Spireites in Mind – a support group for former players affected by dementia, together with their families – was launched this week.
Fronted by legendary former Spireite Sean O’Neill, the event saw ex-England internationals Tony Currie and Dave Watson join a host of ex-Chesterfield players at the event, including Jim Brown, Dave Pugh, Bill Dearden and Colin Prophett.
Jenny Moss, the wife of Spireites legend Ernie Moss, also attended the lunchtime meeting held in the SBK Spires Restaurant.
ITV Calendar were in attendance and conducted interviews for a feature which was broadcast.
Rotherham United and Sheffield United have established similar groups, holding monthly meetings, and the plan is for Spireites in Mind to follow suit.
