The skydive Mr Greaves had organised has unfortunatley been cancelled due to unforseen circumstances.
The cancellation occured on the actual day of the jump after John had made the long trip up to Strahallen and underwent the instruction and safety briefing. The Instructer refused John permission at the last minute to complete the jump, due to medical reasons.
All sponsers are being made aware of this and their donations shall be returned on request.
Thank you.
*** SKYDIVE SPONSORSHIP. Octogenarian John Greaves intends to make a parachute tandem sky dive at Strathallan Airfield, Auchterader on Saturday 8th November 2008 The aim is to raise much needed funds for the M.E. Recovery Group, based in Kelso. The skydive will be from 10 ½ thousand feet with a free fall: 1 mile in 30 seconds. Anyone wishing to sponsor him please email mergwebsite@aol.com John has been on ITV Borders News see here. There was a mention of this on Radio Borders which can be seen here Thank You. ****************************************************************************************** Scottish Borders Elder VoiceA charitable organisation dedicated to the needs of the 50+. It is run by volunteers and funded by grants. It aims to encourage active ageing, good health and increase the influence of older people to effect change where it is seen necessary. Elder Voice produces a quarterly newsletter packed with interesting articles, informative local news and writings on broader issues that may interest or affect older people. Please contact Elder Voice secretary for more details on 01573 410286 or membership secretary on 01896 756626 or diana.findlay@btopenworld.com for membership to their free newsletter. ****************************************************************************************** Pass IT On
This charity acquires donated computer equipment, adapts it and gives it - cost price or free - to disabled people in the Edinburgh (EH) area. Assesses clients' needs and offers them a bespoke computer system.
Address: 14 Wardie Avenue, Edinburgh EH5 2AB
Telephone: 0131 476 1645
Email: admin@passiton.sco.net
********************************************************** "Gardener's Question Time" at Mertoun. by kind permission of Duke of Sutherland. Wednesday 10th September. 6-9pm. £20 admission. Wine & Canapés. In aim of: The M.E. Recovery Group & Duke of Buccleuch Foxhounds. For further details please contact: Carolyn Innis 01578 722490 Thank You This raised £4477, half to go to the hunt and half to the M.E. Recovery Group. Many grateful thanks to Carolyn for her hard work and dedication to raising funds. ***************** *************************************************************************************** Urgently needed: Anyone who is willing to take on the role of secretary for the Group would be very gladly welcomed. John Greaves has been covering this role for a while now, but as he is also the nutritional therapist amongst other duties, it would be wonderful if someone could take on the role of secretary. All responsibilities would be explained on application. *************************************************************************************** 
A Support Group is due to be organised to meet once per month at the Borders General Hospital Chaplaincy Centre. For more information see here. ***************************************************************************************  
Borders Care and Repair
Ettrick Riverside, Selkirk,
Scotland. TD7 5EB.
Tel: 01750 724 895 Most people would like to stay in their own home for as long as possible but may need assistance in tackling the problems of an old or unsuitable house. Organising and financing building work can be a complex and often distressing experience .
Borders Care and Repair offers independent advice and assistance to help people repair, improve or adapt their home so that they can live in comfort and safety in their own community.
This free and confidential service is available to owner-occupiers and private tenants who are at least 60 years of age or anyone with a disability. Borders Care and Repair is provided by a team based in the Selkirk office. They can visit you in your own home and provide any of the services listed below. Border Care and Repair will ensure that all work carried out is by reliable tradesmen from their approved list of contractors. Home Improvements This service provides advice on improvements and repairs which would be essential to bring the house up to basic standards. Borders Care and Repair staff will visit you in your home, advise if the work would qualify for a grant, and complete all the necessary paperwork on your behalf to apply for any grant assistance that may be available. All grants are means tested. If you are on Income Support, Job Seekers Allowance, or the Guarantee element of Pension Credit you may receive a 100% grant, up to £20,000, depending on funds being available from SBC at the time the grant is submitted for approval. A reducing scale of grant is then awarded based on your financial situation, to obtain more advice contact Care and Repair. What type of work may be eligible for a grant? 
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Grant approval must be issued by SBC in writing prior to commencement of any works. Grant cannot be paid retrospectively. To obtain more advice contact Care and Repair. Handy Person Service. This service, provided by Border Care & Repair's experienced handyperson will help the homeowner or private tenant to live in
comfort, safety and security. Small DIY tasks are carried out free of charge apart from the cost of materials. What type of work will the handyperson undertake? | | • | Home safety check | • | Fitting light bulbs | • | Fitting smoke alarms or battery changing | • | Fitting door locks, chains or viewers | • | Replacing tap washers or unblocking sinks | • | Fitting of curtain rails or curtain hanging | • | Picture hanging. Adaptations Service | | Borders care & Repair's occupational therapist can assess physical needs and the necessary improvements required to your home. This can help you be more independent. Small adaptations are free with means-tested grants available for major works. What type of adaptations can the service provide? | | • | Fitting grab rails | • | Fitting bath /shower aids | • | Fitting level access shower | • | Fitting ramp access. | • | Fitting stair lifts. |
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*************************************************************************************** An article promoting the M.E. Recovery Group & M.E. Awareness was recently featured in the Southern Reporter, to recognise M.E. Awareness Day on the 12th May. John explained how the Group began and the work that is being carried out by the charity. See here. ***************************************************************************************************
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The ME Association wants to hear from as many people as possible about their experiences – good or bad – of coping with ME.