These programs may be of interest to people living with MS and their friends, family, co-workers and care partners. Please review the disclaimer before signing up or taking advantage of any of these non-National MS Society programs.
MS Information and Encouragement Group
3rd Thursday of the Month at 7 pm*
Sandbridge Community Chapel
Community Center Building
3041 Sandpiper Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
*In April, group will meet 2nd Thursday of the month.
For more information, please contact Mike Finch at mikefinch747@yahoo.com or by phone at 757-721-3105 (please leave message)--email preferred.
Multiple Sclerosis Educational Group: Helpful, Hopeful, and Monthly!
The Multiple Sclerosis Educational Group is your opportunity to exchange information and coping strategies and get the latest on MS research and treatment in a comfortable and confidential environment. This program is designed for multiple sclerosis patients,caregivers, and families.
4th Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm**
Neurosciences Conference Room
Riverside Medical Office Building
12200 Warwick Blvd.
Newport News, VA 23601
**Due to the holidays, group will not meet in November or December.
For more information or to pre-register, please call 757-875-7880 or visit riversideonline.com. To sign up for our monthly MS electronic newsletter go to riversidehealthdiscussions.com.
Department of Veteran Affairs Caregiver Initiative
The Department of Veteran Affairs has launched a monthly support and education conference call for caregivers of Veterans with MS, where caregivers can connect and share their experiences. In addition to time for networking, educational topics and resources will also be discussed.
The group meets the fourth Monday of every month from 8-9 pm ET. The call-in number is 1-800-767-1750, access code 43157#.
For more information on this monthly support group please contact the group’s facilitator, Maggie Kazmierski, LCSW-C at 1-800-464-6295, ext. 6095/410-605-7000, ext. 6095 or email Margaret.Kazmierski@va.gov.
Multiple Sclerosis Relapses: Evaluating Your MS Exacerbation Treatment Options
Location: Newport News Marriott at City Center (Newport News, VA)
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 26th at 6:30 pm
Presenter: K. Alvin Lloyd, MD
To register for this educational event call 877-219-0410 or visit www.msrelapseprogram.com and refer to Progarm # 1140.
This program is provided by Questcor Pharmaceuticals, the maker of Gilenya.
DISCLAIMER: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society does not endorse products, services, or manufacturers. Programs appear here solely because they are considered valuable information and you may find them beneficial. The Chapter assumes no liability for these programs or the use or contents of any product or service mentioned. Additionally, it is important to note that any person registering for the programs listed below will be sharing their personal information with an organization outside of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.