Links

Maybe you want to learn a bit more about other SMILE groups in the region?  Or maybe you’d like to learn more about the conditions that affect our members?  

We’ve compiled a list of websites that we’ve found useful in the process of diagnosis, treatment and pain management.  Not to mention the lighter side of life, such as recommended accessible activites and attractions.

We welcome any recommendations you may have too!

Local information

Blackpool 4 Me

– A wealth of information available for those living in the Blackpool area
http://www.blackpool4me.com

General information

Age UK
http://www.ageuk.org.uk

Care and Repair

Blackpool Council

https://www.blackpool.gov.uk/Residents/Housing/Maintaining-and-improving-your-home/Care-and-repair.aspx

Care and Repair

Fylde and Wyre Council

http://www.wyre.gov.uk/info/100007/housing/309/care_and_repair_wyre_and_fylde

Medical conditions

Multiple Sclerosis Society
http://www.mssociety.org.uk

Fibromyalgia Association
http://www.fmauk.org

Arthritis Research UK
http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org

MIND
http://www.mind.org.uk

UK Fibromyalgia

http://www.ukfibromyalgia.com

 Pain Concerns

http://www.painconcern.org.uk 

Attractions

Blackpool Zoo

– Reduced price tickets for disabled adults, children and accompanying carers

– Flat, even ground for wheelchairs

– Free wheelchair hire
http://www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk

Conishead Priory

– Flat, even ground for wheelchairs
http://www.conisheadpriory.org

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre

– Flat, even ground for wheelchairs
http://nkt-kmc-manjushri.org

Friends of SMILE

Swallows charity
http://www.theswallows.org.uk

Coastal Chiropractic Clinic
http://www.coastal-chiropracticclinic.com 

Dahlias Kitchen

– Wonderful freshly cooked food, with many offers available

– Fantastic evening entertainment nights
http://www.dahliaskitchen.co.uk

Other SMILE groups

Liverpool
http://www.smileliverpool.co.uk

Preston
http://www.smile-preston.co.uk

Fibroduck Foundation – raising funds for research into fibromyalgia

http://www.fibroduckfoundation.com/