‘I’m not one to give in - I’m a fighter!'

After having a fall in her bathroom, a normally active 89 year old Mavis lost confidence in going out. She was matched with our Finding your feet volunteer Jenny who has helped her get back on track..

My fall spoilt my life. I could hardly walk and just wasn’t me any more . Before, my life was perfect- I was confident and active and there was nothing wrong with me. I went to lots of clubs, I danced, you name it, it did it. I was so used to being independent.

I was very pleased so accept help from Jenny, who has been absolutely wonderful. She has really helped, walking with me and going out for coffee. It’s taken a long time but she gave me the confidence to go out again.

There are certain things I still can’t do – like go upstairs. But I don’t give in and I try and do everything I used to do. Getting into a car is a bit difficult, but I do it because I want to do it.

I’ve brought a proper trolley to hold on to do shopping, which makes me feel safe.

I’ve definitely slowed down, which I don’t like, but I’m not one to give in. I’m a fighter.

And Jenny and I are firm friends now – I couldn’t not see her!

If you or someone you know needs a bit of confidence to get out and about again, please contact Becky on 0208 150 0967 or on her mobile 07990 705 170