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    Caregiving & Support

    You’re not alone facing the challenges of MS. We’ll give you links to online support and chat rooms, MS specialists, and resources with a larger perspective.

    1. Multiple Sclerosis Resources

      Here are a variety of resources available to help you and your family meet the challenges of MS.

    2. WebMD Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Facebook Group

      Connect with others who have MS or are caring for someone with the disease.

    3. How to Get Help for Multiple Sclerosis

      Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong disease that can get worse over time. As your symptoms grow more severe, you may need a hand to manage your condition.

    4. Finding Help for Multiple Sclerosis

      Connect with others who hae MS -- share your story, tips, and offer support in our online community.

    5. MS Caregiver Resources

      Here are organizations that can provide more information and support to those caring for someone with MS.

    6. Assisted Living for MS Patients

      Here are questions to ask and things to look for when considering an assisted living community.

    7. Hospice and End-of-Life Care for MS

      MS is a condition that often gets worse over time. Eventually, you may reach a point where your disease is too severe and the complications too numerous to keep up a good quality of life.

    8. Related Website: National Multiple Sclerosis Society

      The National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers information on  research, support, advocacy, and professional education.

    9. Related Website: Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers

      This resource is for medical specialists who treat MS. But patients and family members can access it, too.

    10. Related Website: Multiple Sclerosis Association of America

      The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America offers a helpline and access to educational publications, among other resources.

    11. Related Website: Multiple Sclerosis International Federation

      The MS International Federation is a global network of MS-related organizations.

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