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Educational teleconferences are an ideal way to learn about a variety of issues that may affect you and your loved ones. You can join us from the comfort of your own phone for a year of informative conference calls on diverse topics of interest to people living with MS.   This educational series is free and made available through the collaboration of the following chapters of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society:   Connecticut, Greater New England, Long Island, New Jersey Metro, New York City-Southern New York and Rhode Island. Participation in a call is a simple process -- you just have to register with the Chapter and you will be provided with a toll free number. Early registration for the calls will guarantee that you receive reminders and updated information, as necessary. The schedule is noted below:

You can register directly from the links above; if you require more information or you prefer to register by telephone, call the Chapter at 1-800-344-4867.

View the Chapter website often to learn of program updates.  

The 2011 schedule included the following topics:  Vitamin D, Reproductive Issues in MS, Progressive MS (a 2 part series) and CCSVI. If you missed any of the calls and you want to hear a recording, contact Sharon at the Chapter at sharon.merrittt@nmss.org.

Employment Issues

The National MS Society will host a series of educational teleconferences that focus on specific employment issues. Save the dates for the following topics; REGISTER NOW:

Click here for more resources on the 2012 Employment Teleconference Series

Click here if you have missed any of the 2011 Employment Teleconference Series

Over the course of several months in 2011, a series of free educational teleconferences focused on employment issues was presented. Valuable information was shared with the participants including these topics:  How to Apply for Jobs in the Federal Government,; Social Security Disability Eligibility and Application Process; Social Security Disability and Returning to Work; Part-Time Jobs with Flexibility; Practical tips for Managing Challenging MS Symptoms on the Job; and Wellness and Work.

Special thanks to  Emd serono logo for funding this program.

Visit this website in October, 2011 to view the 2012 schedule of educational teleconferences!
 

Conference Call Support Groups

You (and your family and friends and caregivers) are invited to participate in Conference Call Support Groups for individuals living with MS.  These groups are created to meet the needs of people with similar concerns. The Conference Call Groups are an hour long, free of charge and require no special equipment. These calls are easily accessible from your home and are a great way to connect and get support from your peers and professionals for twelve weeks beginning the week of April 4, 2011.

All groups provide opportunities to discuss MS-related concerns, experiences and resources. Groups are conducted by trained therapists. To participate in a group, you must be registered as a member of the National MS Society; membership is free. The specific groups include:

  • Caregiver/Partners
  • Children (ages 9-14) Who Have a Parent Living with MS
  • Cognitive Concerns
  • Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgendered
  • Men’s Concerns
  • Newly Diagnosed
  • Pain and Spasticity Management
  • Parenting (for parents with MS who have children 18 or younger)
  • Residents of Nursing Homes
  • Stress Management

 

To learn more about these Conference Call support groups, click on this link (it will take you to the NYC-SNY Chapter website) http://www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/nyn/programsandservices/counseling-services-and-emotional-support/support-groups/index.aspx. You can register online or via telephone. If you register via telephone, please indicate that you want to register for a Conference Call Support Group.