Upcoming Greater Delaware Valley Events
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Check out our upcoming events below and click the links to register. 
Visit our chapter calendar for more.
September 7: First Tuesdays: MS & Sleep Disorders, Presented by St. Luke's MS Center
People with MS may have many types of sleep problems. Some are directly related to MS and others may be related to the symptoms of MS. Dr. Mian will discuss differnt sleep problems, treatment options and recommend tips for getting better sleep. Click here for more details and to register.
September 7: Wellness classes begin
Staying active physically, socially and mentally is an important part of overcoming the challenges of living with MS. That's why we're offering 10 classes in our fall lineup, including six gentle yoga classes, two Stretch, Strength and S'myelin classes, one pilates class and one dance/movement therapy class. Click here for more details and to register.
September 14: Ampyra Web-Teleconference Discussion, Sponsored by Acorda Therapeutics
People with MS and their caregivers are invited to join a Web/teleconference discussion about Ampyra. Ampyra is indicated as a treatment to improve walking in patients with MS. This was demonstrated by an increase in walking speed. Two sessions available: One at 7 p.m. and one at 9 p.m. Click here for more details and to register.
September 17: Health & Wellness Expo, presented by Komfort & Kare Home Medical & Mobility
Come out for this health expo featuring more than 100 exhibitors and more than a dozen free health screenings from ear exams to stroke screenings and massage therapy. Plus, flu shots will be given onsite. Click here for more details and to register.
September 24: 2010 Senior Exercise Expo, Presented by Senator Daylin Leach
Seniors of the 17th Senatorial District are invited to the 2010 Senior Exercise Expo in Plymouth Meeting. Come out for exhibits and information from county, state and federal agencies, as well as other groups and a program representing issues of interest to seniors. Click here for more details and to register.
September 25 & 26: Bike MS: City to Shore Ride
Cyclists travel from every corner of the globe to be part of the "best cycling getaway in N.J." City to Shore's 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.
September 30: Making MS Work Networking Event
Making MS Work is designed to connect professionals who are currently employed and living with MS, to foster business networking, establish professional connections, support open discussion about successes in the workplace in spite of MS, and promote positive approaches to working while living with MS. Click here for more details and to register.
October 7: WAMS Cocktail Night
Grab your friends and join us for a fun evening of cocktails, food, networking and a silent auction to benefit 10,000 local women living with MS. Plus, enjoy our signature Orange Crush cocktail, featuring Jacquin's Mandarin Orange Vodka. Guests must be 21 or older to attend. Click here for more details and to purchase tickets.
October 22: MS Dinner of Champions
The Greater Delaware Valley Chapter presents its highest honor, the Hope Award for philanthropic service and community leadership, at its gala event, the MS Dinner of Champions. We will present the 2010 Hope Award to Joseph A. Frick, president and CEO of Independence Blue Cross. Click here for more details and to purchase tickets.
October 23-24: Challenge Walk MS
Challenge Walk MS is a 2-day, 30-mile event set in beautiful Brandywine Valley and Historic Philadelphia. It's an experience that will truly change your life and help create a world free of MS. Click here for more details and to register.
November 21: I Run to Stop MS
Sign up today to participate in the Philadelphia Marathon and help 13,000 local people living with MS. There are three distances to choose from, including full marathon, half marathon and 8K. There is also a "fun run" for the kids. 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:
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workshops
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teleconferences
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research study updates
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wellness programs
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and more.
Check out our calendar and register now!
Drive MS awareness with a Society license plate
Pennsylvania drivers can now support the 13,000 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
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 on our podcast page.
You can also request any available podcast on a CD or other format for free by e-mailing us.
Questions?
Click here to visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.
Registration is now open for our fall wellness classes.
