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"I believe the most important lesson we can learn from being seriously ill, is about our relating to the people interacting with us. We have substantial control of their emotions. We can make them feel uncomfortable and nervous, or we can make them relax and get past their fear. Again it comes to how much power we give to the disease. A relaxed friendly smile lets them know that you understand their anxiety, and this will help them learn this lesson about fear. I also believe this will help you learn the final lesson in this process. That lesson is about…" -- excerpt from the upcoming book "Choices-Intend to Choose" |
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA)
Disability info and links from our site
A Medical Guide to Multiple Sclerosis -
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Accelerated Cure Project for Multiple Sclerosis
American Academy of Neurology (AAN) Patient Site
American Association of Neuroscience Nurses (AANN) -
Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis
Can Do Multiple Sclerosis
Can Do Multiple Sclerosis Lifestyle Empowerment Programs
Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation Paralysis Resource Center
Consortium of MS Centers
Coping Well
Emerging Therapies Collaborative
Guide4Living US Multiple Sclerosis Centers
Healthy Women – Are you looking to add healthy practices to your daily
life?
International Organization of MS Nurses
Montgomery Multiple Sclerosis Center
MS Active Source
MS Friends
MS Lifelines
MS Log
MS Pathways
MS Views & News – Educational information for all affected by MS
MS Watch
MS World
Multiple Sclerosis Association of America
Multiple Sclerosis Coalition
Multiple Sclerosis Foundation
Multiple Sclerosis International Federation
Myelin Repair Foundation
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Pass It On Center – The National AT Reuse Center
Relationship Matters: A Program for Couples Living With MS – Having a
satisfactory relationship is hard work even in the best of times. MS can
make it even harder. The Relationship Matters program exists to help
couples minimize the impact of MS on their lives.
Rocky Mountain MS Center
Staying Smart – Staying Smart is a website designed for people who want
to know (or know more) about how MS can affect thinking. Not everyone
with MS will experience difficulties in this area. But for those who do,
information can be hard to find.
The Accelerated Cure Project for Multiple Sclerosis
The American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
The American Neurological Association
The Multiple Sclerosis International Federation (MSIF)
The National Spinal Cord Injury Association
The Social Security and Disability Resource Center
United Spinal Association
United States Department of Veterans Affairs Multiple Sclerosis Center
of Excellence
VA Multiple Sclerosis Centers of Excellence East and West (MSCoE)
WebMD
You CAN! - In collaboration with the National MS Society, Can Do MS has
developed the You CAN! page of the National MS Society website. The site
provides information about how to live a full and productive life,
including helpful strategies for doing all that you can do!
Guide to Home Buying for People with Disabilities
The Fully Accessible Guide to Home Loans for People with Disabilities
10 Ways to Make Your Home More Handicap Accessible
Home Offices for People with Disabilities: How to Make Your Space More Accessible
Employment with a Disability Resource Guide
Getting Help to Pay for Home Repairs or Modifications
Opioid-Free Ways to Live Well with Chronic Pain
General links for seniors (not specific to MS)
Caring-com: Information and assistance with Senior Care & Senior Living Options
Financial Assistance Resources for Senior Care
How can I pay for assisted living?
10 Pieces of Technology Seniors Should Embrace
15 Home Modifications to Make Aging-in-Place Safe
Assisted Living Facilities: Tips for Choosing a Facility and Making the Transition
Seven Steps to Staying Mentally Sharp as a Tack After 60
Older Adults’ Health and Age-Related Changes
A Sobering Diagnosis: Coping with a Terminal Illness Diagnosis as a Recovering Addict
Taking Care of YOU: Self-Care for Family Caregivers
Preparing Your Home for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s: A Caregiver’s Guide
Can I get a mortgage if I'm retired
A guide to downsizing for seniors and their loved ones
Should you own or rent a home in retirement
How to save for a downpayment on a house
Saving for a home Post-Bankruptcy: A three step guide for families
7 Home improvement and remodeling ideas that can increase home value (and what to avoid)
How to deter burglars: Keeping potential robbers away from your home
Prescription Drug Assistance Programs: State-by-State Programs
Getting Help to Pay for Home Repairs or Modifications
Complete Guide to the Best Senior Life Insurance Options
7 Sources of Free Legal Services for Seniors
Does Medicare Cover Transportation?
The Best Meal Delivery Services for Aging Adults
5 Ways to Get Low-Cost & Free Cell Phones for Seniors
Online Classes Offer Free and Easy Lessons
Guide to Room-by-Room Repairs for Easy Accessibility for Disabled Loved Ones
Wood Ramp Design: How to Add a Ramp that Looks Good and Works Too
Top 5 things to consider when designing an accessible bathroom for wheelchair users.
Handicap Accessible Modifications That Won’t Turn Off Future Homebuyers
Creating a Wheelchair-Accessible Backyard For Visitors
Wheelchair Gardening Tips
Building An Accessible Garage
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