Multiple Sclerosis

MS Navigator - National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Upper Midwest Chapter

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https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources

Provides information, resources, and support needed to move life forward. These partners help navigate the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) unique to each individual's situation. In addition to connections to other MS Society services navigators:- Assess for personalized case management through the Edward M. Dowd Personal Advocate ProgramProvide crisis intervention in times of need- Help provide wellness strategies that can improve quality of life including suggestions on diet, exercise, emotional well-being, and connection to local resources- Navigate through the complexities of finding healthcare providers, benefits, insurance and access to coverage, and employment- Offer financial assistance with obtaining durable medical equipment and aids for daily living, emergency financial assistance for help with housing or utility shut off, respite care, chores, home modifications, and more. Will assist individuals with future planning.

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Medical Equipment Expense Assistance Disease/Disability Information Gas Service Payment Assistance Wellness Programs Assistive Technology Expense Assistance Water Service Payment Assistance Personal Health Care Advocate Services Specialized Information and Referral Rent Payment Assistance Heating Fuel Payment Assistance Electric Service Payment Assistance Multiple Sclerosis Case/Care Management Referrals Mortgage Payment Assistance

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Advocacy and Education - National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Upper Midwest Chapter

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(800)344-4867

https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-connected/in-your-area/mnm

Helps persons with MS with employment concerns, disability discrimination, and ADA information- Individual advocacy- Legislative advocacy for changes in state and federal public policy- Educational programs deliver relevant and accurate information to help face the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Offers in-service training and continuing education for professionals on the topic of MS.

What's Here

Multiple Sclerosis Individual Advocacy Speakers/Speakers Bureaus Employment Discrimination Assistance Disease/Disability Information

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Social Membership Programs - 125 LIVE Center for Active Adults

125 Elton Hills Drive NW, Rochester, MN 55901

(507)287-1404

https://125livemn.org/

Billiards room- Computer lab/technology learning center- Crafts including ceramics and painting instruction- Federal Funded Meal Program - Lunches and Grocery Services for Low Income Seniors: For older adults over age 65. Members are permitted to eat their meal onsite, in designated social spaces.- Games (including cards)- Library with books in large print- Meeting space available for reservation for events/conferences- Music- Movies- Pickleball- Ping pong- Social groups including knitting and quilting- Special events and trips- Support Groups: Cancer, diabetes, grief, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's caregivers, recovery and self care- Virtual Outreach: Partnership between 125 LIVE and Elder Network to reach out via Zoom and phone calls to seniors in need of socialization