Family Matters
MS happens to families, not just to individuals. When a person is diagnosed with MS, there is immediate impact on all who love them.
The Ohio Valley Chapter offers an extensive variety of programs, services and resources for you and your family. These resources can be accessed in person, online, by phone and by mail. To learn more, contact an MS Navigator at 1-800-344-4867 or e-mail contactusnmss@nmss.org. Families can count on the National MS Society.
Such support and resources include:
- Emotional Support: Connect with a support group
- Financial Assistance: Access financial support for the family’s basic needs such as food, shelter and utilities. We can also consider assisting with items such as school activities or other family-related expenses.
- Financial Counseling: Obtain assistance with everything from basic family budgeting to long-term financial planning. Utilize this program using a phone consultation or arrange a personalized meeting in the comfort of your own home.
- Education: Attend educational seminars or telelearning opportunities to discover advancements in MS research, topics on living daily with MS, being newly diagnosed, and living with Primary Progressive MS.
- Social and Recreational Programs: Engage and connect with other families with similar experiences at our annual Walk MS Events or social fun days.