MS Society Ayrshire & Arran

04/09/2025

September is . So we're shining a light on MS and bladder problems.

Bladder problems are common for people living with MS. There are two main types: problems with storage and problems with emptying.

Doctors aren’t sure why some people get one and not the other, or why some people get a bit of both. But there are ways to manage bladder problems.

Find out more on our website: https://buff.ly/jEYeEnq

20/08/2025

Calling all you men out there 🧡

We’re delighted to be launching MenSnap, a space for men affected by MS in Scotland.

Together with a photographer and a psychotherapist, this small online group will use photography to make it easier to talk about mental health.

No photography experience or special equipment is needed. You don’t need to have joined anything like this before. You don’t need to have the “right” words. Just come as you are.

Find out more and sign up: https://buff.ly/rAOoUHN

13/08/2025

Over the weekend we had some amazing fundraising from two of our local groups 🧡

Carol and the Arran Group attend the Isle of Arran Highland Games whilst Jennifer and the Kilmarnock group went along to the Ayr Car Boot and Market.

Both groups had a stall with a tombola and raised a joint total of £1,077! Amazing work to all who were involved and thank you to all who donated. Our local groups smashed it!

08/08/2025

On Sunday, the Kilmarnock peer support group are raising funds by attending the Ayr race course Sunday market 🧡 They will have a tombola and home baking. There's plenty of goodies on the go and you may be lucky to win a bottle or two! The Sunday market opens from 8am, so why not come along and show your support.

The group would like to say a huge big thank you for all the donations. The preparations are all done (fingers crossed!)

07/08/2025

According to the UK MS Register, 90% of people with MS experience fatigue.

Fatigue isn't just ordinary tiredness. It can feel overwhelming and come on without cause. Some people find it's the symptom that affects them most.

But there are ways to manage it and minimise its effects on your life.

Find out more about this symptom and how to manage it: https://buff.ly/cHCeIjY

29/07/2025

I think we all feel a bit of stigma at times when using a mobility aid 🧡 It can be daunting when you're a newbie. But mobility aids are just that! They aid you to live your life independently. This webinar will be a good one to catch if you are new to using a mobility aid, wary of starting to use one or need some pointers!

Join us for our Using a wheelchair to gain independence webinar!

We’ll be joined by Pete Donnelly, a wheelchair user of 19 years. He believes that he’s gained valuable skills from getting around in a wheelchair ♿

He'll share his knowledge of types of wheelchairs and skills to develop.

📆 Thursday 14 August
⏰ 6.30pm

Find out how to register here: https://mssoc.uk/3UrAxkE

28/07/2025

25/07/2025

Having MS means living with invisible symptoms, and we know everyone’s MS is different and the impact of MS can change over time.

You don’t owe anyone an explanation for how you manage your MS.

💬 What would you add to this list? Tell us in the comments.

Find out more about visible and invisible MS symptoms: https://mssoc.uk/4kO1LOA

25/07/2025

Free SIM cards are now available for anyone in Ayrshire & Arran who has MS, their family and carers. Please reach out to ayrshire@mssociety.org.uk 🧡

For more information on how the scheme works, visit ➡️
https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/find-support/mobile-sim-card-guidance

22/07/2025

Did you know that we have a new peer support group? 🥳🧡 The new Irvine groups next meet up is on Monday 28th of July so come along for a coffee and a chat!

16/07/2025

Help Nikki Leigh Pozo raise money to support Multiple Sclerosis Society

15/07/2025

The Ayr Cricket Club held a fabulous ladies day event a few weeks ago, raising funds for the MS Society Ayrshire & Arran. The event included a raffle, silent auction, Rod Stewart impersonator and DJ. Joanne (Group Coordinator) and Muriel (Admin and Grants Volunteer) also went along to speak about the work the MS Society Ayrshire & Arran do in the community.

The event was attended by 200 ladies who were ready to party and they raised £5,500 🧡 Amazing! Thank you so much for your generosity and we hope everyone had a fun time. Here's some photos from the day!