The Editorial Team

The years also presented lots of challenges, with Elizabeth having to give up her job as well as continue to look after her two younger children, Elaine and Gordon. Sharon had to undergo many operations and procedures over the years and this of course was often traumatic for the family.

Have a great summer.

“Sharon was not frightened of anything and hada great sense of humour. I miss her every day.”

The Jones family had a huge turnout at Sharon’s funeral service and kindly donated the collection to SIS.

By Sylvia Sandeman

Parking Issues

In the last issue of Newsline I wrote about the problems of parking at the Spinal Unit and I’ve received quite a few emails detailing personal experiences which will help bolster the case for dedicated parking. Meanwhile, I received a letter from David W Loudon, Director of Facilities & Capital Planning, Complaints Department, West Glasgow ACH, Dalnair Street, Yorkhill, Glasgow G3 8SJ. He comments that the following action will be undertaken:

•A review of the area will be undertaken to consider opportunities to improve disabled parking

•Action will be undertaken to improve the surrounding pavements and access routes that have sustained damage

•He suggests “that there is a drop off point located at the main entrance of the Unit which can be used should there be no disabled spaces available.”

I think further action is required on identifying an alternative route from the multi car park and creating dedicated parking as near as possible to the Spinal Unit...

Whilst this is encouraging, I think that further action is required on identifying an alternative route from the multi car park and creating dedicated parking as near as possible to the Spinal Unit, to replace spaces that were removed. Unfortunately, the whole area will be a building site for the next two years but that is no excuse and I will do my best to improve matters with the help of SIS. I have spoken with Dr MacLean who is concerned about the situation and with Outpatients who say that it is in the afternoon that people have the problems.

Since hospital visiting is from 13.30 to 20.00 daily, if you can and are able to change your appointment to the morning you will be more likely to find parking. I realise that this is of little help to those of you who have carers and routines that make this impossible. I would suggest that you write to Mr Loudon or email Karol Nicol, Complaints Administrator at Kararose.Nicol@ggc.scot.nhs.uk detailing your experiences. This is an ongoing issue and I will continue to update you in Newsline.

Motability Roadshow 2016

Spinal Injuries Scotland was delighted to once again have an opportunity to host an information stall at the Arnold Clark Motability Roadshow.

The 2016 event celebrated the 10th anniversary of Arnold’s Motability Roadshow at the SECC Glasgow. To mark the occasion, special guests Peter Martin and Alan Rough from STV’s Peter & Roughie’s Football Show were invited to attend the event.

Over 2,400 guests attended the event on the 18th of May and amidst all of the motoring information and excitement there was also enjoyable family entertainment provided by a balloon artist and a magician throughout the day.

Arnold’s Motability Roadshow included 120 Motability vehicles and fantastic range of exhibitors including Tunnock’s, Glasgow Disability Alliance and ELAP Mobility. Representatives of the Motability Scheme were also present to offer expert advice to customers.

Special thanks to the SIS staff and volunteers who attended the event to speak about our services and promote the charity.

Arnold’s Motability Roadshow included 120 Motability vehicles and fantastic range of exhibitors including Tunnock’s, Glasgow Disability Alliance and ELAP Mobility.