Activities Calendar
National MS Society—Northern California Chapter
January - March 2011
Ready to Get Involved? Become a Peer Counselor at the National MS Society At the Northern California Chapter’s 2010 Annual Meeting, chapter staff recognized Christopher Abiuso, RN, ACM as Volunteer of the Year. Chris became involved with the chapter when staff assisted him with the application process for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Chris soon discovered how he could use his professional skills as a Registered Nurse and Certified Case Manager to volunteer for the Society’s Peer Counselor and Care Management programs.
offer companionship, emotional support, and encouragement via phone to peers affected by MS. Peer counselors should be someone who has lived with MS or with a family member with MS for at least two years, and will need to complete specialized training. To learn more about the chapter’s Peer Support Program, please contact Andrew Rose at 1-800-344-4867, option 2, ext. 73004.
Chris volunteers at the National MS Society to fuel his passion for patient care and helping others with MS. He talks with patients over the phone, at home or in our office, at a time that works for him. Chris knows first hand the range of symptoms and other issues that can arise from having MS (which can be difficult for anyone to navigate). He also realizes that by volunteering, his experience and expertise can influence the quality of life of others living with MS. By volunteering through the chapter’s Programs and Services Department, you can be trained as a Peer Counselor to help connect others with valuable community resources and services at the chapter; problem solve difficult situations; and improve the quality of life for people living with MS. As a volunteer, you can
Chris accepting his award for Volunteer of the Year.
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What’s Inside? Chapter Headquarters 415-230-6677 1700 Owens St. Suite 190 San Francisco, CA 94158 Central Valley Office 800-344-4867 422 McHenry Ave Modesto, CA 95354
Silicon Valley Office 408-988-7557 2589 Scott Blvd. Santa Clara, CA 95050 Sacramento Office 916-927-8000 4221 Northgate Blvd. Suite 4 Sacramento, CA 95834
If you or someone you know has MS: Studies show that early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can reduce future disease activity and improve quality of life for many people with multiple sclerosis. Talk to your health professional or contact the National MS Society at 1.800.344.4867 or www. nationalmssociety.org to learn about ways to help manage multiple sclerosis and about current research that may one day reveal a cure. Information provided by the National MS Society is based upon professional advice, published experience and expert opinion. Information provided in response to questions does not constitute therapeutic recommendations or prescriptions. The Society recommends that all questions and information be discussed with a personal physician. The National MS Society does not endorse products, services or manufacturers. Such names appear here solely because they are considered valuable information. The Society assumes no liability for the use or contents of any product or service mentioned. Š 2010 National MS Society, Northern California Chapter 1-800-344-4867 www.MSconnection.org
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Find Programs in Your Area Greater Bay Area Living Well with MS: Moving Forward after an MS Diagnosis 8 Self-Help Groups 9 South Bay Area 8 Hours to a Lifetime of Relationship Satisfaction 10 Newly Diagnosed Orientation 10 Self-Help Groups 11 Yoga for MS? You Bet! 11 Sacramento Area Considering Treatment Options in MS 6 Out and About 6 Strengthening Our MS Community 6 Self-Help Groups 7 North Bay and Beyond 8 Hours to a Lifetime of Relationship Satisfaction 12 Self-Help Groups 12 Central Valley Self Advocacy Skills Training 4 Central Valley Office Grand Opening 5 Self-Help Groups 5 Walk MS Team Captain Ice Cream Social 5 Library Home Delivery Service 4 Statewide Who? Why? How? Searching for the Cause of MS 15 Accessible from the comfort of your home Emotional Wellness Teleconference Series 3 The Ins and Outs of Accessible Travel 13 Caregiver Telephone Support Group 13 Stay at Home Telephone Support Group 13 Turning Humor into Medication 14 How the National MS Society Funds Research and Makes Funding Decisions 14 JAN - MAR 2011
Emotional Wellness
Emotional Wellness Monthly Teleseries We are excited to present an on-going Emotional Wellness Teleseries with a new topic offered every month. Life Coach and Psychotherapist Catherine Freemire, LCSW leads the discussion on these exciting upcoming topics. Please note: each monthly topic has two separate call times and dates, allowing you to choose a time and date which works best for your schedule. Each monthly topic call is exactly the same, so you only need to register for one time/date per topic. For more information and to register for any or all portions of this teleconference, please call 1-800-344-4867 or visit us online at www.msconnection.org. JANUARY: Creating a House of Happiness Tuesday, January 4th from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm OR Tuesday, January 11th from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm What is happiness? How does one achieve true happiness in life? This workshop will focus on the latest research on the science of happiness which points to five realms that bring authentic happiness into people’s lives. FEBRUARY: Writing as a Tool for Healing Tuesday, February 1st from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm OR Tuesday, February 8th from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm There are many ways that writing can be used to foster the healing of wounds, the reduction of the power of negative experiences and the building of a new foundation for self-growth, “Ah-Ha” experiences and inner peace. This workshop will describe several of these writing tools. MARCH: The Power of Community Tuesday, March 1st from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm OR Tuesday, March 8th from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm We, as human beings, are meant to feel a sense of belonging. In this workshop, we will explore the importance of belonging to communities and ways to expand engagement, including group activities, events like Walk MS Northern California, and volunteer efforts.
Self Help Groups Do you ever wish you could talk to others who understand what it’s like to live with MS and the challenges the disease brings? The Northern California Chapter sponsors a network of self-help groups for people with MS and their loved ones. The groups are peer-facilitated and meet regularly for educational and social purposes. A self-help group provides the opportunity to share your experience of living with MS and learn from others. Inside this Activities Calendar, you will find listings of self-help groups in your area. Please contact the group facilitator to learn more. 1-800-344-4867
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Central Valley Programs & Services
Self-Advocacy Skills Training: Overcoming Barriers to Getting What You Need Saturday, January 29th 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Modesto Centre Plaza - Ash Room 1000 L Street Modesto, CA *Lunch will be served Sunday, January 30th 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Courtyard by Marriott 750 Motel Drive Merced, CA *Continental breakfast will be served Whether you want to obtain approval for services or accommodations from your health plan, doctor, employer or favorite grocery store, many of the same principles apply. This practical “hands-on” workshop will offer you an opportunity to hear from communication and advocacy professionals about the most effective methods for presenting your factbased needs to achieve maximum results. At this workshop you will learn: • Resources to help you resolve disputes with
your health provider, employer or local business • How to enlist your elected officials to help you short-circuit problems • How to file winning grievances • How to identify and prepare for potential problems before they arise
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About the Presenters Annan Paterson is a person living with MS who knows first hand the importance of advocating for the needs and treatment of people with chronic conditions through her own involvement in local politics. She has served as a board member for nonprofits and government agencies, both listening to public comment and giving testimony on community issues. She uses a variety of techniques to teach individuals and small groups how to communicate effectively within the time constraints of today’s hectic environment. Representatives from congressional and statewide offices will also be at this training. They will discuss how to expedite problems with Medicare and Medi-Cal, accessibility issues, Social Security claims, and intervening with governmental issues. Community resources related to topics such as housing and discrimination will also be discussed. To register, please call 1-800-344-4867 or visit us online at www.MSconnection.org. .
Stanislaus County Library Home Delivery Service A Stanislaus County Library volunteer will deliver and pick up small and large print books, books-on-tape and magazines to your home. Services are available to individuals who are unable to come to the library due to advanced aging, disability or illness. For more information and delivery request call Beth at 209-558-7817.
Pre-registration is required for all programs. Call 1-800-344-4867.
JAN - MAR 2011
Central Valley Programs & Services
Central Valley Office Open House Wednesday, February 2nd 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm National MS Society Conference Room 422 McHenry Avenue Modesto, CA Join us in celebrating the opening of the Central Valley Office, part of the National MS Society Northern California Chapter. Stop by and meet our staff and learn about the programs and services that are being offered in and around the Central Valley. * Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
Walk MS Team Captain Ice Cream Social: Brainstorming Creative Ways to Fundraise Thursday, January 13th 4:30 pm-6:30 pm National MS Society Conference Room 422 McHenry Avenue Modesto, CA Help increase your team’s fundraising potential. All Walk MS team captains are welcome to join together for an evening of fundraising brainstorming. Come share the creative ways your team has fundraised in the past and what you will be doing this year to fundraise for Walk MS 2011.
Central Valley Self-Help Groups MERCED COUNTY Merced: MS Challengers, Susan 209-564-4311 STANISLAUS COUNTY Modesto, 800-344-4867 or info@msconnection.org Turlock, Bill 209-664-1427 or Frances 209-667-2184 SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY Stockton PM, Brenda 209-951-0536 or Mary 209-334-5670 Stockton AM, Betty 209-333-7027 Tracy, Linda 209-833-6882 TUOLUMNE COUNTY Sonora, Steven or Gloria 209-532-5646 Save the Date for a Walk MS fundraiser at the Yogurt Mill in Roseburg Square on March 16th. 20% of all proceeds will go directly to the National MS Society. Details to come.
Walk MS: Northern California 2011 Saturday, April 30 Modesto, Downey Park visit walk.msconnection.org To register, visit walk.msconnection.org.
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Sacramento Area Programs & Services
Considering Treatment Options for MS Tuesday, January 25th 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mercy San Juan Medical Center Medical Offices 6555 Coyle Ave; Lukens Auditorium Carmichael, CA Mercy MS Center and the National MS Society Northern California Chapter are working in partnership to present a patient information program series that provide people the knowledge and resources to manage their MS. For our winter program, Dr. John Schafer, Director of Mercy MS Center, will discuss the range of disease modifying treatments. How long do you need to continue treatment? What about the new pills for MS? This program will help you evaluate your treatment plan and understand options that are right for you. Light refreshments will be served. To register, please call 1-800-344-4867 or visit us online at www.MSconnection.org
Newly Diagnosed Orientation Thursday, February 3rd 6:30 pm-8:30 pm Mercy San Juan Medical Center 6555 Coyle Ave Medical Offices, Room 140 Carmichael, CA 95608
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Out and About Sunday, February 13th 12:45 pm at the main entrance Crocker Art Museum 216 O Street Sacramento, CA Get connected with other art loving members during a guided tour at the newly renovated and accessible Crocker Art Museum. With generous support from Crocker Art, the general admission fee for chapter members has been waived. Space is limited. To register, please call 1-800-344-4867 or visit us online at www.MSconnection.org
Strengthening our MS Community in Sacramento Save the Date - April 2011 Details to follow How can we make Sacramento a better place to live for individuals and their families affected by multiple sclerosis? Bring your suggestions! This facilitated discussion will capture ideas and feedback from members in the Sacramento area who know their community best. As a member of the Northern California Chapter your input is important to help us develop services and resources that will reduce barriers related to living with MS and help our MS community thrive! Your membership involvement begins here!
Pre-registration is required for all programs. Call 1-800-344-4867.
JAN - MAR 2011
Sacramento Area Programs & Services
Sacramento Area Self-Help Groups EL DORADO COUNTY Placerville, Doris 530-622-5673 NEVADA COUNTY Grass Valley, Phyllis 530-432-3504 PLACER COUNTY Auburn, Ruth 530-888-8388 Roseville: Minimal Symptoms Group, Peter 916-989-1364 Lincoln, Marsha or Jerry 916-408-7899 SACRAMENTO COUNTY Elk Grove, Willie 916-684-1677 or Dorothy 916-684-6849 Sacramento: Moving on with MS, Sylvia 916-349-1324 or Irene 916-536-9116 Sacramento: MS Sisters (men welcome too), Kimberley 916-821-6133
SHASTA COUNTY Hope 4 MS, Beth 530-246-8404 or Patricia 530-222-7277 or Robin 530-246-2980 SOLANO COUNTY Vacaville, Marian 707-422-7515 SUTTER COUNTY Yuba City, Evon 530-701-2189 TEHAMA COUNTY Red Bluff, Teresa 530-529-4412 or Jodine 530-528-8767
Walk MS: Northern California 2011 Saturday, April 16 Yuba City, Sam Brannan Park Saturday, April 30 Folsom, John Kemp Park Sunday, May 1 Sacramento, West Steps, State Capitol To register, visit walk.msconnection.org. 1-800-344-4867
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Bay Area Programs & Services
Living Well with MS: Moving Forward After an MS Diagnosis Every Monday for 12 weeks, starting Monday, January 24th 6:30 pm– 8:00 pm World Gym 290 De Haro Street San Francisco, CA
access up-to date and current information in a user-friendly, highly interactive classroom. In-person you will meet fellow participants in your local area each week for the fitness component of the course. To register, call Joy at 1-800-344-4867, option 2, ext. 73016 or email joy.odonnell@nmss.org
A life interrupted…doesn’t need to be a life deferred. Discover what you can do to positively impact your health and well-being. Living Well with MS is an extraordinary program designed to help those newly diagnosed better understand MS and develop lifestyle strategies that can help diminish the effects of the disease. In just 12 weeks you will gain the tools and knowledge you need to build your personal plan for living well with MS. A team of highly skilled medical, fitness, nutrition and behavioral health specialists in MS will help you: • Develop a comprehensive personal fitness and nutrition plan • Understand and better manage MS symptoms • Develop positive emotional and spiritual health practices to use across your lifetime • Increase your ability to cope with the diagnosis and unpredictability of MS • Meet others living with MS, just like you, in a setting of shared support Experience the online and in-person combination this course has to offer. Online you will meet all of your classmates and
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Newly Diagnosed Orientation Wednesday February 2nd 6:30 pm-8:30 pm San Francisco Office 1700 Owens Street, Suite 190 San Francisco, CA 94158
Pre-registration is required for all programs. Call 1-800-344-4867.
JAN - MAR 2011
Bay Area Programs & Services
Bay Area Self-Help Groups ALAMEDA COUNTY Alameda, Sharon 510-521-6260 or Ray 510-522-5210 Berkeley Estelle 510-204-4407 Berkeley Lunch Group (meets periodically), Toni 510-653-4534 East Bay Lesbians, Nora 510-837-4166 Fremont, Kim 510-793-0765 Oakland, Katrina 510-523-1891 Oakland: African Americans, Tracy 510-670-8633 and Karen 510-757-3290 Oakland: Latinos, Elsa 510-777-1414
Mt. Diablo (Concord), John and Janis at 925-372-0859 El Cerrito, Elizabeth 510-549-2154 Richmond, Vanda 510-559-1898 SAN FRANCISCO COUNTY San Francisco 20’s–30’s Group, George 415-724-0064 SF Potluck Luncheon, Karen 415-584-6115 (Meets periodically) SAN MATEO Foster City, Eli 650-377-1970 San Mateo, George 650-593-5154
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY Brentwood MS for lunch bunch, Kathy 925-286-7674 or Julie 925-513-4686
Walk MS: Northern California 2011 Sunday, April 17 Walnut Creek, Heather Farm Park Sunday, May 1 San Francisco, Golden Gate Park To register, visit walk.msconnection.org. 1-800-344-4867
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South Bay Area Programs & Services
8 Hours to a Lifetime of Relationship Satisfaction Monterey Saturday, January 8th to Sunday, January 9th Napa Saturday, February 5th to Sunday, February 6th Having a healthy relationship is hard work even in the best of times. MS can make it even harder. When you know how to take charge as a couple, MS doesn’t have to rule your relationship. This program can help you strengthen your partnership and minimize the impact of MS on your life. The workshop is open to any couple in a committed relationship, regardless of marital status. Through interactive group activities, you’ll learn and apply skills to deal with common relationship challenges. What will we learn? • How to address communication and problem solving issues all couples may face • How to look specifically at how MS can impact communication in a relationship • Strategies couples use to address challenges This overnight destination weekend includes your overnight hotel stay in one of the two destination locations. Please contact Susan Mattison at 1-800-344-4867, option 2, ext. 74102 to enroll and for pricing information.
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South Bay Area Self-Help Groups MONTEREY COUNTY Monterey, Susan 831-659-1354 or MaryLee 831-373-2450 SAN BENITO COUNTY Hollister Group, Gina831-636-3241, Joann and Andrew 831-630-0266 SANTA CLARA COUNTY Milpitas, Indu 510-656-3408 or Phyllis 408-264-7522 Palo Alto, Luanne 650-328-0179 or George 650-281-7646 Palo Alto: MS Caregivers Group, Bob 650-826-0300 San Jose, Cor 408-270-8922 or David 408-578-3752 Santa Clara, Brian 408-739-9445 or Susan 408-253-4489 SANTA CRUZ COUNTY Capitola, Tom 831-684-2252 or Ada 831-440-1211
Newly Diagnosed Orientation Tuesday, February 1st 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Santa Clara Office 2589 Scott Blvd Santa Clara, CA 95050
Pre-registration is required for all programs. Call 1-800-344-4867.
JAN - MAR 2011
South Bay Area Programs & Services
Yoga for MS? You Bet! 6 weeks series starts in January 2011 Pacific Cultural Center & Ashtanga Yoga Institute 1307 Seabright Avenue Santa Cruz, CA Yoga is not just about exercising your body. It’s about exercising body, mind and spirit together. Gentle, low-impact yoga may help the effects of MS, and: • Increase strength • Improve coordination • Enhance balance • Increase range of motion • Relieve spasticity • Calm the mind • Bring a sense of focus and renewed energy to the body How can someone with MS find the right type of yoga, the right class, and the inspiration to try it? Check out the Adaptive Yoga Project in Santa Cruz! The Yoga for MS series starts in January and runs for six weeks - the deadline to sign up for the series is January 15, 2011. All classes are held in Santa Cruz at the Pacific Cultural Center and Ashtanga Yoga Institute. Please contact Shakti Bell at 831-425-3521 or shakti@baymoon.com to enroll today and for pricing information. As with any exercise program, check with your physician first. Don’t live near the Adaptive Yoga Project in Santa Cruz? Give us a call and we can help you locate yoga resources in your community 1-800-344-4867.
Walk MS: Northern California 2011 Sunday, April 17 Monterey Bay, Lover’s Point Park Saturday, April 30 San Jose, Arena Green To register, visit walk.msconnection.org.
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North Bay and Beyond Programs and Services
North Bay Area & Beyond Self-Help Groups NAPA COUNTY Napa, Penelope 707-265-9680
MENDOCINO Mendocino, Joanne 707-937-4929
HUMBOLDT COUNTY Eureka, Ann Louise 707-839-0177 or Kim 707-445-9803
SONOMA COUNTY Santa Rosa, Susan 707-544-9654 or Debbie 707-548-8437 or Spencer 707-586-3811 Healdsburg, Kate 707-433-9194 Sonoma Noreen 707-933-9500
MARIN COUNTY Corte Madera, Vicki 415-892-7370 or Anita 415-892-5548
8 Hours to a Lifetime of Relationship Satisfaction Napa Saturday, February 5th to Sunday, February 6th Please see page 10 for program description. Please contact Susan Mattison at 1-800-344-4867, option 2, ext. 74102 to enroll.
Walk MS: Northern California 2011 Sunday, April 17 Santa Rosa, Howarth Park Saturday, April 30 Eureka, Eureka High School To register, visit walk.msconnection.org.
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Pre-registration is required for all programs. Call 1-800-344-4867.
JAN - MAR 2011
Accessible From the Comfort of Home
Get Out of Town!
Caregiver Telephone Support Group
The Ins and Outs of Accessible Travel Teleconference Wednesday, February 2nd 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm If you are avoiding travel because you don’t think you can get around, think again! Learn how to plan your trip, deal with airports and navigate new places; even if you use a wheelchair or scooter. Known as the guru of accessible travel, Candy Harrington has covered this niche exclusively for the past 15 years. She’s the founding editor of Emerging Horizons and the author of several accessible travel titles, including the classic, Barrier Free Travel; A Nuts and Bolts Guide for Wheelers and Slow Walkers. Candy’s work can also be found in disabilityrelated magazines, mainstream publications and websites. Tape measure in hand, Candy hits the road often, in search of new accessible travel options. She also blogs regularly about accessible travel news, resources and industry updates on her Barrier Free Travels blog at www.BarrierFreeTravels.com. Check out Access Northern California for many great ideas about accessible places to visit in Northern California! www.accessnca.com
Monday evenings 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Life is stressful enough. Family responsibilities, career obligations — even the everyday grind of battling rush-hour traffic, racing to the supermarket and getting the laundry done — can contribute to raising our anxiety level. When you add in the responsibility of caring for a loved one with a chronic illness, life can sometimes seem overwhelming. Talking and sharing with others can alleviate some of the stress and isolation that we sometimes feel. Join us Monday evenings via teleconference and connect with others with similar experiences, share resources and receive information that can help you support your loved one. This support group is facilitated by caregiver and caregiver coach Jon Strum and coordinates in conjunction with the Southern California & Nevada Chapter. Call Mary Ann Holm, MSW at 1-800-344-4867 or 1-310-479-4456 to register.
To register, please call 1-800-344-4867 or visit us online at www.MSconnection.org
Stay at Home Telephone Support Group
Do you live in a rural area, and find it hard to get to a Self-Help Group Meeting? Join our “Stay at Home” Telephone Support Group on the third Wednesday of the month, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Pacific Time. To participate in this group, please call 1-800-344-4867, option 2, ext. 73004. 1-800-344-4867
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Accessible from the Comfort of Home
How the National MS Society Funds Research and Makes Funding Decisions Teleconference Tuesday, March 22nd 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm Research in MS is progressing at a remarkable rate, with more potential therapies in the pipeline than at any other time in history. The National MS Society is a driving force of MS research, supporting and stimulating worldclass research into ways to prevent, better treat and cure this disease. Learn how far we’ve come, where we’re going and what the Society is doing to move toward a world free of MS. As Vice President of Biomedical Research at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Dr. O’Looney directs and oversees the administration of the Society’s biomedical research funding programs. Since joining the Society in 1988, she has provided leadership in directing and expanding the Society’s research initiatives and encouraging collaborations across scientific disciplines in MS research. She has guided several of the Society’s special research portfolios focusing on MS genetics, on gender differences in MS, on repair & protection of the damage in MS, as well as components of the Promise 2010 Campaign. In addition to coordinating the activities of the National Scientific Advisory Committees, she acts as a liaison between the medical & scientific community and those individuals suffering with MS by providing information about MS research developments to the MS community.
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Turning Humor into Medication Teleconference Thursday, February 17th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Studies have shown that humor and laughter strengthen your immune system, boost your energy, diminish pain, and protect you from the damaging effects of stress. Take a tour of your life and learn how to laugh at yourself and to create humor out of the not so funny experiences of life. Featured Speaker: David Lander, best known for his portrayal of the character Squiggy on the sitcom Laverne & Shirley, was diagnosed with MS in 1984 and chose to hide his MS for the next 16 years. While it was a struggle to hide the symptoms and effects, David was determined and he succeeded in continuing his film and television career. In 2000, David’s autobiography Falling Down Laughing was published, which highlighted his determination to prove that people with MS can enjoy fulfilling and challenging lives.
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Pre-registration is required for all programs. Call 1-800-344-4867. JAN - MAR 2011
Statewide Programs & Services
Who? Why? How? Searching for the Cause of Multiple Sclerosis Please join us! Many of our Northern California Self Help Groups will be viewing our North American Education Program DVD entitled “Who? Why? How? Searching for the Cause of Multiple Sclerosis” This program continues the successful collaboration between the National MS Society in the United States and the MS Society of Canada to provide the latest information about research and multiple sclerosis disease management to thousands of people on our continent and around the world. To register, please call 1-800-344-4867 or visit us online at www.MSconnection.org. Friday January 7th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 9961 Elk Grove Florin Rd Elk Grove, CA
Saturday, January 22nd 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Medic Alert Building 2323 Colorado Avenue Turlock, CA
Saturday, January 8th 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 4217 Stockton Blvd Sacramento, CA
Saturday, February 5th 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mercy Health Education Center, 563 W. 26th Street, Merced, CA.
Wednesday, January 12th 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Brentwood, CA Location: TBD Saturday, January 15th 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Aegis of Corte Madera 5555 Paradise Drive Corte Madera, CA Saturday, January 15th 10:30 am – 12:00 pm United Way Building Capitola 4450 Capitola Rd, Capitola CA
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Saturday, February 5th 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Rockridge Library 5366 College Ave Oakland, CA Sunday, February 13th 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Pizza Orgasmica & Brewing Co 823 Clement Street San Francisco, CA
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Saturday, February 19th 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Alameda Hospital 2070 Clinton Avenue, Conference Room C Alameda, CA Saturday, March 12th 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Kaiser 39400 Paseo Padre Pkwy Fremont, CA Monday, March 28th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Clark Building 795 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA Wednesday, March 30th 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, Conf. Rm. B 23625 Holman Hwy Monterey, CA
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1700 Owens Street, Suite 190 San Francisco, CA 94158
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