Paisley charity that offers vital support to young people affected by Huntington’s disease has been given an £80,000 funding boost to continue its lifeline work.The organisation, which has its national office in Paisley, provides tailored services for families with Huntington’s disease (HD) in Renfrewshire and across Scotland through its specialists, financial well-being officers and youth advisers.Huntington’s disease causes severe physical and mental symptoms, including a loss of control over movement, reducing ability to walk, talk, eat and drink.Thinking processes are damaged, making it difficult for people with HD to carry out tasks, make decisions and look after themselves.
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