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Get ready for the ride of your life

PA Dutch Ride 2009Starting just an hour's drive northwest of Center City Philadelphia, Bike MS: PA Dutch Ride 2009 takes you through the rolling hills of Montgomery Country and into the scenic Amish farmlands of Chester and Lancaster counties. The unique route gives the event a unique spirit -- a sense of community perfectly captured by the Saturday night finish line party at Millersville University. Register now to experience the sights and sounds of PA Dutch.

Volunteers needed!
In these difficult economic times, people living with MS need our help more than ever, and your support of the Bike MS: PA Dutch Ride has never been more important. The ride is still in great need of volunteer support throughout the entire weekend. So gather your family and friends and spend Saturday, Sunday or the whole weekend having fun and making a difference in the lives of people affected by MS. Click here to register to volunteer today. Click here to learn about new Bike MS volunteer positions. Clicky

Upcoming Greater Delaware Valley Events

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July 18 & 19: Bike MS: PA Dutch Ride
Starting just an hour's drive northwest of Center City Philadelphia, this cycling event of a lifetime takes you through the rolling hills of Montgomery County and the scenic Amish farmlands of Chester and Lancaster counties. Click here for more details and to register.

August 8: St. Luke's MS Beach Bash
Take in the sun and important information at St. Luke's MS Beach Bash. This event promises fun and education for the entire family. Plus, get free admission, free parking and a free lunch. Click here to download the flyer (PDF) and learn more.

August 12: Family Fun at Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
Join the National MS Society at Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom for a day filled with rides, companionship and food. Take a break from the fun to learn more about the services offered by the Society, including new wellness and employment offerings. Click here for more details and to register.

August 19: My MS: Progressive MS - Teleconference
Learn how MS progresses, what to expect when the disease advances and how doctors, patients and scientists are fighting back. Dr. David Jones, Director, MS Center of the Lehigh Valley,  will present topics including disease-modifying therapies, symptom management and research updates, followed by a short Q&A session. Click here for more details and to register.

September 15: My MS: Newly Diagnosed - Malvern
Learn how to move forward with MS. Multiple sclerosis specialists will discuss the science of MS, its disease course, its symptoms, the various treatments that are available and the latest research toward a cure, followed by a short Q&A session. Click here for more details and to register.

September 22: My MS: Newly Diagnosed - Allentown
Learn how to move forward with MS. Multiple sclerosis specialists will discuss the science of MS, its disease course, its symptoms, the various treatments that are available and the latest research toward a cure, followed by a short Q&A session. Click here for more details and to register.

September 21: My MS: Newly Diagnosed - Cherry Hill
Learn how to move forward with MS. Multiple sclerosis specialists will discuss the science of MS, its disease course, its symptoms, the various treatments that are available and the latest research toward a cure, followed by a short Q&A session. Click here for more details and to register.

October 3 & 4: Bike MS: City to Shore Ride
Cyclists travel from every corner of the globe to be part of the best cycling getaway in New Jersey. Starting near Philadelphia, City to Shore's exclusive route travels through blueberry fields and pine barrens before winding its way to Ocean City, one of the top family resorts in the country. Click here for more details and to register.

October 17-18: Challenge Walk MS
This two-day, 30-mile event, set in the beautiful Brandywine Valley and historic Philadelphia, takes participants through some of the most picturesque areas Pennsylvania has to offer and creates lasting memories. Escape for the weekend and the cure! Click here for more details and to register.

 


Greater Delaware Valley Programs & Services

MS stops people from moving. We exist to make sure it doesn't.

If you or someone you know has MS, we can help. Our services include: 

For information about the assistance available from our chapter, visit our programs & services page.
 

Program Registration

Upcoming events include:

  • workshops
  • teleconferences
  • research study updates
  • and more.

Check out our calendar and register now!
 

Drive MS awareness with a Society license plate 

Society License PlatePennsylvania drivers can now support the 11,000 local people living with MS by purchasing a National MS Society license plate.

To apply for a plate, download and fill out this form (PDF, 353 KB). Send the form and a check for $50 made out to the National MS Society, to:

National MS Society
Attention: Specialty License Plates
1 Reed St., #200
Philadelphia, PA 19147

Click here for detailed application instructions.
 

Be an MS Activist

MS Activist T-shirt

Sign up 20 people for Action Alerts and receive an MS Activist T-shirt!

To download and print forms, click here.

We'll also send you a T-shirt for meeting with your legislator and sharing your story.

Learn more about MS Advocacy. Click here to take action.


For Health-Care Professionals

We provide resources for people living with MS as well as for caregivers. Click here for our information and resources specifically for health-care professionals.
 

Podcasts Now Available

You can now listen to or download recordings of workshops and special presentations our podcast page.

You can also request any available podcast on a CD or other format for free by sending us an e-mail.
 

Questions?

Click here to visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.

 


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