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 MS. Offers in-service training and continuing education for professionals on the topic of MS.

Neuropsychological services for the following conditions, including evaluations: - ADD and learning disorders - Cerebrovascular accidents - Dementing conditions - Developmental disorders - Genetic disorders? - Medical illness or treatments - Multiple Sclerosis ?- Parkinson's Disease ???- Seizure disorders - Traumatic brain injury

Provides information, resources, and support needed to move life forward. These partners help navigate the challenges of MS unique to each individual's situation. In addition to connections to other MS Society services navigators: 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. Help provide wellness strategies that can improve quality of life including suggestions on diet, exercise, emotional well-being, and connection to local resources Assess for personalized case management through the Edward M. Dowd Personal Advocate Program Provide crisis intervention in times of need

Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Department (218)365-8738: Outpatient rehabilitation for those who have had a heart attack, coronary artery bypass graft (or other heart surgery), angina, PTCA/stent, heart or lung transplant,or other cardiac or pulmonary-related issue Diagnostic Imaging Center (218)365-8737: 2D and 3Dmammography, bone densitomery, CT scan, digital X-ray, echo ultrasound, fluoroscopy, mobile nuclear medicine, onsite MRI, and ultrasound Infusion Therapy Department (218)365-8770: Treatment of Anemia, chemotherapy, Crohn's disease, immune deficiencies, infections that cannot be treated with oral medication, Multiple sclerosis, Osteoporosis, and Rheumatoid arthritis Laboratory (218)365-8735: Full service including a wide range of testing along with therapeutic phlebotomy service sand paternity test collections Orthopaedics and Podiatry Department (218)365-8793: Bone and joint, and foot and ankle care, arthritis and carpal tunnel treatments, and sports medicine Prosthetics and Orthotics Department (218)262-3635: Partners with Hanger Clinic to provide a complete range of prosthetics and orthotic products and services including braces, orthotic shoes, support, and more Rehabilitation Services - Babbitt (218)827-2255, Ely (218)365-8755: Integrative Dry Needling (IDN), Lymphedema Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Pelvic Floor Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Sensory Integration and Praxis Test (SIPT) Sleep Medicine Department (218)365-8755 Transitional Care (218)365-8758

Focuses on diagnosing and treating problems that affect the muscles, bones and joints, as well as the nervous system. Treatment is provided for: - - Amputations - - Back pain and neck pain - - Brain injuries - - Cerebral palsy - - Concussions - - Fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions - - Joint and muscle injections - - Movement disorders - - Musculoskeletal disorders - - Multiple sclerosis - - Pain problems following trauma and surgeries - - Performing arts injuries (musicians, dancers and gymnasts) - - Post-polio - - Spasticity and other muscle tone abnormalities - - Spinal cord injury, paraplegia and quadriplegia - - Spine care - - Sports injuries - - Stroke A physiatrist conducts physical exams, prescribes healing therapies and develops treatment plans. A physiatrist can also prescribe spine and large joint injections as needed.

Residential care homes in Roseville and Shoreview provide personal assisted living and memory care. Homes are designed to keep the staff to resident ratio low to provide high levels of interaction and support. - Activities and recreational programming tailored to each individual's interests - Flat rate pricing includes on-site doctor's visits, transportation and attendant at other medical appointments, transportation to activities in the community, laundry, cooking, meals, snacks, cleaning. Can do 1- and 2-person transfers, foyer lifts, incontinence care, and most medical conditions. Hospice care can be added as an end of life service when needed.

Provides opportunities for individuals such as skill building, community and social opportunities, activities, health, and exercise education. Services can be customized for individuals as needed.

Homes located throughout the Twin Cities metro area provide: - Holistic approach - Nursing supervision and services - On-site supervisors - Opportunities for community connections and social interaction - Support

- Provides activities and classes designed and adapted for all ability levels including art and crafts classes, evening socializing, exploring the community, and becoming more active - Assesses the needs of persons with disabilities and assists them in attending education classes by placing classes in accessible buildings, supplying interpreters, mobility aides, and reasonable accommodations to access classes

- 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

Over 100 support groups in the chapter area for individuals with MS, care partners, and specialized groups Support Group Finder

Care and rehabilitation programs for individuals who have experienced a neurological illness or injury. Specialists treat a wide range of neurological disorders including (but not limited to): - Alzheimer's disease - ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) - Ataxia - Dystonia - Epilepsy - Essential tremor - Multiple sclerosis - Muscular dystrophy - Neuropathy - Parkinson's disease - Sleep disorders - Stroke

Operates group homes located in 58 sites throughout the five-county suburban Twin Cities: - 2 - 6 person homes in suburban locations for those with disabilities; typical ratio of two staff for four residents - ACR keeps residents actively engaged in the community with activities that are meaningful to clients - Each client typically has their own bedroom and the rest of the home is shared - Each home has a live-in supervisor which helps to keep knowledgeable communication with loved ones as a component of care - Most homes are wheelchair accessible, and have an accessible van. Will make and take individuals to doctor's appointments and other activities. - Supports clients with g/j tubes, ostomies, catheters, oxygen, nebulizers, vest treatments, individuals who require range-of-motion and other therapies such as standing frames, braces, and mechanical transfers.