Huntington's disease is a neurodegenerative genetic disorder that affects muscle coordination and leads to cognitive decline and psychiatric problems, affecting about one person in 10,000.
WBro David Timson, Chaplain of Wentworth Lodge No 737, is one of several Brethren in the Province with family members affected by the disease. Some time ago, he and his Lodge, aided by the Provincial Grand Charity, donated £1,500 to the Huntington's Disease Association. They have continued their good work and raised another £750, which has again been matched by the Provincial Grand Charity.
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(l to r in centre rear) WBro David Timson presenting the cheque to Anne Constanti, |
On 20 April 2012 WBro Timson, with his great friend and neighbour, WBro Jerry Higgins, attended the monthly get-together of the local Association support group at the Barchester Care Home, Peterborough, and presented the £1,500 cheque. Anne Constanti, Secretary of the Area Support Group, expressed the thanks of all present for this donation, which will be used to provide transport and mobility equipment.