A HOUSTON man who suffered devastating head injuries in a motorbike crash has told how a Renfrewshire charity’s support group has “saved his life.”

The Sunshine Club, run by Quarriers, will soon reopen its doors at the Tannahill Centre, in Paisley, after being forced to close at the start of the Covid pandemic.

Guido Corvi, 61, whose life was changed following an accident on the A9 several years ago, said he had badly missed his fortnightly visit to the centre.

He told The Gazette: “I was in an extremely low place when I was invited to the Sunshine Club.

“At that point, I was really struggling to even leave my home. However, the staff and the members who attend are magnificent and welcomed me with open arms.

“The progress I’ve made as a result of their support is incredible.

“Throughout lockdown we made sure to support each other virtually as best as we could but I can’t wait to get back to the regular sessions.

“I am a firm believer that the Sunshine Club saves people’s lives, as it definitely saved mine.”

The club is part of Quarriers’ Renfrewshire Head Injury Service, which provides practical and emotional support to more than 60 people with an acquired head injury, as well as their families.

Paul McGivern, from Renfrew, first came into contact with the Sunshine Club three years ago, following a brain tumour and epilepsy diagnosis.

The club has since provided him with vital support as he has learned to cope with his conditions.

Paul, 42, said: “I can’t wait to return to the meetings. Everyone at the club is so welcoming, not just to me but to everyone that comes through the door. It’s like we are one big family.”

Funding from legal firm Digby Brown is being used to support the relaunch of in-person meetings at the Sunshine Club.

Margaret McIntyre, project manager at the Renfrewshire Head Injury Service, said: “Thanks to the partnership with Digby Brown, we are thrilled to be reuniting our club members to socialise with people who understand what they are going through, share their anxieties and support them with everyday tasks, ensuring they realise they’re never alone in their situation.”