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SamanthaBeaton
Posted by SamanthaBeaton NRAS
6 Jan 2012

I started working for NRAS at the end of August and my initiation ceremony was to be taken to Swindon to see off some Men in Tights (literally). Well, what an initiation ceremony that was! I couldn’t have asked for a better one than to see a group of very fit men in Lycra touring around the West on their bicycles! It was a great insight to fundraising and to see how dedicated people can be. Was a fun morning!

Having recovered from that, I settled into my new role as Executive Administrator which I am thoroughly enjoying. My role is varied in that I help out with the fab and fun fundraising team and I also have the opportunity of talking to members, new members, volunteers, and also newly diagnosed patients. It is especially rewarding to help direct newly diagnosed patients to our invaluable Helpline and to hear how much better they feel after having done so.

Since working at NRAS, I am shocked as to how many people I now know who have this disease but it is, again, rewarding to be able to tell them about NRAS and the help they are able to receive and some of the knowledge I have gleaned so far. I learn something new every day and I am looking forward to learning a lot more.

We have an exciting year ahead of us as the NRAS Games has arrived! Please make a joint effort for NRAS in 2012 by taking part in the NRAS Games to celebrate this special year in sport. Whether it be running, cycling, swimming, walking or organising/taking part in a team event such as an office games or fun sports day, holding a Tea for 12 party or taking part in our online quiz, any effort to help raise awareness and funds is really important to us. I look forward to hearing from you!

Sam

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Wiliby
6 Jan 2012
Hello Samantha, wow, sounds like a lot of fun coming up! will look out for updates. Just wanted to say that yes the helpine was where I turned to for help when diagnosed and I'm ever so glad I did and very grateful for all that the NRAS do :)

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TildaT
8 Jan 2012
Ditto to Williby from me. TTx

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