Social Charities
Ex-Servicemens Association of Mazarron District [ESAMD]
A little more info from Ian Wilson, Honorary Life PresidenEx-Servicemens Association of Mazarron District [ESAMD] The Ex-Servicemens Association of Mazarron District [ESAMD], registered in the Community of Murcia with the number 8.694-1a,was formed as a non-profitable organisation, so that those who are no longer serving can help to maintain the traditions of the past and keep in touch and help their comrades. I am ex RAF and was attempting to open a Royal Air Forces Association in the Murcia region, but due to insufficient volunteers, this was a no-goer. Working with my very good friend, the late Alan Tolley [ex RN], various other options were looked at and we agreed that an ex-Servicemens Association be formed. With sadness Alan passed away and so I pressed on with the initiative. A committee was formed, Constitution raised and steps were taken to make the Association official and to get it registered as a charity. With great assistance from Carlos of Properties Solutions, the Constitution has been accepted by the Spanish Government and we are now officially registered. The Association is non-profitable, non-sectarian and non-political in the strictest sense. In no circumstances shall it, as a body, take sides in any political or industrial dispute but it may, if the need arise, make representations to the government or any other body on any matters regarding the welfare of Ex Servicemen generally. Full membership of the Association is open to any person who has served in any of the Armed Forces or their dependents. The Association will extend such help as is possible to any members or other ex-servicemen, irrespective of nationality, when necessary. In addition to Committee meetings, we hold a function every month at different restaurants and our membership is going from strength to strength.
Tel: Les Dryden 646 541 722 , Ian Wilson 629 818 611 Mob: Bill Roberts 626 209 419 Address: The Ex-Servicemens Association of Mazarron District [ESAMD] A non-profit organisation for those ex-Servicemen and women and their dependents who miss the camaraderie and wish to associate with similar people. The association aims to offer help when needed, maintain the traditions of the past and to keep people in touch with old comrades. Full membership of the Association is open to any person who has served in any of the Armed Forces or their dependents. Registered in Murcia with the number 8.694-1a Members throughout Murcia
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HAH, Help at Home
HAH IS HERE
We are a group of caring members of the local community whose sole aim is to help those people who are finding it difficult to manage, hence HAH…HELP AT HOME.
Maybe, you or a loved one have recently been discharged from hospital or are under medical supervision. Perhaps you have had a fall/operation and need a bit of help, or you are a full time carer needing a break either at home or in hospital. We may not always have the solution, but we will do our utmost to help.
As a subgroup of HELP MURCIA MAR MENOR who already run a very successful hospital visiting team at Los Arcos , we are building our own team of carers, fundraisers, translators, and shoulders to lean on!!! Initially, we will work within a 15k radius of Los Alcazares, although our desire is to be able to help those in need in the Mar Menor area.
We have qualified nurses to advise, people with caring qualifications, fun fundraisers, translators, but of course we are looking for more special people who are prepared to commit a few hours to help us grow. We will also be looking for a qualified nurse who has or is willing to get Spanish qualifications, who will be assisted to obtain them and then paid for all work undertaken on our behalf.
We will have regular group ‘get-togethers’ to plan our activities, and democracy and communication will be a key element throughout. Why not join us?
Have you got any medical/carer qualifications, could you help raise some funds, enough initially to cover volunteer expenses thereby helping us to extend our services?. or a few hours to spare and a shoulder to lean on?
Unfortunately, none of us are getting any younger or fitter, and most of us may need help at some time, so do you think you could offer some help, time or experience?
Tel: 633 673 034 Address: Los Alcazares.
Operating within a 15km Radius of Los Alcazares
Hogar el Buen Samaritano
The good samaritan is a christian charity which runs soup kitchens and a refuge for the homeless, feeding an average of 300 people a day.
It relies on donations for its' survival and operates a Rastro from which it sells second hand furniture and bric a brac to raise money.
They will collect if you have a reasonable quantity of items to collect.
When calling, please note that spanish only is spoken by the majority of volunteers at the centre.
Tel: 968 16 86 44 Address: Rastro located on the N332 just outside Molinos Marfagones, heading towards Cartagena..
Look for the white windmill set back from the road and you've found it.
MABS Cancer Support - Mazarron
The Group was founded in 1999 by five women (4 British and 1 Austrian), all of whom had had breast cancer. Originally named MARINA ALTA BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, their aim was to provide support to cancer patients and their families on the Costa Blanca and the Costa del Sol. News travelled fast and the medical profession was soon referring ALL types of cancers to the Group for support, so the name was changed to CANCER SUPPORT GROUP (MABS) to reflect this.
Cancer Support Group (MABS) is a registered charity and is funded from the local community in Spain. We are non profit making group who rely totally on donations and fundraising events, MABS does not receive any financial assistance from local or regional governments. All funds raised by the Mazarrón group remain in the Mazarrón area and are used to help local people at this very difficult time in their lives.
The Cancer Support Group (MABS) Mazarrón offer:- Transport to and from hospital/clinic appointments
Translators
Patient escorts to hospital and clinic appointments
Support and befriending to patients and their familie
Leaflets on various types of cancer and treatments available
Information on where you can obtain assistance in Spain and the UK.
Information on where you can purchase wigs, prosthesis or medical aids.
The Group also has branches with co-ordinators in Javea, Gran Alacant, Torrevieja , Murcia /Mar Menor, Mojacar and Marbella..
Volunteers Do you have some time on your hands? Could you offer friendship and support to someone in need? Could you take a cancer patient to the hospital for treatment or a consultant’s appointment? Could you do some light housework or ironing? Could you walk a patient’s dog? Could you do some shopping or collect a prescription for a patient? Are you fluent in Spanish and able to help with spoken and written translations? If you said ‘Yes’ to any of these questions then you could become a volunteer for Cancer Support Group (Mabs) Mazarrón. There are no special skills necessary to become a volunteer, just a desire to help those less fortunate than ourselves. We have volunteers from all backgrounds, some whose lives have been touched by cancer others who have not. Initial training is provided and ongoing support is available to all volunteers. WHATEVER YOUR SKILLS - WE NEED YOU!
MABS Mazarrón does not receive any funding from the Spanish Central Government or from the local Health Authorities. The services provided by the group are paid for entirely from the proceeds of fundraising events and donations. Every cent raised remains within the Mazarrón area to help LOCAL people at this very difficult time in their lives. Our fund raisers and volunteers work extremely hard to ensure there are sufficient funds available to continue our services.
If you are……. an organisation or business in the Mazarrón area and would like to help us by becoming one of our sponsors, please call our General Enquiry Line 620 582 418.
If you are…… interested in organising and holding an event on behalf of MABS to raise funds please call our General Enquiry Line 620 582 418.
If you ……….would like to make a donation to MABS please call our General Enquiry Line 620 582 418.
Tel: 620 422 410 - Helpline Mob: 620 582 418 - General Enquiries Email:
MABS Cancer Support - Murcia
The aim of the group is to help ALL people affected by cancer and those around them, either by talking on the phone or through personal visits when required.
We are a group of people, most of whom have experienced the illness in one form or another. The aim of our Group is to help men and women affected by cancer.
The illness and its secondary effects touches people in different ways, and the volunteers are willing to help allay fears or concerns that may occur during and after the actual treatment. Here’s what we can offer:
Drivers and Escorts -
We can transport cancer patients to and from hospital appointments.
Translators -
Translators can help you or a loved one with various tasks, including clinic and hospital appointments (there may be translator fees involved).
Carers/Buddies -
We can sit with a cancer patient (to give respite to the personal carer). We can help with shopping, making a cup of tea, or just by being there to listen to what’s going on in your life…
Up-to-date Information -
We keep in touch with the latest developments in medicine, and can give you information on all types of cancer and treatments.
Tel: 693 275 779 Address: Whatever your concerns, we will try to suggest a solution, or at least direct you to someone that can help. No problem is too small.
Website: www.mabsmurcia.com
Mazarron Bahia Lions Club
There is a New Pride of Lions in this Club, which has seen a transformation over the past few months and is now able to consider a growth in members and activities covering everyone in this area of Murcia.
Lions International, which is our Parent Organisation is what it says, an international service club. We have clubs in 320 countries of the world with over 1.8 million members. We have been able to help thousands of communities in a variety of different ways.
The Lions Club of Mazarron Bahia is now open to like minded people from all walks of life and nationality to consider becoming a member of Lions International. Membership is by invitation and we would love to hear from you in the near future.
Anyone who is interested in seeing what the Lions Club has to offer are invited to contact Mervyn on 617 091 804 or John on 600 327 126 .
We are also outside Rumours Commercial centre at Camposol Sector B on most Saturdays from 11.00 hrs to 13.00 hrs
Forthcoming Events
Tuesday 8th December Board Games Bar Salud
Wednesday December 9th Christmas Benidorm coach trip (few seats left) only 13 euros
Grand Christmas Draw prizes:
Christmas Hamper:
Turkey:
Christmas Puddings;
Wines
Tickets 3 euros each or 4 tickets for 10 euros The draw will take place on Sunday 20th December at Canadas del Romero
For all tickets and further information
Paula 636 746 959
John 600 327 126
Alan 608 437 590
Diane 678 375 509
We are also outside Rumours Camposol B Saturdays 11am to 1pm
The names listed below are the only currently registered members of this club;
Mervyn Booth Club President
Andrew Brown Club Membership Sec and 1st Vice President
Alan Aldrich Club Secretary
Barrie Avis Club Treasurer
Nigel Barker Club Pr and Welfare Chairperson
John Klages Fund raising Chairperson / Social Commitee
Paula Klages Fund raising / social committee/ Club Photographer
Ray Ibbotson Committee/ Welfare Committee and Datalink Rep.
Anne Tugwell MBE IPP Welfare Committee
Diane Little Fund raising/ Social Committee
Rosemary Eaton Committee/ Wefare Committee
Phone number for membership Andrew Brown
968 597 554
Tel: 968 597 554 - Andrew Address: We are also outside Rumours Commercial Centre at Camposol Sector B on most Saturdays from 11.00 hrs to 13.00 hrs
