Philippa if you would like to hire any of the above...
Ph 06 357 3188 or email us at mmss@inspire.net.nz
Newsletter Contributions
If you would like to contribute to our local newsletter,
please feel free to do so. Let
us know about an interesting
event, special birthday, milestone anniversary, recipes
etc. Any thing you want to
sell or buy?... Remember it is
your newsletter! Contact the
office and let Carolyn know
the details.
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World MS Day - Access Workshop
An MSIF global initiative

Wednesday, 27th May 2015

10.00am - 12.00pm

51 Waldegrave Street, Palmerston
North

Shared Morning Tea
Facilitated by Field Worker, Philippa Russell & Monica Huisman - this workshop is an opportunity for people with MS
and their families to gather to celebrate ways we are breaking down barriers to living with MS (and have some fun
along the way!). There will be a chance to share how people/
organisations/equipment have improved access for you as
well as time to document gaps to access - to diagnosis, treatment and support, education, buildings, employment,
transport, equipment…. Hope to see you there!
RSVP to the office please Ph. 357 3188
All about access
Equality of access doesn’t just mean physical access to buildings, but access to
the same tools, services and facilities that people who don’t have MS enjoy.
Our campaign theme for 2015 is access: access to diagnosis, treatment and support; access to buildings, travel and leisure facilities; and access to education,
training and employment
Health & Disability Advocacy Service
Presentation
Monday 20th April from 1.00pm—2.00pm
free to attend a comprehensive presentation by Maureen Zayer
Where: at the MS Society.
She will tell us why we should make complaints if we are not happy
with any health or disability service! Bring along a friend or family
member!
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MSCD Committee Members’ Profiles
Profile of Helen Sutherland
I have had MS for the past 8 years and have been on the MSCD
Committee as Vice President for the past year. In my past life I was
a nurse for 33 years and the last 20 years working in the Emergency department at the Palmerston North Hospital. I have a good
sense of humour and believe in Fair Play. I enjoy Art and I have
been a passionate member of the MS Art Group for a number of
years.
Profile of Hamish Johansen
Hi my name is Hamish Johansen. I was born and brought up in
Palmerston North. Since completing Secondary school I have
gained a Bachelor of Business Studies majoring in Economics. Currently I am in my final year of a Bachelor of Accountancy. I am looking to make a positive contribution to MS Central Districts as Treasurer while gaining some accounting work experience.
Profile of Billie Stanley
Billie is an Associate at BDO Central Chartered Accountants and Advisors and has fifteen years experience as an Accountant.
Billie spends her time working within the Not For Profit industry as
well as with commercial clients. Recently Billie has been providing
support to charities in order to help them overcome the changes to
the new financial reporting standards, she is recognised as an expert in this area locally.
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Notice Board
HAVING A PROBLEM WITH A HEALTH OR
DISABILITY SERVICE?
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Know your rights when receiving a Health or
Disability service.
- Health & Disability Commissioner
Ph. 0800 555 050 www.hdc.org.nz
Health & Disability Advocacy service
Ph. 06 353 7236; 0800 555 050
Condolences
Our Sympathy to anyone who may have
lost loved ones during the last few
months.
Some families have requested that donations be made to the society in lieu of
flowers. We offer our thanks to all
those who have made such contributions as a symbol of their friendship
and support.
Websites of interest

www.ms.org.nz – National website for Multiple Sclerosis
– also check out the MSSNZ on Facebook

www.facebook.com/mssnz

www.msif.org - World MS Federation with up-to-date
research news.

www.overcomingms.org/

www.mssociety.org.uk

www.davidlindsay.co.nz David Lindsay Assisted Wear
Design Clothing

www.msfatigue.org.nz
Central
Caring Caller is a service that St John provides for
people who live alone or feel a bit lonely. Volunteers
phone clients regularly to check that everything is ok.
This free service is fully funded by donations.
Would you like a Caring Caller?
If you’re living alone, or you’re housebound due to illness or
disability, you can contact St John about getting a Caring
Caller. We try to pair you up with a volunteer whose personality and interests match yours. Caring Callers might not yet
be available in your area, but always ask us – we love a challenge. Unlike some services for the elderly, Caring Caller is
free of charge.
Enquire now on 0800 000 606
http://www.stjohn.org.nz
Rehabilitation
Medicine Ltd
Dr Jurriaan de Groot,
Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine, is now seeing patients in his practice
on 600 Main Street,
Palmerston North.
For information and / or an
appointment please phone
06 356 3998 or fax 06 356
2693 or
mobile 027 2607 607.
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MS Central Districts Library
Books available to be borrowed
Books
300 Tips for Making Life Easier with MS
A Genius in the Family - Jacqueline du Pre
A Guide to Management of MS
A Rose to a Sick Friend
Awkward Bitch - my life with MS
Benjamin - My Mum is Special
Beyond Rage
Bringing Light to the Dark
Broken Open
By Appointment Only
Complementary & Alternative Medicine for MS
Complementary & Alternative Medicine and MS
Cooking Well Multiple Sclerosis
Coping and Prevailing
Coping When a Parent Has MS
Coping with Vision Loss
Cripin Place
Exercise Beats Arthritis
Exercises for Multiple Sclerosis
Employment Issues and Multple Sclerosis
Facing the Challenges of Multiple Sclerosis
Fatigue
Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis
Fighting Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis
Flying without Wings
Funniest DIY Stories
Guide to Relaxation
Head First
Healing Multiple Sclerosis
Healthy Bastards
How to Talk About MS with Your Children
Hysterectomy
It's Not All in Your Head
Life on Cripple Creek
Living with MS
Love, Medicine and Miracles
Managing Multiple Sclerosis Naturally
Me and My Shadow
Medikidz Explain Multiple Sclerosis
Meeting the Challenges of Progressive MS
Mental Sharpening Stones
MS and Your Feelings
MS: Answers at Your Fingertips
Multiple Sclerosis and Having a Baby
Multiple Sclerosis For Dummies (2nd edition)
Multiple Sclerosis Question and Answer
Author/Editor
Shelley Peterman Schwartz
Hilary and Piers du Pre
J H Osborne
Tessa Goldhawk
Marlo Donati Parmelee
Stephan Pohe & Stephanie Lazai
Jo Anne LeMaistre
Bayer HealthCare
Elizabeth Lesser
Jan de Vries
Lorraine Knightsbridge, MS Taranaki
Allen C Bowling
Marie-Annick Courtier
Tom Bayak
Barbara Christall
Bill Chapman
David Ashton
Valerie Sayce and Ian Fraser
Brad Hamler, ACSM
P D Rumrill, M L Hennessey, S W Nissen
Jeffrey N. Gingold
Leonie McMahon
Lauren B Krupp
Nancy A Lowenstein
Dr Arnold Beisser
Resene
Brockhampton Library
Norman Cousins
Ann Boroch
Dr Dave Baldwin
Dr Janice Schwartz (MS Society of Canada)
Coney and Potter
Patricia Farrell, PHD
Dean Kramer
Dr Robert Shuman
Dr Bernie Siegel
Judy Graham
Carole Mackie
Dr Kim Chilman-Blair, Ian Rimmer
Coyle and Halper
Jeffrey N. Gingold
Alison Shadday
Drs Roy, Burgess, Mottershead, Talbot
Judy Graham
R Kalb, B Giesser, K Costello
Cont
next
page...
Bethon
Ann
Hill
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MSCD LIBRARY BOOKS...
Multiple Sclerosis the Natural Way
Multiple Sclerosis: A New Journey
Multiple Stories by MS Society NZ
Myelin is getting on my nerves
My Pear Tree Has Gone Bananas
Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis
Peace, Love and Healing
Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Push>Play Nation
Put Your Bad Back Behind You
Recovery from MS
Second Opinion
Sexual Options for Paraplegics and Tetraplegics
Swallowed by a Snake
Standing in the Sunshine
Staying in Love
Taking Control of MS
Tap-Dancing's Out Then?
The First Year - MS
The Image of MS - a photographic exhibition
The Liver Cleansing Diet
The MS Guide to Complementary and Alternative Medicine
The MS Recovery Diet
The MS Workbook
The Multiple Sclerosis Diet Book
The New Health Revolution
The New Male Sexuality
The Road Back
The Source Book for the Disabled
The Ultimate Guide to Sex and Disability
Towards a United Voice - History of NZ MS Societies
Why Pick on Us
Women's Waterworks
Words of Inspiration for People with MS
Yoga and Multiple Sclerosis
DVDs, Videos
Healthy Bastards (D)
Jack Burns Talks on MS (Video)
Presentation for MS Auckland (V)
Taking Control of Multiple Sclerosis (D)
Richard Thomas
Dr Richard Senelick
MSSNZ
MS & PD Society of Canterbury
Don Edwards
Prof George Jelinek
Dr Bernie Siegel
Nancy J Holland, Jack S Burks, Diana Schneider
R
SPARC
George Jelinek & Karen Law
Phillida Bunkle
Thomas Mooney, Theodore Cole, Richard
Chilgren
Thomas R. Golden
Cari Loder
Robyn Salisbury
Prof George Jelinek
Gary Campbell
Margaret Blackstone
Joyce Tenneson
Dr Sandra Cabot
Lorraine Knightsbridge, MS Taranaki
A D Sawyer, J E Bachrach
Fraser, Kraft, Ehde and Johnson
Dr Roy Swank and Barbara Brewer
Ross Horne
Bernie Zilbergeld
Harriet Sirof
Glorya Hale
Miriam Kaufman, Cory Silverberg, Fran Odette
Miriam Clark & Ruth Vincent
Wyatt and Ellidge
Dr Pauline Chiarelli
Ellen Stern
Loren M Fishman, Eric L Small
Dr Dave Baldwin
Prof George Jelinek
Prof George Jelinek
Journals
Family Care
MS Voice
Carers NZ
MSSNZ
Medical Journals
MS in Focus
International MS Journal
Focus on Multiple Sclerosis
MSIF
Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals
Bayer Australia
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Joke Corner
MS Central Districts Subs and Donations
A reminder that Subs for 2015 are now due. Donation form is
included in this newsletter again for those who have misplaced theirs! If you receive
our Newsletter and do not pay subs we would appreciate a small donation – every
little bit helps!
In case you didn’t know - your subs pay for our Maintenance Therapy Groups,
Newsletter, operating expenses of MSCD, Field Worker services and travel costs,
Field Worker morning teas, administration costs such as cost of paper, computer
consumables, coffee, tea etc.
If you are not sure when you last paid, please check with Carolyn in the
office.
Thank you to those who have paid their subs already!
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Donations Form
Carnation House, 51 Waldegrave Street, Palmerston North P O Box 194, Palmerston North
Phone 06 357 3188 mmss@inspire.net.nz www.mscentral.org.nz
Patron: Iain Lees-Galloway MP
Please help us to assist those living with Multiple Sclerosis.
Your contributions are greatly appreciated.
I would like to subscribe to MS Central Districts (
for Families,
I would like to donate
$20
$30
$20 per annum for individuals,
$25 per annum
$200 for Life Membership)
$50
$100
Other $___________
Direct Credit donations can be made to Manawatu Multiple Sclerosis Society Westpac Account number:
030726 0484737 00
*
(Please make sure you put your NAME as the reference)
Mr / Mrs / Miss / Other
First Name_______________________________Surname_____________________
Address______________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
Phone ________________________________Email__________________________
MS Central Districts is a registered Charity and all donations over $5.00 are tax deductible.
Please tick if you would like a receipt. Thank you for your generous support.
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Regional Round Up
April - May 2015

* indicates Field Worker present at
group

Call the Office, (06) 357 3188,for any
information about a group

H&D Advocacy Service Talk: 20
April

Betaferon upgrade: 6 May

World MS Day 27 May:
Access Workshop @ MS Society
Palmerston North
Yogalates
Art Group
10.30am
MS Gathering
Tuesdays @ 10am
MS Society
Thursdays @
MS Society
@ 5.30 pm
Thurs 23 April *
MS Society
Otaki
Lunch Group
@ 11.30am
Mon 13 April *
Mon 11 May
Café Ra
Dannevirke
Café Group
@ 11am
Thurs 9 April *
Red Sun Cafe
Dannevirke
Foxton
Afternoon Group
@ 2.30 pm
Wed 8 April *
Wed 6 May
At Windmill Cafe
Rangitikei
Lunch Group
@ 12 noon
Thurs 2 April *
Thurs 7 May
Sugar Plum Café
SH 1, Marton
Taihape
Cuppa
Health & Disability Advocacy Service talk *
Wed 20 April
1-2pm, MS Society
@ 10.30am
Date TBC
3 Goldfinch St
Betaferon Rep. visit
Wed 6 May *
Bring your old auto-injector, 11am - 1pm
swap for electronic model
MS Society
AREA CONTACTS
World MS Day: Access Workshop
Shared Morning Tea
Wed 27 May *
10am - noon
MS Society
@ 12 noon
Wed 15 April
Wed 20 May *
Murray’s Irish Bar
78 Fergusson St
Levin
Coffee Group
Shared food
Pahiatua
Lunch Group
Sherryl Gray ………………………………....(06) 364 6267
LEVIN:
Feilding
Lunch
$10 lunch menu
OTAKI:
Maree Mander ………………………....….(06) 368 8945
PAHIATUA:
Adrienne Wake…………….…….………...(06) 376 7411
DANNEVIRKE:
MSCD Office …………………………….....(06) 357 3188
TAIHAPE:
@ 10.30 am
Wed 22 April *
Wed 27 May TBC
Horo Health Centre
John Woodill……………………………...…(06) 388 1167
RANGITIKEI:
Anne Lusher…………………..………………(06) 327 6076
FEILDING:
@ 11am
Tues 19 May *
15 Victoria St
Pahiatua
MSCD Office …………..…………………...(06) 357 3188
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Recipe
Oatmeal Snacking Cake
1 2/3 Cups Four
3/4 cup Sugar (white or brown)
3/4 cup Oats
1/2 cup Raisins (optional for extra sweetness)
1 tsp Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 tsp Allspice or Cinnamon
1 cup Water
2 Tbsp Golden Syrup (molasses or pancake syrup)
1/3 cup Oil
1 tsp Vinegar
Mix all ingredients together and bake in 9 inch pan, 180 degrees for 25-30
minutes.
Kindly donated by Gay Dornbusch
Manawatu Multiple Sclerosis Charitable Trust
The object of the Manawatu Multiple Sclerosis Charitable Trust is to provide funding to members of
MS Central Districts.
The Trust endeavours to support all applications for assistance from people with MS and their families.
For further information, contact your Field Worker on any of the following: Ph. 06 357 3188;
027 655 8573 or mmss@inspire.net.nz
or
The Secretary/Treasurer, MS Trust, PO Box 194, Palmerston North 4440;
jillybroom@xtra.co.nz
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Thank you to our sponsors
and supporters
Thomas Richard
Moore Trust
JBS Dudding Trust
JOHN LEADER
ELECTRICAL
E-mail info@mobilitymanawatu.co.nz
Web www.mobilitymanawatu.co.nz
Phone 0800 882 884
Enhancing lifestyles by providing
personal and mobility aids so you
or your loved ones can stay
independent with dignity and
confidence
MS CENTRAL DISTRICTS NEWSLETTER APR-MAY 2015
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MSCD Contacts
Field Worker— Philippa Russell
Ph 06 357 3188
Cell 027 655 8573
Email: philippammss@inspire.net.nz
Philippa is available Monday to Thursdays from 9.00am - 5.00pm
MS Central Districts, P O Box 194, Palmerston North 4440 • Phone 06
357 3188 • Fax 06 357 3072 •
Email: mmss@inspire.net.nz •
Website: www.mscentral.org.nz
MSCD Committee members
President: Ian Chadburn
Vice President: Helen Sutherland
Secretary: Monica Huisman
Treasurer: Hamish Johansen
Committee Members: Michelle Kitchingman, Stewart Watson, Billie Stanley,
Patron: Iain Lees-Galloway MP
Office Administrator / Newsletter: Carolyn Soane
Together we’re #strongerthanMS