NAVIGATING CAREER CHANGE: WORKING WITH MS IS POSSIBLE - FEB. 9
Working with MS is possible, but it can be challenging at times. What do you do when you can no longer do your job? How do you know when it’s time to make a change? Listen to career coaches discuss steps you can take to effectively navigate career transition periods during this live webinar taking place tomorrow, Feb. 9 at 7 pm CST.
MANAGING YOUR MS SYMPTOMS WITH TECHNOLOGY - FEB. 23
Assistive technology practitioners will share how technology can assist in the management of certain MS symptoms that may become barriers to productivity. Learn about a variety of useful tools and devices to help make work more accessible during this webinar on Tuesday, February 23 at 7 pm CST.
Both webinars are brought to you by Can Do MS and the National MS Society. Learn about these upcoming telelearnings and more by visiting our website.
COUNTDOWN TO VALENTINE'S DAY BY HELPING US KISS GOODBYE TO MS
With every donation and share, you give a #KissGoodbyeToMS. As part of an international collaboration, your gift will help end MS forever and provide people living with MS with the support, information and resources they need to live their best lives. Learn more and get involved!
ANNOUNCING NEW SELF-HELP GROUPS
Self-Help groups bring people together who share common life experiences for support, education and mutual aid. National MS Society self-help groups focus on support, advocacy, education, wellness or may be more social in nature. Some groups also serve specific populations or have a specific focus. Most groups meet monthly. We are excited to announce four new Self-Help Groups launching this winter, including the Corinth MS Self-Help Group, Never Surrender MS Self-Help Group in Plainview, Old Ironsides MS Group at Ft. Bliss and the El Paso MS Self-Help Group. Learn about these groups or others in your community by visiting our website. If you would like to talk to someone about establishing a new group, please contact Amy Woolsey, 713-394-2930.
YOU ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN AN MS QUALITY OF LIFE SURVEY
A research team at Oregon State University is conducting a survey to understand how people with MS engage in physical activity and self-compassion, and how this impacts quality of life. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. It will help researchers create effective programs to help people living with multiple sclerosis improve their health and wellness. You can complete the survey online.
DISCUSSION OF THE MONTH:
VISION PROBLEMS
A vision problem is often the first symptom of MS, and can certainly be frightening. Fortunately, the prognosis is good for recovery from many vision problems associated with MS. Have you experienced visual issues? Share your experiences, questions and tips on MSConnection.org.
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JOIN A SPRING WALK EVENT BECAUSE WE'RE STRONGER TOGETHER!
Walk MS helps us team up with friends, loved ones and co-workers to change the world for everyone affected by MS. Together, we become a powerful force. And with every step we take, every dollar we raise…we’re that much closer. Together, we will end MS forever.
ONE DESTINATION: A WORLD FREE OF MS
Participate in the world’s largest fundraising bike series and join us as we as we cycle through some of Texas’ most charming towns while enjoying the area’s best supported rides.
It’s a group effort that transcends personal accomplishment and touches the lives of 2.3 million individuals living with MS worldwide including Texas! Register today to ride or volunteer for the BP MS 150 (April 16-17) from Houston to Austin and Bike MS: Sam’s Club Round-Up Ride (April 30-May 1) from Plano to Fort Worth.
GET CONNECTED, MAKE A DIFFERENCE
You are more than just a number when you volunteer with the National MS Society. We want to match you to the perfect opportunity that meets your needs and abilities so that together we can do more. Go to volunteerMS.org and follow three easy steps to get connected to our volunteer engagement team: 1) watch the orientation video, 2) check out volunteer opportunities in your area, and 3) complete the online interest form.
LIVING WELL WITH MS: AN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM IN AMARILLO - FEB. 27
Healthcare professionals, caregivers and individuals living with MS are invited to a FREE all day conference presenting current concepts and treatment options. Learn about diagnosis, treatment and symptom management, as well as wellness strategies related to exercise, diet and emotional health. Held at Amarillo College - Business & Industry Center, continental breakfast and lunch included. Learn more and register online today.
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