The Maine Chapter offers a wide range of programs to help you and your family cope with the everyday demands of living with MS. These goals are achieved through national and local programs that:
- Inform and educate people with MS and their families, professionals, community groups and the public about multiple sclerosis.
- Provide support programs that help people living with MS and their families.
- Help people gain access to community resources.
- Advocate for change at the local, state and national levels.
The Maine Chapter website and the National MS Society website are full of useful tools and information.
If you have questions that are not answered here, please feel free to contact the Maine Chapter at 1-800-FIGHT MS (1-800-344-4867, Select Option 1) or e-mail mainegeneralinfo@nmss.org.
We can help
Programs and Educational Resources: There are many ways to learn about MS, from on-line courses to local educational programs to networking with others who have MS.
Programs Calendar: View our chapter’s calendar to see a list of the upcoming programs and events.
Financial Assistance: The Maine Chapter’s Financial Assistance Program is designed to help pay for items and services that enhance the quality of life and increase independence for people diagnosed with MS. Funds are available on a first come first served basis.
Self Help Groups: Looking for connection and support with others living with MS. Check out our many self help groups throughout the state.
MS Buddies Peer Support Program: Are you newly diagnosed with MS, going through a transition, needing someone to talk to? Maybe our Buddy Program can help.
Newly Diagnosed with MS?: If your diagnosis of MS is new for you we have resources that may be of help.
Care Management: Are you struggling with life’s challenges due to your MS. We can help.
Professional Resources: Are you a professional seeking information about MS? Looking for a staff inservice? Looking for educational opportunities? Look no further.