MACULAR SOCIETY

Local support groups

Our local groups across the UK offer practical and emotional support to people with macular disease from people with macular disease. They can help you to further understand your condition, come to terms with sight loss, share information about treatment and ultimately stay independent. Groups meet regularly; invite guest speakers; run social events; arrange outings and holidays; fundraise; help raise awareness of macular disease; get involved in campaigns and work with local eye care professionals.

W@M

These local support groups are aimed specifically at younger, working-age people with macular conditions. It is called W@M (pronounced Wham!), which is short for Working At Macular. Many groups meet in evenings, or at weekends in cafes or pubs. Members can share experiences and get advice on issues, including working with macular disease, driving, technology and entertainment.

Skype groups

If you find it difficult to attend a group, or attending a group isn’t for you, our Skype groups give you the opportunity to talk to others affected by macular disease, without leaving home. People of all ages can take part in video or voice only calls. For details contact Stella Black on stella.black@macularsociety.org

Support Groups in Powys

Ystradgynlais
Adelina Patti Day Room, Ystradgynlais Community Hospital, Ystradgynlais Powys. Second Tuesday of the month 10.30am to 12.30pm. Contact – Adele Francis 07494 468 007 adele.francis@macularsociety.org

Brecon
The George Hotel Brecon Powys LD37LD. Last Monday of the month 10.30am to 12.30pm. Contact Group Leader – Judith Wilkinson 01497 847 274

Llandrindod Wells
Celf o Gwmpas Centre Celf Tremont Road Llandrindod Wells Powys LD15EB, Fourth Tuesday of the month 10.30am to 12.30pm. Contact Group Leader –Mary Sim Group Leader - 01597 258749

Welshpool (affiliated)
The Methodist Church, High Street, Welshpool. Powys. SY21 7JP. Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month 2pm to 4pm. Contact Details: Pat Jones, Secretary patriciajones122@btinternet.com

Newtown
MCRA Plas Dolerw Milford Road Newtown SY16 2EH5, will meet 5 March, 3 April, 14 May, 5 June, 2 July, 6 Aug. 3 Sept, 1 Oct, 5 Nov, 3 Dec 2pm to 4pm. Contact Details: Liz Knight Group Leader 07576329794



Provided by MACULAR SOCIETY Service available in Hampshire, Powys Advice and advocacy
Macular Society, PO Box 1870, Andover, Hampshire, SP109AD
07494468007 / 01639 843236 adele.francis@macularsociety.org https://www.macularsociety.org

Local support groups

Our local groups across the UK offer practical and emotional support to people with macular disease from people with macular disease. They can help you to further understand your condition, come to ter...