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Helping the MS Community
Since 1949
"To improve the Quality of Life of persons with Multiple Sclerosis and their families" Other Programs and Services
To access any of our services or programs, call (503) 297-9544 or email us at programs@msoregon.org Information & Referral
Through the MSSP, you can get help with home repair/modification,
plumbing problems, weatherization and more. We can hook you up with a
concerned caregiver or help you dive into a cool swimming pool
exercise program. We can even access beauticians who make house calls!
The staff at MSSP has the contacts and resources you want and
need to help make your life a little easier. We also have free packets
filled with information on all aspects of MS. Contact us for more
information.
Apply Now!Newsletter
MSSP’s quarterly newsletter, the "MULTA SPES",
is
packed with information on the latest research, MSSP events, stories of
inspiration,
advice on coping with MS and other information of interest to the MS
community.
Contact us for more information. Apply
Now!
You can also read the online version of the MSSP Newsletter here.... MULTA SPES Social Support
Come join us at our free social events, made available to MS persons,
their family members, friends and caregivers. MSSP provides food,
entertainment, guest speakers with current information on MS or symptom
management and most importantly, fellowship. Transportation is provided
for any person with MS who needs it. See our calendar page of events or
contact us here for more information.
Apply
Now! Education
MSSP provides fact sheets written in simple layman’s
terms that help you keep in touch with the latest information, research
and symptom management treatments available. MSSP also maintains
a lending library of information for quick answers to your questions.
The books, audio and videotapes are available to the public for
educational
and personal information.
Apply Now!
MSSP also maintains a lending library of information for quick reference to answer incoming written and oral questions. The books, audio and video tapes are available to the public for educational and personal information. Apply Now! Medical Equipment
MSSP accepts donations of usable medical equipment for its lending
closet. The equipment varies from manual and battery-operated
wheelchairs to standing frames. The donated equipment is available on
loan to anyone in the MS community for as long as they need it.
Apply Now!Peer Support Groups
MSSP’s “Sunshine Committee” and “Good Neighbor” programs offer MS peers
and volunteers who call patients and make visits
to offer support, empathy, suggestions for coping and good
fellowship.
Apply Now! Crisis Intervention
MSSP is there with one-time emergency assistance to people with MS when
no other resources are available. This service is made available on a
case-by-case basis. Apply
Now! Care Management
The MSSP’s staff works in partnership with MS persons to assist them in
linking-up with needed care and local resources. Staff provides
advocacy with medical personnel and other social service agencies so
that the person with MS has a well-rounded support system. We
also have educational materials and hands-on training for family
and care providers available on request.
Apply Now! You can apply on-line for services or call the office at (503) 297-9544 to have an application sent to you. |
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