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Arkansas News and Notes | March 2016



Telelearnings & Webinars

YOUR WHOLE HEALTH, YOUR WHOLE TEAM: MANAGING YOUR COMPLEX MS SYMPTOMS - MARCH 8
Multiple sclerosis is a complex disease that requires a team approach to manage its complex symptoms. As part of our monthly Webinar and Telelearning Series, we welcome you to join an interactive, problem-solving conversation with a physician, psychologist, and physical therapist about how to make treatment decisions that work for you. Join us Tuesday, March 8 at 7 pm CST from the comfort of your own home.  

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY - MARCH 15
Learn what it takes to get approved for Social Security disability benefits from a social security attorney and hear about the impact work might have on your disability benefits once approved from a Certified Benefits Counselor during this webinar on Tuesday, March 15 at 7 pm CST. 

HOME BASED EMPLOYMENT: WHAT EMPLOYERS WANT - MARCH 29
Learn from home based employers about what they look for when hiring people to work from home during this webinar on Tuesday, March 29 at 7 pm CST. 

Webinars are brought to you by Can Do MS and the National MS Society. Learn about these upcoming telelearnings and how to register by visiting our website. 


Together, we are stronger

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.


#WeAreStrongerThanMS

SHARE HOW YOU ARE STRONGER THAN MS DURING MS AWARENESS WEEK

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s new awareness campaign kicks off during MS Awareness Week this week March 7-13 and will engage people across the country to raise awareness, and share experiences and solutions to live their best lives. MS Awareness Week is a time to recognize progress made and to inspire others to take action toward achieving a shared vision of a world free of MS. This year, we're sharing the diverse and powerful solutions that defy MS. Together, we are stronger. Learn more and share how you are stronger by visiting WeAreStrongerThanMS.org

MS Entrepreneurs

BECOME AN MS ENTREPRENEUR 
MS Entrepreneurs are creative, innovative individuals who are passionate about developing new ways to improve the lives of those touched by multiple sclerosis. Anyone with the passion and time to identify a need and develop a solution can be an MS Entrepreneur. The National MS Society seeks to provide grants to these individuals so that funding won't stand in the way of change. If you or someone you known has identified a need and has an idea for a solution, visit our website to find inspiration and learn about the application process. The next application deadline is April 15. 


2016 State Action Day ... Beyond Awareness!

JOIN US IN LITTLE ROCK APRIL 20! 
You are invited to be part of the MS Advocacy team at this year’s State Action Day on April 20, 2016 in Little Rock, AR. MS Activists move beyond awareness to share their story, open a door, make a connection and engage their legislators in important discussions about the issues that affect people with MS. No prior experience or knowledge is needed; training provided. Registration is open; sign up today!


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.


JOIN US FOR A VINTAGE AFFAIR
Buy your tickets today for A Vintage Affair for MS in Northwest Arkansas on Friday, April 1, 2016 at Sassafras Springs Vineyard in Springdale, Arkansas. This year’s event will be honoring Ms. Channing Barker with the MS Hope Award and Snell Prosthetic & Orthotic Laboratory with the Philanthropic Business of the Year Award. A Vintage Affair for MS celebrates philanthropic leaders and inspires communities to do something about MS now, because together, we are stronger than MS.


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If you or someone you know has been affected by MS, you are not alone. Contact the National MS Society to speak to an MS Navigator for resources on living with MS, upcoming programs, counseling and more. We provide services for anyone wanting to learn more about MS and the daily challenges of living with MS, including individuals, care partners, friends and family members.

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