Looking to connect with other caregivers, family members, or people affected by MS? Self-help groups bring people together who share common life experiences for support, education and mutual aid.

Search for and connect with a trained peer support volunteer who can provide you with helpful tips, suggestions and emotional support for the challenges that MS throws at you. Connect via one-on-one ongoing telephone or email conversations.

MSFriends®connects you with a supportive, empathetic volunteer who understands life with MS and can say, “I've been there, too.” MSFriends meet for up to six months via phone, email or video calls based on your preference. Click here to learn more about MSFriends connection opportunity.

A list of pharmaceutical and non profit financial assistance programs to assist with the costs of MS medications.

This is a teleconference recording that aired on April 3, 2014. During this teleconference: Participants will be aware of normal bowel and bladder function without MS; participants will learn what dysfunction can occur related to MS; participants will be able to explore these issues with their health care provider for solutions that will lessen the impact on their overall quality of life.

Mary Hughes, MD, answers a viewer's question about tests for the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

Mary Hughes, MD, answers a viewer's question about why someone gets multiple sclerosis.

Mary Hughes, MD, answers a viewer's question about getting a second opinion on a non-diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

This video features a discussion with Mary Hughes, MD, and Walter Royal, MD, who talk about diagnosis and clinical courses for African-Americans with multiple sclerosis.

Mary Hughes, MD, answers a viewer's question about her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and how to cope with the disease.

General overview of the employment issues that might concern people newly diagnosed.

Symptoms, disease patterns, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, and research efforts.

Original Air Date: November 4, 2010 Presenters: Trevis Gleason & Ray Heacox

The 2-1-1 online community resource database is the most up-to-date and comprehensive database of health and human services in Alaska. If you have difficulty finding services online, call Alaska 2-1-1.

The 2-1-1 online resource database is the most up-to-date and comprehensive database of health and human services in Idaho. If you have difficulty finding services online, call the 2-1-1 Idaho CareLine.

2-1-1 Community Resources Online is the most up-to-date and comprehensive database of health and human services in King County. If you have difficulty finding services online, call King County 2-1-1 for assistance.

The 2-1-1 online resource locator is the most up-to-date and comprehensive database of health and human services in Montana. If you have difficulty finding services online, call Montana 2-1-1.

The 2-1-1 online resource database is the most up-to-date and comprehensive database of health and human services in Washington State. If you have difficulty finding services online, call Washington State 2-1-1 for assistance.

For people to give to their employers if they decide to disclose their MS.

During this teleconference participants will: Understand the risks and benefits of different treatment options; Learn about new treatments on the horizon; Understand how different treatment options compare to each other. The speaker, Dr. Graesser, specializes in MS and in addition to general neurology cases, she also provides care for movement disorders, headaches, and neurologic disorders in pregnancy.

Part 2- Recent Changes to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our understanding of the role that cognition and mood play in a person’s experience of multiple sclerosis has expanded dramatically in recent years. Learn why and how people with MS experience changes in mood and cognitive functioning, and the latest information on how these symptoms can be addressed—from physical activity, medications and counseling to self-management strategies.

Part 4- Managing Fatigue in the Workplace

Part 5- Managing Cognitive Challenges in the Workplace

Part 6- Assistive Technology and the Workplace

Part 3- Disclosure in the Workplace

Part 1- Thinking Proactively About Employment

Comprehensive information on the disease-modifying treatments for multiple sclerosis. Includes how each is taken, side effects, benefits and available help. Read more about other medications for symptom and relapse management. Early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can make a difference for people with multiple sclerosis. Learn about your options by talking to your health care professional and contacting the Society at 1-800-344-4867.

Discusses whom, when, and how to tell in both personal and work situations; includes personal vignettes.

Facts and common misconceptions, plus practical ways to evaluate benefits and risks. By Virginia Foster.

Coping with invisible MS symptoms.

Knowledge Is Power contains current and accurate information relevant for people facing a new diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS), presented in a series of easy-to-understand topics.

This video features an interview with Fred Foley, PhD, who discusses stress, depression, and anxiety and multiple sclerosis and techniques for dealing with stress.

This video features an interview with Fred Foley, PhD, who discusses stress and multiple sclerosis.

This video features part three of a three-part series of discussion with country music star Clay Walker, who talks about living with multiple sclerosis.

This video features part two of a three-part series of discussion with country music star Clay Walker, who talks about living with multiple sclerosis.

This video features part one of a three-part series of discussion with country music star Clay Walker, who talks about living with multiple sclerosis.

To date, few modifiable risk factors have been found to influence the development or course of MS. Cigarette smoking – which can cause serious health issues including lung cancer, increased risk of infections, and heart disease, and is the primary cause of preventable death in the United States – has also been identified as a risk factor in the development and progression of MS.

This video is a resource for employers, featuring discussions about multiple sclerosis in the workplace.

Promising MS Research to Repair, Protect and Restore the Nervous System. Moderator Kate Milliken and panelists Dr. Ben Barres, Dr. Jonah Chan, Dr. Timothy Coetzee and Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl. December 5, 2013

The Spring 2013 issue of Momentum magazine, with a special bilingual feature on the Latino / Hispanic experience of living with MS.

The Winter 2012-13 issue of Momentum magazine. Features include "Not Your Friend's MS" and "The Pursuit of Happiness."

The Summer issue of Momentum, with features on disclosure and art therapy.

The Fall 2012 issue of Momentum, with a feature on families and MS.

MS happens to families, not just to individuals. You probably have many questions about MS – what will happen to my family member with MS, how can we plan, how do we manage the unpredictability of the disease? The National MS Society is here to help you navigate the challenges of living MS with a personalized response to your unique needs.

Clinical trials help to find solutions for everyone affected by MS. Find studies near you.

From basic principles to unique solutions for saving time and energy to specific ideas, this book is packed with helpful information for those coping with the special challenges of a chronic illness. Updated chapters cover Home Safety and Accessibility, Computers and Technology, Looking Good, Feeling Better - Grooming and Dressing, Managing Mealtime, and much more.