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Wednesday, 6/13/12 @ 6:30PM ~ Worcester, MA

  

FREE "Dine with the Docs" MS Educational Series presents:  mscure fund health fair 
 "Updates on the Future MS Therapies     

Where: Beechwood Hotel, 363 Plantation St, Worcester, MA

Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Presenter: Neeta Garg, MD

Dinner served, handicap accessible & free parking  

 
Ask questions & discuss your specific concerns in a non-seminar setting. In this private, intimate & casual atmosphere, enjoy connecting with a MS expert. This is your opportunity to dicuss energing MS therapies & related issues. 

 

                     Register...

"Learn about treatment options for RRMS~ Saco, ME 

"We invite you to attend an event about fitness, nutrition and managing relationships, which are all part of a healthy lifestyle and important to people living with MS. This program highlights these wellness topics with practical tips and free resources available to you! 

Tuesday, 6/19/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Saco, ME

Hampton Inn Saco/Biddeford, 48 Industrial Park Rd, Saco, ME 04072

Presenter(s): Ann C. Cabot, DO

Register (866) 955-9999

Wednesday, 6/20/12 @ 6:30PM ~ Portland, ME

 

FREE "Dine with the Docs" MS Educational Series presents

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"Functioning with Fatigue"     
 
Where: Portland Marriott at Sable Oaks; Portland, ME 
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Presenters:  Biljana D. Beretich, MD & Amy Douglass, RN    Dinner served ~ Handicap accessible & free parking

 

Ask questions & discuss your specific concerns in a non-seminar setting. In this private, intimate & casual atmosphere, enjoy connecting with MS experts. This is your opportunity to discuss MS fatigue & related issues. 

"Discover New Idea, New Friends, and Answers" 

eNeed to brush up on your MS facts? Looking for some ideas about symptom management from a healthcare professional? Need some inspiration from other people living with RRMS? Not sure how the MS LifeLines� network can help you? This program is for you.     

Wednesday, 6/13/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Portsmouth, NH

Hilton Garen Inn Portsmouth Downtown, 100 High St, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Presenter(s): Sal Napoli, MD 

Thursday, 6/21/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Belfast, ME

Comfort Inn- Oceans Edge, 159 Searsport Ave, Belfast, ME 04915

Presenter(s): Carolyn R, MS Lifelines Ambassador & James Stevenson, MD, PhD

Thursday, 6/28/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Augusta, ME 

Senator Inn & Spa, 284 Western Ave, Augusta, ME 04330

Presenter(s): Carolyn R, MS Lifelines Ambassador & James Stevenson, MD, PhD  

Register (877) 969-1722

"What's Your Thing"

 

Biogen logoWe invite you to attend an event designed with you in mind. Listen to an MS Advocate's story about perusing personal passions. Learn more about AVONEX from experts in treatments for relapsing MS. Participate in small groups Q&A session and discussion insights with others. Hear about the support available to your through MS Active Sources.
Registration begins at 6:0pm. Dinner will be served. 
 

Wednesday, 6/20/12 @ 6:00PM ~Brewer, ME 

Schooner Restaurant, 5 S. Main St., Brewer, ME 04412

Presenter(s): James Stevenson, MD, PhD 

Wednesday, 6/20/12 @ 5:30PM ~Dedham, MA 

Joe's American Bar & Grill, 985 Providence Highway, Dedham, MA 02026

Presenter(s): Salvatore Napoli ,MD  

Tuesday, 6/26/2012 @ 5:30 PM ~ Woburn, MA

The Beacon Grille, 400 TradeCenter 128. Woburn, MA 01801

Presenter(s): Jeanne Lewis, RN 
MS Advocate: Ryan Kaplan, Framington, NH  

 Register (866) 955-9999

"Advances in MS and Current Therapies"~ Burlington, MA   
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If your life has been affected by MS in any way, this is your chance to connect with others in your MS community. Whether you're being proactive about your own health or helping to care for someone else, you can share your experience & learn about MS, treatment options & support services that are within your reach. Share real life experiences, recourses & advice with other people affected by MS. Complimentary lunch or dinner served.
 

Wednesday, 6/20/12 @ 5:30PM ~ Burlington, MA 

Papa Razzi, 2 Wall St., Burlington, MA 01803 

Presenter(s): Allen C. Bowling, MD, Ph.D.~, Director, MS Services, Director, Complementary and Alternative Medicine Program Colorado Neurological Institute 

Wendy Booker~ MS patient  

Register (800) 877-8100

"Men With MS: Facing Challenges, Finding Solutions  
Being a man can be difficult at times. Being a man living with a chronic disease such as MS can present additional challenges. Join us as we explore the impact MS can have on men. This is a MENS ONLY program. 
 
-Lunch will be provided 

 

Saturday, 6/16/12 @ 10:00 AM~ Portsmouth, NH  

Holiday Inn Portsmouth, 300 Woodbury Avenue, Portsmouth, NH  

Presenter(s): Dr. David Rintell~Psychologist at Partners MS Center,

  

Register (800) 877-8100

e Have you ever thought, If I only knew then what I know now?
Sometimes, knowledge gained from experience can provide some reassurance and comfort around uncertainties and challenges.
Attend If I Knew, a unique educational series where you can gain insights from a health care professional and share experiences with others living with relapsing MS.
In this program, Is it Me or My MS?, you will learn about some common MS symptoms, including fatigue, pain & cognitive challenges as well as some tips that may help you.  

Wednesday, 6/13/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Taunton, MA
Benjamin's Restaurant, 698 Bay St, Taunton, MA 02780

Presenter(s): Syed Rizvi, MD

Tuesday, 6/19/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Old Greenwich, CT

Hyatt Regency Hotel, 1800 East Putnum Ave, Old Greenwich, CT 06870

Presenter(s); Joshua Hasbani, MD

Tuesday, 6/19/12 @ 6:00PM ~Hyannis, MA

Cape Codder Resort & Spa, 1225 Lyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA 02601

Presenter(s): Derek Smith, MD & Timothy R., MS LifeLines Ambassador

Tuesday, 6/26/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Danbury, CT

Ethan Allen Inn, 21 Lake Ave Ext, Danbury, CT 06811

Presenter(s): Joseph Guarnaccia, MD

Wednesday, 6/27/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Farmington, CT

Farmington Marriott, 15 Farm Springs Rd, Farmington, CT 06032

Presenter(s): Derek Smith, MD 

 

Register (877) 969-1722 

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By C.H.A.T we mean: Connecting with other MS LifeLines� members at each meeting, Helping others through sharing experiences and providing support,  Aspiring by being hopeful and remaining optimistic., Teaching about everything from the basics to symptom management 

Each C.H.A.T. session will be an open dialogue led by your local MS LifeLines field nurse* and will consist of 2 distinct discussions: general MS information followed by Rebif� (interferon beta-1a) information.
Space is limited so please RSVP to confirm your spot for this year's meetings!   

Wednesday, 6/20/12 @ 11:30AM ~ Windsor ,CT

Hartford/Windsor Marriott Airport, 28 Day Hill Rd, Windsor, CT 06095

Presenter(s): Bethany Boland, RN, MS LifeLines Field Nurse

Wednesday, 6/27/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Warwick, RI

Chelo's of Warwick, 2225 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 02886

Presenter(s): Meredith Brooks, RN, MS LifeLines Field Nurse

Thursday, 6/28/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Foxboro, MA

Christina's, 2 Washington St, Route 1, Foxboro MA 02035

 Presenter(s): Meredith Brooks, RN, MS LifeLines Field Nurse 

 

Register (877) 969-1722

"An Overview of Treatments with Gilenya"
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* Hear medical specialists discuss the facts about GILENYA
* Learn about our comprehensive support services for people taking GILENYA
* Connect with other people in your community who are on or considering GILENYA   

 

Wednesday, 6/13/12 @ 6:00PM ~ Guilford, CT

Anthony's of Guilford, 2392 Boston Post Rd, Guilford, CT 06437
Featured Speaker: Derek Smith, MD
Hartford/Windsor Marriott Airport, 28 Day Hill Rd, Windsor, CT 06095
Featured Speaker: Amy Neal, PA-C, MSCS
The Chateau, 1165 Park St, Route 27, Stoughton, MA 02072
Featured Speaker: Syed Rizvi, MD
Marriott Burlington, One Mall Rd, Burlington, MA 01803
Featured Speaker: Peter Wade, MD
Hyatt Regency Newport, 1 Goat Island, Newport, RI 02840
Featured Speaker: Peter Bellafiore, MD
Kemble Inn, 2 Kemble St, Lenox, MA 01240
Featured Speaker: Peter Wade, MD 
 
Register (800) 973-0362


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2012 New Balance
Falmouth Road Race

 Sunday, 8/12/12

Join  "TEAM MS CURE" in it's running of the New Balance Falmouth Road Race on Cape Cod! 


Limited charity numbers available... minimum of $1K  per runner to join team.
 
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Clinic for Women with MS Health Issues
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 This is for women with MS
who would like to come and safely talk about their issues, including menopause, pregnancy planning, pregnancy management, nursing, etc,. Dr. Maria Houtchens  will be there primarily to consult on these specific issues and related MS treatments, she will not be taking the place of your current Neurologist.

 

For  more information,,
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Partners Multiple Sclerosis Center, One Brookline Place Brookline, MA
(617) 525-8550
SUPPORT GROUPS

 

 

MetroWest, MA
"Men with MS"
Partners MS Center

This group is for men who have MS, in their 40s & 50s, are not working, and receive disability benefits. The group meets monthly at a restaurant accessible to Rt. 128 & Mass Pike. For info, contact (617) 525-6550
Portland, Maine
Wed.  6/13/12 @ 5:30pm 
NMSS  
When: Monthly - 2nd Wed. 
Who: Patients, families, caregivers & friends.
Where: NE Rehabilitation Hospital 335 Brighton Ave. Portland, ME  
Contact: "Stacy" [email protected]
Foxboro, MA
Thursday 6/21/12 @ 5:30pm
Norwood Hospital
 
Where: Steward Meeting Group
15 Payson Rd. Foxboro, MA 
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
What: A variety of discussions on MS & how to cope
* Light refreshments severed*

 

For additional info or questions

Register (781)551-5812
[email protected]   
Winslow, Maine
Wed.  6/27/12 @ 6:00pm 
NMSS  
When: Monthly - Last Wed. 
Who: Patients, families, caregivers & friends.
Where: Winslow Public Library, 136 Halifax St, Winslow, ME
Contact:  Max  [email protected] or Eileen at (207)859-9894 or [email protected]
Department of Conservation & Recreation
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The Division of State Parks and Recreation's Universal Access Program is dedicated to providing outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts State Parks for visitors of all abilities. Accessibility to our State Parks is achieved through site improvements, specialized adaptive recreation equipment, and accessible recreation programs. We invite you to use this as a guide to discover the most accessible parks and forests that offer the recreation opportunities you seek.

 
Donations for MS Research 
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Susan A. Strachan

As Founder of MS Cure Fund and a MS patient, I've created the opportunity for people affected by MS to see their hard working dollars go directly to helping us find a CURE. Donate to our WALL of HOPE and 100% of your donations goes to the clinicians & scientists studying this disease at the Center for Neurologic Diseases at Brigham & Women's Hospital, Boston, MA
 
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