CAN DO MS MONTHLY WEBINAR: MIND OVER BRAIN - ADDRESSING THE LANGUAGE AND COGNITIVE CHALLENGES OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
Many people with MS notice changes in their abilities to remember, pay attention, organize and communicate. This webinar will address the frustrating, yet often invisible, language and cognitive symptoms of MS. Join Janet DeClark, Speech/Language Pathologist, and Juliann Hanson-Zlatev, Occupational Therapist, as they discuss the most common cognitive and linguistic challenges people with MS face while offering functional, concrete strategies to tackle those hurdles successfully. Register now for the call on May 12 at 7 p.m. CST.
SEX ED FOR GROWNUPS INTIMACY IN MS
MS can certainly change a romantic relationship. Learn from Dr. Timothy Hlavinka and Dr. Linda Mona how to maintain or build intimacy now that MS is in the picture. Register now for the call on May 19 at 6 p.m. CST or May 21 at 9 p.m. CST.
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CONNECT THROUGH VOLUNTEERING
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.
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READ MORE ABOUT ACCESS IN THE CURRENT SPRING MSCONNECTION
The Spring edition of MSConnection: South Central is available online and features a cover story about how you can play a role in increased access to high quality healthcare. If you haven't already, check out our newly redesigned quarterly magazine, and tell us what you think. Take our survey by June 1 for the chance to win National MS Society-branded items. Your input will help shape content for our future editions.
CAN YOU STEP UP TO SUPPORT OUR SELF-HELP GROUPS?
Established Self-Help Groups in Bryan/College Station and Lubbock are in need of leadership support and assistance. Self-Help Groups generally meet once per month. Leader responsibilities include securing meeting locations, arranging for speakers or meeting agendas, and communicating with Self-Help Group members. If you would like to learn more about volunteering, please contact Amy Woolsey, 713-394-2930. Self-Help Groups are vital community connections for persons living with MS and volunteer leadership is personally rewarding. Training provided.
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