Our facility is designed to support people from the local community by helping to strengthen their physical and mental well-being. West Berkshire Therapy Centre is located half way between Newbury and Thatcham. It is a very specialised gym, equipped with power-assisted exercise equipment, for the benefit of disabled people from the local community. Our extensive research has shown that this facili
ty will help people who suffer from a wide range of disabling conditions:
neurological disorders,
arthritis,
strokes,
cardiac or lung problems,
dementia,
post-operative rehabilitation,
learning difficulties and many others. Following assessment from one of our registered physiotherapists, Centre users will be able to receive exercise therapy provided by a range of carefully designed and selected machines, easing stiff or reluctant muscles, giving them more strength and co-ordination, helping also to manage weight, improve circulation, reduce the risks of serious health problems in later years and more feelings of well-being. We have considerable support from many local voluntary groups and many local clinicians. Our premises are just off Lower Way in Thatcham, so are easy to get to. Everything is on the ground floor, including a disabled loo and a small rest area. There is space for those in wheelchairs to get around and although the equipment is motorised, to provide the exercise therapy, it is quiet and enjoyable to use. Our staff will give a helping hand if needed and carers will be welcome. We are a not for profit charitable organisation and invite voluntary contributions at the lowest rates compatible with providing an excellent service for as many people as possible. We can also offer slight discounts to those who take out membership. You can support us with a donation via our website: http://www.westberkshiretherapycentre.org.uk/
Many disabled people find it difficult to take as much exercise as they want or as is generally recommended. Our power-assisted equipment provides the opportunity to move every major muscle in the body, with the equipment doing the work, so even very weak muscles can be exercised without effort from you. Not only is this generally good for your overall health, but the stronger you can get, the easier it is likely to be for you to carry out important tasks of daily living in safety and comfort. In due course we would also like to offer a community hydrotherapy pool. This needs a larger building and we continue to seek offers of help to secure a suitable plot of land. In the meantime our specialised power-assisted equipment may be able to make a big difference to your overall well-being. We are grateful for the support of:
West Berkshire Neurological Alliance
West Berkshire Public Health service
Berkshire MS Therapy Centre
The Gerald Palmer Eling Trust
Englefield Trust
Berkshire Community Foundation
The Herongate Fund
Colefax Charitable Trust
West Berkshire Council
Greenham Common Trust
Shapemaster Global Ltd
The Albert Hunt Trust
The Berkshire Masonic Charity
The AMMCO Trust
Newbury & District MS Society
Parkinson’s UK, Newbury & District
Newbury Town Council
Reading Fibromyalgia Support Group
British Polio, Berkshire Branch
Medicotech Ltd
Thatcham Town Council
Royal Berkshire Hospital
IPRS Group
Rotary Club of Hungerford
West Berkshire Disability Alliance
VGL signs
Marsh Fuels
and many others
Many thanks for all your help!
