2015 GSK IMPACT Awards: Neuromuscular Centre

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About Neuromuscular Centre

Based in Cheshire, Neuromuscular Centre supports people affected by Muscular Dystrophy to maintain the best quality of life.

The Centre provides physiotherapy, support, advice and training for those with degenerative neuromuscular conditions. It works to support independence and also runs a commercially successful design and print arm, employing staff with neuromuscular conditions.

What the judges said:

It is a centre of excellence with a strong service model. It should be commended for its leading edge approach and the support it provides to people with muscular dystrophy, their families, carers and other professionals. It is particularly inclusive and enables people to maintain the best quality of life.

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