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National Multiple Sclerosis Society Hampton Roads Chapter 760 Lynnhaven Parkway, Suite 201 Virginia Beach, VA 23452 Toll Free: 1-800-FIGHT MS Local: 757-490-9627 Fax: 757-490-1617 Web: www.fightms.com
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Studies show that early and ongoing treatment with an FDAapproved therapy can reduce future disease activity and improve quality of life for many people with multiple sclerosis.
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January 2011
Hampton Roads Chapter 760 Lynnhaven Parkway Suite 201 Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Please note that the chapter office will be closed January 17.
For more information or to register, please contact the Chapter office at 757-490-9627 or visit our website at www.fightMS.com>Programs and Services tab. Sign Up to Participate in Our 2nd Annual Virtual Advocacy Day! We need your help to reinforce our advocacy message! On January 24, the four Virginia Chapters will host our Annual Legislative Action Day; however, only a few volunteers will be able to join us at the state capitol. Join this virtual movement and increase our impact on Virginia legislators! Clients who register for our Virtual Advocacy Day will receive sample Facebook statuses and Tweets, sample blogs that can replicated, and email templates that can be used to communicate with legislators. The more voices we have, the more we raise awareness!
Living with Progressive MS Two-Part Teleconference Series If your doctor has told you that you have a progressive form of MS, you’re probably wondering what that means for your treatment options and your quality of life now and in the future. Join us for our Living with Progressive MS Teleconference Series and hear useful information directly from experts in the field who will address your many questions. January 25th, 2011 at 6:30 pm--Progressive MS: An Overview The registration deadline is Jan. 17, 2011. Increase your knowledge of progressive MS symptoms, symptom management, emotional issues, coping strategies, family issues, and resources for when support from family and friends is not enough. February 1st, 2011 at 6:30 pm--The “Ex-Rated” Guide to Living with MS The registration deadline is Jan. 24, 2011. Living and living well are two different things. Learn from one who has been there—who has lived with severe disability due to primary progressive MS for over 30 years—how giving in to life’s challenges does not have to mean giving up. Learn how you can make creative compromises to make life more manageable and more enjoyable.
Employment Teleconference Series We are pleased to offer you a 6 week series of teleconferences on a variety of employment topics. Each teleconference lasts an hour and a half and is accessible via a toll-free number. Please watch your mail for a special brochure with all the details or visit fightMS.com. Jan. 27 @ 7pm: How to Apply for Jobs in the Fed. Gov’t
Feb. 24@ 7pm: Jobs with Flexibility
Feb. 10 @ 7pm: SSDI Eligibility and Application Process
Mar. 16 @ 7pm: Managing Challenging Symptoms on the Job
Feb. 17@ 7pm: SSDI and Returning to Work
Mar.30 @ 7pm: Wellness and Work
MS Famiy Fun Day: Virginia Living Museum--February 17 from 6-8 pm Everybody needs to enjoy a little fun time! That’s why we’ve created MS Family Fun Days. Get the family together, head for an entertaining event in the community, and have some fun with other families living with MS. So come on out and join us at the Virginia Living Museum Thursday, Feb. 17 from 6-8 pm. We have exclusive use of the museum and you won’t want to miss out on the up close animal encounters we have planned! Registration fee- $4.00/per person.
Light refreshments and food will be served.
Virginia Living Museum (524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601)--To learn more about the museum visit thevlm.org.
January Self Help Groups For more detailed information on times and locations, call the chapter office at (757) 490-9627. Jan. 5 @ 10 am- Gloucester Group Riverside Wellness and Fitness Cntr. (7516 Hospital Dr.) Jan. 6 @ 10:30 am- African American Inspirational Group Hampton Public Library (936 Big Bethel Road) For more information contact VeeGee at (757) 746-2103 or veegee215@yahoo.com. Jan. 11 @ 10 am- Virginia Beach Morning Group Kempsville Library (832 Kempsville Rd.) For more information contact Pete at (757) 497-6594 or petercarolhennessy@gmail.com. Jan. 12 & 26 @ 5:30 pm- Williamsburg Group James City County/ Williamsburg Community Center For more information contact JoAnn at (757) 220- 0902. Jan. 13 @ 5:30 pm- Peninsula Evening Group Sentara Careplex Hospital (Conf. Room A) For more information contact Diana at (757) 722-2492. Jan. 18 @ 7 pm- Chesapeake Group** **Special Presentation--North American Education Program: Who? Why? How? Searching for the Cause of MS Lifestyle Fitness Center @ Ches. Regional Medical Center For more information contact Margie at (757) 482-3247. Jan. 19 @ 6:30 pm- Suffolk Group Magnolia United Methodist Church (1764 Wilroy Rd.) For more information, please contact Willie Ann at (757) 539-0139. Jan. 26 @ 3 pm- Southside Group Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library (Libris Room) 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach. VA Find someone to chat with on the web at www.msworld.org.