Sunday 3rd October 2010
A unique drop in centre for cancer sufferers and their families will be opening it’s doors tomorrow (Monday 3rd Oct) at 10am.
The Nenna Kind centre is situated in Room 5 on the 2nd floor of the Market Hall and offers support and advice in a welcoming environment for anyone affected by the disease. There will be advice on benefits and also complimentary therapies including reflexology and massage. All the services are free.
Barbara Wallace is behind the Centre - she began to campaign for the facility after her daughter Helen Hinde was diagnosed with terminal cancer two years ago. Needing someone to talk to other than family or medical staff Barbara realised that there were no independent services available. With help from fellow supporters the rooms donated by Chesterfield Borough Council have been painted and furnished and will be open Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 till 5.
The name of the centre comes from Helen's family name, Nenna (her younger sister couldn’t pronounce Helen and the alternative stuck!) and the fact that when Helen worked in New Whittington Primary school's nursery a child sent her a Christmas card addressed to 'Mrs Kind'.
It's hoped that the facility will be open officially very soon but anyone wishing to talk now or donate items of furniture or offer help would be advised to contact Barbara or the team on 07564 152 921.
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