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 for any non-National MS Society programs or industry sponsored promotional progams.
Looking for local exercise programs? Visit our Community Exercise page
C.H.A.T. about MS
Presented by EMD Serono, this education and interactive program offers unique insight and open dialogue where you will have the opportunity to share your experiences, learn from others and speak with your local MS Lifelines Field Nurse. Join us November 17 to hear about community resources for MS and enjoy complimentary heavy hors d'oeuvres.
Featured Speaker:
Tamela Brown, RN, BSN, MSCN
When:
Tuesday, November 17
Registration at 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Country Inn & Suites
19333 North Creek Parkway
Bothell, WA 98011
Register:
Call toll free 1-877-329-8327
Communication Group
Do you want to improve your communication skills? Participate with others who have communication difficulty from stroke, Parkinsons Disease, multiple sclerosis, or other neurological changes. Improve your skills in a relaxed, welcoming environment - facilitated by an Evergreen Healthcare speech/language pathologist. Coffee and cookies provided.
When:
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month
1:00-2:00 p.m.
Where:
Evergreen Hospital Education Center
12333 NE 130th Ln
Kirkland, WA 98034
Registration:
$5 per session fee. Register online at www.evergreenhealthcare.org or call 425-899-3000.
Men's Caregiver Support Group
This drop-in group meets the third Thursday each month and is facilitated by the Greenwood Senior Center.
When:
Third Thursday of each month
3:30-5:00 p.m.
Where:
Greenwood Senior Center
525 N 85th St
Seattle, WA
Register:
No need to register. You may drop in to any session. There is no cost to attend.
Questions? Call 206-297-0875.
Living Well With Multiple Sclerosis
If you've recently been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, you may be feeling overwhelmed and confused. Chances are, you have many questions about different treatment options, nutrition information and physical limitations. Join Multicare for a free educational seminar focused on living well with multiple sclerosis. You'll hear from our panel of medical experts on topics ranging from innovative treatments for your physical health to care and treatment of your mental health. You'll have a chance to get all of your questions answered!
When:
Saturday, December 12, 2009
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where:
Jackson Hall, MultiCare
314 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Tacoma, WA
Register:
To register, please call 253-403-1052
Living With MS: An In-Depth Look
Presented by TEVA Neuroscience, join experts Virginia Simnad, MD, Lahar Mehta, MD & Ted Brown, MD from the MS Center at Evergreen for a comprehensive overview that covers cognition, spasticity management and prospects for neurorecovery in MS and what you can do about it! Refreshments and light meal provided.
When:
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Evergreen Hospital Medical Center
Kirkland, WA
Register:
Call size is limited, pre-registration required. Call 425-899-3000, Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. or register online at www.evergreenhealthcare.org
"Moms With MS" Meetup and e-groups
Moms with MS has been created as a place where mothers who have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis can come to talk, chat, post tips, compare notes, recipes and more around dealing with anything mother or MS related. Visit www.meetup.com/Seattle-Moms-With-MS-Meetup-Group or www.MomsWithMS.com.
DISCLAIMER: These online groups were created, managed and inspired entirely by volunteers outside of the National MS Society, Greater Washington Chapter. The Chapter assumes no liability for any activity or event coordinated through these groups, nor the use or contents of any product or service mentioned. Any person signing up with these groups will be sharing their personal information with an entity outside of the National MS Society, and should do so at their own discretion.
MS Wellness Lecture Series
This new lecture series, which replaces MS 101, focuses on helping you to live well. The MS Wellness Lecture Series offers one evening lecture every eight weeks and will cover the following topics in 2009.
When:
Thursday, November 12: Productive Employment: Managing Your Rights in the Workplace
Where:
Swedish Medical Center - James Tower Education Center
Room C
550 17th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
Register:
For more information or to register, please visit www.swedish.org/classes or call 206-386-2502.
Meet other young adults with MS
Are you interested in meeting people ages 18-35 who have MS and want to hang out together? Join a volunteer-led, young adults e-Group! Receive invites and updates about what other young adults with MS are doing in your area! Learn more
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.