Marie was born with cerebral palsy and although she can get around at home with a frame, she uses a wheelchair when out and about. She has overcome many obstacles in her life to become independent. Marie’s sunny disposition makes her a popular member of the community, she always has time for a friend in need. In the last few years, Marie has not been well enough to work but she gives her time every week as a volunteer at the Citizens Advice Bureau and at Bedworth Disabled Swimming Club. For many years Marie has been the swimming club’s treasurer and she regularly raises funds for the club and organises a gala in memory of her beloved mum. The club is an asset to the Nuneaton and Bedworth community giving disabled swimmers a chance to meet with friends each week, perfect their sport and provide support to their families.

Life has been a little bit harder for Marie recently following a diagnosis of arthritis in her lower back which causes her pain but also affects her ability to use her manual wheelchair. Her diagnosis coincided with a repair to her electric wheelchair. There is a mechanical fault with the motor in the right hand wheel, which the insurance does not cover and is expensive to fix.

Thanks to the CAB she has secured a grant for £500 but needs to raise more to get her on the move again. Help us to give something back to Marie and help her to regain her independence.