Spotlight on MSAA and MultipleSclerosis.net

By Multiple Sclerosis Association of America - MSAA

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Who is MSAA?

The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is a leading resource for the entire MS community. We provide vital programs, resources, and support for tens of thousands of people with multiple sclerosis annually. MSAA has been dedicated to the mission of Improving Lives Today since 1970.

It is through ongoing support and direct services that MSAA assists people with MS, their families, and their care partners. Our initiatives are designed to advance access to educational and wellness resources as well as address quality-of-life issues.
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Our partnership with MultipleSclerosis.net

MSAA and MultipleSclerosis.net collaborate on providing informative resources and supportive platforms that will benefit the MS community. We believe in empowering those affected by MS by providing access to resources to support and assist in the overall management of MS.

The MSAA and MultipleSclerosis.net teams collaborate with medical and healthcare professionals to ensure that accurate, up-to-date, and helpful information is available to people with MS and their families. MSAA is pleased to have collaborated with MultipleSclerosis.net for over 10 years and looks forward to sharing content that is beneficial to the MS community.
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MSAA resources

MSAA provides services and programs for the MS community at no cost, including:

Supportive platforms including a toll-free Helpline and online chat with MSAA's trained specialists available by phone, email, or live online chat, as well as an online peer-to-peer forum, My MSAA Community, offering individuals with MS, their families, and their care partners an opportunity to connect with others and share experiences in a supportive online environment.
Award-winning educational publications, including MSAA’s magazine, The Motivator, as well as our MS Conversations blog, podcasts, and on-demand video programming and webinars providing informative tips, MS updates, and symptom-management strategies
Equipment Distribution Program offering products designed to improve safety, mobility, and activities of daily living, along with exercise and wellness options. Items include a variety of products such as shower chairs, grab bars, walkers, and wheelchairs. MSAA also offers wellness products including yoga mats and resistance bands.
Cooling Distribution Program offering cooling vests and accessories to help individuals who experience heat sensitivity.
Shared-management tools, including the My MS Manager™ mobile app and MSAA's Ultimate MS Treatment Guide, created to help people be proactive and take steps toward better health and improved quality of life
And more!

MSAA events

Stay tuned for many exciting upcoming MSAA events, including:

MS Awareness Month activities highlighting the importance of education, empowerment, and support for individuals who are newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Throughout the month of March, MSAA will introduce several programs under the campaign theme of “ Empowered
from the Start with MSAA .” Programs will include:

Podcast mini-series, “If I Knew Then: Reflecting on an MS Diagnosis,” in which members of the MS community share their MS experiences and stories. In addition, MSAA’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Barry Hendin, discusses vital information for individuals who are newly diagnosed.
Live educational webinar titled, “Navigating Your MS Journey,” featuring Dr. Jakai Nolan McEwen. This free webinar will be held on Monday, March 25th from 8:00 – 9:00 PM Eastern and will touch upon key strategies for understanding one’s MS diagnosis as well as how to manage symptoms, explore treatment options, and more.
Weekly blog posts on MSAA’s MS Conversations Blog. Blogs will focus on the theme of providing resources for those who are newly diagnosed and will touch upon the importance of self-advocacy, coping strategies, building a support system, and more.
Launch of MSAA’s 2025-2026 Art Showcase – the largest one yet! Featuring the inspiring artwork and stories of more than 85 artists from across the country, MSAA’s Art Showcase is a one-of-a-kind display that you do not want to miss.

April 16, 2025 – MSAA's Women of Action Luncheon and Fashion Show occurring at the Cherokee Town Club in Atlanta, GA. This event is the perfect opportunity to interact and network with others in an inspiring, social environment while improving the lives of those impacted by multiple sclerosis in our community.

May 14, 2025 – MSAA’s 11th Improving Lives Benefit occurring at the Barnes Foundation in Philadelphia, PA. This in-person reception gathers guests to celebrate and network with those in the MS community, while also raising funds to support MSAA’s programs and services. We are excited to announce Dr. Barry A. Singer, Director and Founder of the MS Center for Innovations in Care and member of MSAA’s Board of Directors, as this year’s Mission Honoree, as well as Cionic, as our Corporate Honoree. This event will also be livestreamed to give individuals across the country the opportunity to view the event from the comfort of their homes.

A number of Team MSAA Endurance Events are hosted throughout the year. Through Team MSAA, individuals and groups can join in various endurance events across the country. Participation in these events allows MSAA to provide free programs and services to the MS community.

To stay up-to-date on all upcoming MSAA educational programs, webinars, and events, please visit MSAA's Calendar of Events.

MSAA remains steadfast in our dedication to our mission of Improving Lives Today for the multiple sclerosis community and will continue to provide educational resources and ongoing support to people with MS and their families.

This article represents the opinions, thoughts, and experiences of the author; none of this content has been paid for by any advertiser. The MultipleSclerosis.net team does not recommend or endorse any products or treatments discussed herein. Learn more about how we maintain editorial integrity here.

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