MSM Board Statement of Intent

As many will be aware, the Board of Mid Staffs Mind have taken the decision - outlined & discussed in the service user, volunteer & extraordinary general meetings - to sell our base in Manor Avenue, Cannock.

This decision was taken as a business measure to simplify & reduce our core costs, whilst pursuing our strategy of decentralisation & locality orientation. No services, groups or activities will be lost as a result of this move; indeed, the process should result in individual groups & activities becoming more independent, flexible & sustainable.

To scotch any rumours to the contrary, I can categorically state, on behalf of the Board of Trustees that Mid Staffs Mind is not closing, nor do we anticipate closure in the foreseable future.

Mid Staffs Mind is here - seeking to be more active, responsive & of greater benefit within our host communities - & we intend to stay.

Anthony M. Downes

Chair of Trustees, Mid Staffs Mind

Personal Independant Payments replaces DLA April 2013

We are advising folk to take a good look at the link below to get some insight into the Personal Independence Payment which will replace Disabled Living Allowance from April 2013

The toolkit offers information / guidance to individuals, and organisations directly supporting people claiming DLA, by providing initial advice on PIP &/or directing folk to other sources of information & help. There is a easy-read link...

http://www.dwp.gov.uk/policy/disability/personal-independence-payment/pip-toolkit/