A fresh support system is being set up across Gwent to help those affected by essential tremor.

Caldicot resident Amy Rees is launching what will become Wales’ first dedicated body of its kind, aimed at boosting awareness and offering help to individuals coping with the neurological condition that results in uncontrolled shaking, primarily in the hands and arms but sometimes impacting the head, voice, or other body parts.

Ms Rees commented that she is in the process of forming the inaugural Welsh support gathering for people living with essential tremor, a condition that impacts significantly more individuals than commonly understood yet continues to be largely misinterpreted.

She highlighted that the condition affects millions worldwide, though public recognition stays relatively low.

Ms Rees’ motivation originates from her personal family situation.

She described how her father has been living with essential tremor for the past 16 years, explaining that she has directly seen how it influences daily existence in physical, emotional, and social ways.

She noted that routine activities can become sources of anxiety, and there is often a sense that others fail to truly grasp what the condition involves.

She added that this lack of understanding can leave people feeling lonely even when they are not actually alone.

The support network will create a welcoming space where individuals can gather, share their experiences, and encourage one another.

Ms Rees indicated that whether someone has recently been diagnosed, has been dealing with the condition for years, or is looking after a relative who has it, nobody should have to manage this disorder without support.

She expects the group to also contribute to raising general awareness throughout Wales.

Ms Rees expressed that increased conversation about the condition helps diminish stigma, deepen understanding, and ensures people feel acknowledged and supported.

For further details about joining, individuals can reach out via welshwobblers@btinternet.com.