Central Arthritis Self-Help (HUGS – Help us gain through self-help) project has been shortlisted to the voting process of The People’s Project in order to receive funding of £43,035.

The group will provide a 40-week programme to support people with arthritis and help them achieve a better quality of life. This will include regular meetings for people to meet new people and share experiences, therapeutic trips and regular meetings. Ideas, stories, information and home baking are shared during meetings, and decisions are taken that improve coping skills.

Voting will close on Monday 3rd April 2017. To vote, please visit The People’s Project website.

For further information on the project please contact Betty Lister by phone: 07925 376 229.