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"To improve the Quality of Life of persons with Multiple Sclerosis and their families" If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, you want caring, understanding and helpful folks by your side. That’s where we come in. At the MSSP, our sole purpose is to help improve the quality of life for those living with MS, including family members and caregivers. We offer a wide range of information to help those dealing with MS to understand the disease. We provide referrals to a wide range of programs and support, and our services are designed with the comfort, convenience and relaxation of those with MS. Here are some of the services we provide: •
Project Helping Hands brings volunteer
licensed massage therapists together with people
with MS. The LMTs provide up to 4 discounted
massages to soothe the discomfort of MS.
• Sheila’s
Gift - At age 18, during her first year of
college, Ms. Converse was diagnosed with the rarest
form of MS (primary progressive). She steadily
and continually worsened until at age 45 she died in
Ashland, Oregon. Ms. Converse left a bequest
(Sheila’s Gift) which designates funds be used to
improve the lives of minor children living in
Southern Oregon (Ashland/Medford areas) whose
parents have been diagnosed with MS.
• We can provide a wide variety of medical equipment , such as wheelchairs, canes, scooters and shower benches. • We have
some funds for emergency, one-time needs, with
everything from moving to housecleaning.
• Because the heat of
summer can intensify some symptoms of MS, we give
out portable air conditioners to those who need them
through our Summer Comfort
program.
• We have peer
counselors ready and willing to help you
understand the challenges of MS, and will soon have
them available on line.
• We have
numerous social activities available for relaxation
and fun.
• Our
quarterly newsletter offers additional information,
along with stories of inspiration and hope.
As an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization, MSSP is supported through tax-deductible private contributions , bequests and grants. We collaborate with other MS organizations regionally and nationwide on program services and fundraising events. We receive no federal or state assistance and no United Way funding (other than donor-option contributions). Our services are available to all in Oregon and Southwest Washington.  CaringBridge is a nonprofit offering many ways for people to care for each other during any type of health event.  |
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