* MSCF's FREE Lifestyle Management Programs *
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Tuesday, 10/8/13 @ 6:30pm ~ Framingham, MA
MS Cure Fund's Free "MS Lifestyle Management Program"
"An Update on New MS Therapies"
Where: Aegean Restaurant, 257 Cochituate Road, Framingham MA
Time: Check-in @ 6:00pm ~ Program: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
In this private, intimate & casual atmosphere, enjoy connecting with a MS expert one on one. This is your opportunity to discuss MS therapy updates & MS related issues.
** Space is limited ~ Attendees may bring one (1) guest **
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Wednesday, 10/9/13 @ 6:30pm ~ Concord, NH
MS Cure Fund's Free "MS Lifestyle Management Program"
"Pain Management in MS"
Where: Grappone Center, 70 Constitution Street, Concord, NH
Time: Check-in @ 6:00pm ~ Program: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
In this private, intimate & causal atmosphere, enjoy connecting with a MS expert one on one. this is your opportunity to discuss MS therapy updates & related MS issues. View Invitation
** Space is limited ~ Attendees may bring one (1) guest **
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Thursday, 10/17/13 @ 6:30pm ~ Burlington, MA
MS Cure Fund's Free "MS Newly Diagnosed Program Series"
"MS Newly Diagnosed & Emerging Therapies"
Where: Papa Razzi, 2 Wall Street, Burlington, MA
Time: Check-in @ 6:00pm ~ Program: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
In this private, intimate & casual atmosphere, enjoy connecting with a MS expert one on one. This is your opportunity to discuss MS therapy updates & MS related issues. ** This program is designed for MS patients diagnosed under 5 years **
** Space is limited ~ Attendees may bring one (1) guest **
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Tuesday, 10/22/13 @ 6:30pm ~ Waterville, ME
MS Cure Fund's Free "MS Lifestyle Management Program"
"An Update on New MS Therapies"
Where: T & B's Outback Tavern, 6 Jefferson St., Waterville, ME
Time: Check-in @ 6:00pm ~ Program: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
In this private, intimate & casual atmosphere, enjoy connecting with a MS expert one on one. This is your opportunity to discuss MS therapy updates & related MS issues.
** Space is limited ~ Attendees may bring one (1) guest **
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* Pharmaceutical MS Educational Programs *
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"Come to C.H.A.T."
Join a monthly meeting near you to C.H.A.T. About MS! 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 info followed by Rebif� info.
Ethan Allen Hotel, 21 Lake Ave Ext, Danbury, CT 06811
Presenter(s): Joshua Hasbani, MD, PhD
Donatello's, 44 Broadway, North Saugus, MA 01906
Presenter(s): Jessica Fay, RN, MSCN, MS Lifelines Field Nurse
Stella's, Oronoquoke Plaza, Stratford, CT 06614
Presenter(s): Joseph Guarnaccia, MD
Eleven Forty Nine Restaurant, 1149 Division St, Warwick, RI 02818
Presenter(s): Meredith Brooks, RN, BA, MSCN ~ MS Lifelines Field Nurse
Adams Mill Restaurant, 165 Adams St, Manchester, CT 06042
Presenter(s): Donna Nolan, RN, BS ~ MS Lifelines Field Nurse
Clarion Hotel, 1230 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101
Presenter(s): Ute Traugott, MD ~ Carolyn R. MS Lifelines Ambassador
Puritan Backroom, 245 Hooksett Rd, Manchester, NH 03104
Presenter(s): Ute Traugott, MD ~ Timothy R., MS Lifelines Ambassador
Register (877) 969-1722
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"An Oral Treatment Option for Relapsing Forms of MS"
Every day is a transition. If your life, or that of a loved one, has been affected by multiple sclerosis in any way, we invite you to hear about an oral therapy option for relapsing forms of MS. Join us to hear from an MS specialist about MS, the therapy and support services available.
A light meal will be served
Greek Olive, 402 Sargent Dr, North Haven, CT 06510
Presenter(s): Joseph Guarnaccia, MD
Please use event ID: TR225478
Adam's Mill Restaurant, 165 Adams St, Manchester, CT 06042
Presenter(s): Peter Wade, MD
Please use event ID: TR226444
Westwood Restaurant & Pub, 94 North Elm St, Westfield, MA 01085
Presenter(s): Josh Hasbani, MD
Please use event I.D.: TR226409
The Litchfield Saltwater Grille, 26 Commons Dr, Route 202, Litchfield, CT 06759
Presenter(s): Peter Wade, MD
Please use event ID: TR226738
Downtown Providence Marriott, 1 Orms Street, Providence, RI 02904
Wachusett Village Inn, 9 Village Inn Rd, Westminster, MA 01473
Presenter(s): Ruth Fredericks, MD
Please use event ID: TR225424
Boston Marriott Peabody, 8A Centennial Drive, Peabody, MA 01960
Presenter(s): Ruth Fredericks, MD
Please use event ID: TR226475
The Chateau Restaurant, 404 Boston Providence Hiwy, Providence, RI 02062
Presenter(s): Mayer Hasbani, MD
Please use event ID: TR223993
Skipjack's, 226 Patriots Place Foxboro
Presenter(s): Dr. Sal Napoli and Dr. Joseph Guarnaccia
Please use event ID: TRACE228278
Bedford Village Inn, 2 Olde Bedford Way, Bedford, NH 03110
Presenter(s): Rany Aburashed, DO
Please use event ID: TR227104
Northland Restaurant, 1826 Riverside Drive Berlin, NH 03570
Presenter(s): Randy Aburashed, DO
Please use event ID: TR227107
Joe's American Bar and Grill, 985 Providence Highway, Dedham, MA 02026
Presenter(s): Ann Cabot, DO and Salvatore Napoli, MD
Please use event ID: TR225295
The Chateau, 195 School Street, Waltham, MA 02451
Presenter(s): Ann Cabot, DO and Salvatore Napoli, MD
Please use event ID: TR228513
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"Know Your Options"
If you're looking to learn about different options for treating your MS relapses, you plus one caregiver or friend are invited to this FREE educational session where MS healthcare professionals will discuss a different FDA-approved treatment option and hear a firsthand account of a patient's experience with this treatment.
You will also learn:
- The difference between MS relapses and pseudo-relapses
- The importance of treating your MS relapses
- How to talk about your MS relapses with your healthcare provider
- Available treatment options for MS relapses
- Insights shared by others living with MS
Legal Sea Foods, 210 Andover St, Peabody, MA 01960
Presenter(s): Richard Levy, MD & Paul Pelland, Pt Ambassador
RSVP by 09/30/13 use program ID #9351
Maggiano's Little Italy Boston, 4 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA02116
Presenter(s): Paul Barlow, PA-C ~ RSVP by 10/04/13 use program ID #9124
Skipjack's, 226 Patriots Place, Foxboro, MA 02035
RSVP by 10/06/13 use program ID #9401
The Chateau, 195 School St, Waltham, MA 02451
Presenter(s): Paul Barlow, PA-C ~ Paul Pelland, Pt Ambassador
RSVP by 10/10/13 use program ID #9127
The Courthouse Bar & Grille, 121 Main St, Putnum, CT 06260
RSVP by 10/13/13 use program ID #9321
Shula's 347 Grill, 21 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903
RSVP by 10/14/13 use program ID #9404
Stoneforge Grill,10 Roosevelt Circle, South Easton, MA 02375
Presenter(s): Stacey Murray, M, NP ~ Jodi Alisa Francis, Pt Ambassador
RSVP by 10/22/13 use program ID #9126
Wednesday, 10/23/13 @ 6:00PM ~ Framingham , MA
Aegean Restaurant, 254 Cochituate Rd, Framingham, MA 01701
RSVP by 10/22/13 use program ID #9512
Tuesday, 10/29/13 @12:00 PM ~ Winslow, ME
The Lobster Trap, 25 Bay Street Winslow, ME 04901
Presenter(s): Richard L Levy, MD ~ Paul P., Pt. Ambassador
RSVP by 10/29 use program ID #9354
Tuesday, 10/29/13 @ 6:00PM ~ West Roxbury, MA
West on Centre, 1732 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132
Presenter(s): Paul Barlow, PA-C ~ Paul R. Pelland
RSVP by 10/22/13 use program ID #9125
Register (877) 219-0410
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"In Person Educational Program"
Complimentary snacks & beverages will be available.
LaCupola Ristorante, 637 Bantam Rd, Litchfield, CT 06750
Presenter(s): Joseph Guarnaccia & Herb Karpatkin
Davenport's Restaurant, 1925 Pawtucket Ave, East Providence, RI 02914
Presenter(s): Syed Rizvi
The Adam's Mill Restaurant, 165 Adams St, Manchester, CT 06040
Presenter(s): Peter Wade
The Bridge House Restaurant, 49 Bridgeport Ave, Millford, CT 06460
Presenter(s): Joseph Guarnaccia ~ Herb Karpatkin
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"RRMS: Treatments & Their Importance to You"
If your life has been affected by multiple sclerosis 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 and learn from others. Please join us to:
- Learn about MS, treatment options & support services within your reach.
- Share experiences, resources, & advice with other people affected by MS.
Presque Isle Inn, 116 Main St, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Presenter(s): Alexandra Degenhardt, MD, MMSc
Papa Razzi, 768 Elm St, Concord, MA 01742
Presenter(s): Barry Levin, MD
Peabody Marriott, 8A Centennial Dr, Peabody, MA 01960
Presenter(s): Dr, Edgar Roberston, MD ~ Laura Nusser, MS Advocate
Portland Marriott at Sable Oaks, 200 Sable Oaks Dr, S.Portland, ME04106
Presenter(s): John Dolan, DO ~ David Rintell, PhD
Shaw's Center, Feinberg Way, Brockton, MA 02301
Presenter(s): Stacey Murray, NP
Angelino's Restaurant, 346 Kelly Rd, Vernon, CT
Presenter(s): Peter Wade, MD ~ Amy Neal, PA-C
Courtyard by Marriott, 63 Grand St, Waterbury, CT
Presenter(s): David Greco, MD
The Delaney House, 3 Country Club Rd, Holyoke, MA 01040
Presenter(s): Josh Hasbani, MD
The Puritan Backroom, 245 Hooksett Rd, Manchester, NH 03104
Presenter(s): Ann Cabot, DO
Boston Marriott Newton, 2345 Commonwealth Ave, Newton, MA 02466
Presenter(s): David Hojnacki, Asst Professor of Neurology
The Oliver Wight Tavern, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Rd, Sturbridge, MA 01566
Presenter(s): David Hojnacki, MD
Register (800) 877-8100
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"What's Your Thing"
Each of us has our own interests. This interactive event is a time to share yours with others taking AVONEX.
Tuesday, 10/08/13 @ 6:30PM ~ Waltham, MA
Chateau Restaurant, 195 School Street, Waltham, MA 02451
Presenter(s): Albert J. Marano, MD & Stacy Garrick, MS Advocate
"Facing MS head on: Balancing treatment benefits & risks"
Finding inspiration to fight MS comes in many forms. One way is by asking questions, such as: How do I know my current treatment is doing enough? During this event, MS specialists & patients will address topics like this & more to help you fight your best fight. After all, questioning your health is a sign of strength.
Tuesday, 10/15/13 @ 5:30PM ~ Norton, MA
Chateau Restaurant, 48 Bay Rd, Norton, MA 02766
Presenter(s): Stacey Murray, NP ~ Salvatore Napoli, MD ~ Cara Connelly, MS Advocate
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"Understanding & Helping to Manage Common Symptoms of MS"
You're invited to team up with Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc., to fight your MS. Please join us to learn about MS treatment options & support services that are within your reach. Share real life experiences, resources & advice with other people affected by MS.
Thursday, 10/17/13 @ 6:00PM ~ East Greenwich, RI Eleven Forty Nine, 1149 Division St, East Greenwich, RI 02818
Presenter(s): Joseph Guarnaccia, MD ~ Meeting Code: PAT3471
Register (800) 788-1467
First, choose english or spanish, Second, choose option 4
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** Save the Dates ~ November 2013 **
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Wednesday, 11/6/13 @ 6:30pm ~ Plymouth, MA
MS Cure Fund's Free "MS Lifestyle Management Program"
"Safety of MS Therapies"
Where: Alden Park, 160 Colony Place Road, Plymouth, MA
Time: Check-in @ 6:00pm ~ Program: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
In this private, intimate & casual atmosphere, enjoy connecting with a MS expert one on one. This is your opportunity to discuss MS therapy updates & related MS issues.
** Space is limited ~ Attendees may bring one (1) guest **
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Save the Date!
Hilton Garden Inn Auburn, ME
Join us at our:
& Research Update
featuring
"MS Research Update"
2 Breakout sessions featuring:
"MS Newly Diagnosed"
presented by
Amy Douglass, RN
"Spasticity & Pain Management"
presented by
Lynn Howard, NP
ALSO featuring:
Pharmaceutical Exhibitors and MS related vendors!
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Newton Wellesley Hospital
2014 Washington St Newton, MA
MS Support Group is for all stages of MS & provides peer to peer support & a positive approach to a MS lifestyle. Please go to the Main Building & ask the info desk for directions. We will meet in Bowles 3, located on the 2nd floor near the cafeteria. This group meets the 1st Wed. of every month.
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"Q & A: Live with the Can Do Experts"
Tues. 10/08/13 ~ 8pm - 9pm ET Host: Anne Lee
Presenters: David E. Jones, MD, Juliann Hanson-Zlatev, OTR,
Deborah M. Miller, PhD, LISW
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National Disability Institute's Financial Wellness Webinar Series
"Prolonging Work Support to Keep You on the Job"
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Stoughton Senior Center 110 Rockland St. Stoughton, MA 1:00pm - 3:00pm
This MS Support group meets every 3rd Thursday of each month. We are MS patients that support & help each other. Sometimes you just need to talk to someone who understands.
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Steward Meeting Group
15 Payson Rd, Foxboro, MA
What: Discussions on MS & how to cope
For info (781) 551-5812
Light Refreshments served.
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"Families & Caregivers of MS People"
When:4th Monday of Every Month Time: 2pm - 3pm ET Call (800)767.1750, then 43157#
Presenters: Maggie Kazmierski, MSW, LCSW-C, MSCS Alicia Sloan, LICSW, MSW
Contact: Angela Young
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Women with MS
"Health Issues Clinic"
1 Brookline Place Brookline, MA
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 & related MS treatments. She will not be taking the place of your current
Neurologist.
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Metrowest, MA
"Men with MS"
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
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Department of Conservation & Recreation
The Division of State Parks & 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 & forests that offer the opportunities you seek.
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Donations for MS Research
As Founder of MS Cure Fund and a MS patient (1999), 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 mission and 100% of your donations goes to clinicians & scientists studying MS.
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