Andrew's Journey
Margaret Robertson
- Region:
- North East
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Charity/hobby
- Fee:
- Paid: 50
- Category:
- Health
- Updated:
- 17th November 2023
My son was diagnosed with Wegners Granulomatosis, (Vasculitis) in 2008 although having always been fit, healthy and active. This is a very rare illness which is now becoming more prevalent. The problem with the illness is that it can mimic everyday minor illnesses and therefore is often ignored by GP's. If not diagnosed early this can lead to major organ damage and death. My talk is to raise awareness of this illness & also show how Andrew overcame adversity to achieve what his Consultants and Andrew thought maybe impossible. I must stress that it is not a dull and boring talk it is filled with humour and It lasts approximately 45 minutes including overheads. I have spoken at Probus, Lions, Rotary and many other organisations and I haven't had anyone fall asleep yet!
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I am a retired Sport's Coach and quite an old biddy now. However, I keep fit, walk, garden - weather permitting and play ten pin bowls. Also look after my 98 year old Uncle. I started a Zoom session for my friends who were lonely during the pandemic and am still running it at present. I have just retired from running the North East Vasculitis Support Group and organising fornightly walks. I am in a Singing Group and keep their accounts, I also paint stones to raise awareness of D.I.P.G. a rare children's brain cancer. This charity is called Islastones Foundation.
I am a published poet and have also edited and published " A Book Of Poems To Make You Smile." Which was made up of humorous poems donated by some very talented people. I raised the money to pay for the printing and the revenue from the book has gone to Vasculitis UK.
I began giving talks in 2008 after my eldest son was diagnosed with a very rare illness as I wanted to raise awareness of it & hopefully by doing so save lives.
I have since added 3 more talks. The first "Andrew's Journey which contains overheads and is both serious and amusing. The 2nd "Nowt As Queer As Folk." is humorous and is made up of six short stories mainly about every day life - which people will be able to relate to. The 3rd "Not Just A Game." Is about a well loved, very popular board game and its history and the little known facts which were highly secret and covered by the official secrets act & how the game saved the lives of many men during World War 2.
The 4th "Rhyme & Reality" - This is my latest talk and is entertaining and informative.
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