To help Maxine cope mentally with the PTSD, as well as supporting her to build her activity levels safely and gently, Maxine was referred to Lincs Inspire to begin a low-intensity exercise and wellbeing programme.

It’s a scheme that supports patients to manage their symptoms and can lead to lower medication, less pain, and an increased quality of life.

Under the referral scheme, Maxine began using the power-assisted exercise equipment in the Wellness Hub as part of the 12-week programme.

This has recently been extended thanks to a grant from the O’Flynn Foundation, a local charity that works in partnership with Lincs Inspire to support eligible members continue their wellbeing journey.

The grant has extended Maxine’s access to the leisure centre for at least a further 12 weeks and wonderful progress is being made. “Without the referral from the doctor I wouldn’t have thought about coming to the leisure centre,” explains Maxine.

She adds: “This additional support from the O’Flynn Foundation means that I can continue to use the facilities, which are therapy for me.

The recumbent machines are healing. They help to calm my mind. The quiet and dimly lit room destresses me, and the equipment is so relaxing I can almost fall asleep!”

The wellbeing team at the leisure centre has seen a positive difference in Maxine since she has been attending and Jayne, founder and Trustee of the O’Flynn Foundation, is also fully behind supporting Maxine.

Jayne said: “We are a local charity committed to putting people’s lives back on track. We support mental health and stroke patients, and helping to change someone’s life is hugely important to me.

The foundation will help Maxine continue her wellbeing journey at Lincs Inspire, where lives are being changed through the schemes they offer.