The Ohio Valley Chapter sponsors Life with MS groups throughout the 27 county service area. Life with MS groups provide opportunities to gain peer support, receive information about the latest research, treatments, supports and services available to those with MS. Members gain practical tips and support from others who have shared similar experiences as well as professional advice from members of our speaker's bureau. The group experience helps members become more empowered to cope with the challenges of their MS in a supportive and confidential environment. In addition to monthly meetings, some groups also organize recreational outings for members, or focus on advocacy issues.
The chapter supports Life with MS groups by providing the initial orientation and on-going training to leaders and co-leaders. Leaders receive regular research and program updates, as well as a chapter and national newsletter with program ideas, updates and tips for running meetings. Additionally, a chapter staff liaison works with each group, to help schedule speakers from our professional speaker’s bureau, develop topics and activities, and maintain monthly contact with the leader. Staff liaisons also visit the group annually. If you are interested in starting a new self-help group in your area, please call 1-800-344-4867.
GREATER CINCINNATI
Butler County
Berkley Square
100 Berkley Drive, Hamilton, OH
Meets 2nd Tues. /month, 7pm
Contact Judy (513) 523-6786
Care Partners Group
Panera, Community Room
8420 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH
Meets 4th Wed. /month, 7pm
Contact Jody (513) 575-2660
College Hill
North College Hill Recreation Center
5545 Belmont Ave, Cincinnati, OH
Meets 2nd Sat. /month, 10am
Contact Carolyn (513) 641-3156
NKY Lunch Buddies
Logan's Roadhouse
6935 Houston Rd, Florence, KY
Meets 1st Thurs./month, 1pm
Contact Benita: (859) 640-6300
Newly Diagnosed
Will meet 1st Tues/month, 7pm
Location will vary
Contact Helen: msnewlydiagnosed@msn.com
EASTERN COUNTIES
Ross
Adena Regional Medical, West Entrance
272 Hospital Rd., Chillicothe, OH
Meets last Sun. /month 3pm
Contact Larry (937) 981-4622
Gallia
Holzer Medical Center, Conference Room A
100 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH
Meets 2nd Mon. /month, 6pm
Contact Amber (740) 367-0517
GREATER DAYTON
Miami County
Robinson YMCA
3060 S County Rd 25A, Troy, OH
Meets 2nd Tues. /month, 7pm
Contact Sam (937) 676-5877
South Dayton
Charles Lathrem Senior Center
2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering, OH
Meets 2nd Wed. /month, 6:30pm
Contact Deneko (937) 270-1156
Fairborn
Fairborn Senior Center
325 N 3rd St., Fairborn
Meets 2nd Tues. /month, 6pm
Contact Deena Hill: lenise624@yahoo.com