Helpful Resources
Websites
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
www.nmss.org
1-800-532-7667 The National Multiple Sclerosis Society and its network of chapters nationwide promote research, educate, advocate on critical issues, and organize a wide range of programs – including support for the newly diagnosed and those living with MS over time.
Multiple Sclerosis Association of America
www.mymsaa.org
The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America is a national non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those affected by multiple sclerosis.
Multiple Sclerosis Foundation
www.msfocus.org
1-800-673-6287A predominantly service-based, non-profit organization, the primary mission of the MS Foundation is to ensure the best quality of life for those coping with MS by providing comprehensive support and educational programs.
MS News and Views
www.msviews.org/msviewsandnews4
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Florida Department of Education
Resource links for Floridians with disabilities.
www.rehabworks.org/resources.shtml
www.disabilityinfo.gov
An online connection to the federal government’s disability-related information and resources
MS World
www.msworld.org
Volunteer run online community for people affected by MS.
Myelin Repair Foundation
http://www.myelinrepair.org
The Myelin Repair Foundation (MRF) is a Silicon Valley‐based, non‐profit research organization focused on accelerating the development of myelin repair therapeutics for multiple sclerosis.
MS International Federation
A unique global network of MS organizations.
FDA Approved Disease-Modifying Agents:
- Aubagio by Genzyme www.genzyme.com
- Avonex (interferon beta-1a) www.avonex.com
- Betaseron (interferon beta-1b) www.betaseron.com
- Copaxone (glatiramer acetate) www.copaxone.com
- Extavia (interferon beta-1b) www.extavia.com
- Novantrone (mitoxantrone) www.rxlist.com
- Rebif (interferon beta-1a) www.rebif.com
- Tysabri (natalizumab) www.tysabri.com
- *Newest Addition Gilenya (fingolimod) www.Gilenya.com
Additional Resources
Employment Rights and Resources
https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Living-Well-With-MS/Work-and-Home/Employment
Collection of resources regarding working while dealing with MS.
Shared Solutions®
Shared Solutions is a network of resources and information available to anyone diagnosed with or touched by MS. You can reach Shared Solutions by calling 1-800-887-8100 or visiting www.sharedsolutions.com.
www.COPAXONE.com
Committing to multiple sclerosis therapy can help you effectively manage your relapsing-remitting MS
Can Do Multiple Sclerosis
An innovative provider of lifestyle empowerment programs that empower people with MS and their support partners to transform and improve their quality of life.
1-800-367-3101
The Myelin Project
1-800-869-3546
National Family Caregivers Association
1-800-896-3650
The Well Spouse Foundation
1-800-838-0879
Americans with Disabilities Act
1-800-514-0301
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
1-877-267-2323
AcceleratedCure.org
A patient-founded non-profit advancing a cure for MS.
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