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National MS Society Telelearning Series
« on: November 12, 2014, 04:06:41 pm »
The National MS Society is offering a "telelearning series" for people with MS and their families. According to the flyer, "each free telelearning features topic-area experts by phone with online presentations and Q&A session."

Tips for People with MS and Their Partners--Planning for the Future

Learn about the legal and financial considerations critical for partners and people living with MS. This session will be presented by Dick Bell of Financial Education Partners Foundation and Bradley Frigon of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.

Tuesday, November 18, 2 PM Pacific Time
Thursday, November 20, 7 PM Pacific Time

MS Research--Your Questions Answered

Explore current work being done by the Progressive MS Alliance Initiative and the Wellness Work Group with Bruce Bebo, Associate Vice President of Research, National MS Society and Doug Landsman, Senior Director of International Research Programs, National MS Society.

Tuesday, January 20, 4 PM PT
Thursday, January 22, 7 PM PT

MS and Employment: Legal Basics--Know Your Rights

Learn about your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) including disclosure. Job Accommodation Network Principal Consultant, Linda Batiste and Client Assistance Program attorney Jamie Ray-Leonetti will discuss practical ways to be proactive in your work situation and what to do if things do not go as planned. Also, hear from an individual with MS about their experience utilizing their rights in the workplace.

Thursday, February 12, 2015 - 5 PM PT

MS and Employment - Managing Cognitive Symptoms and Fatigue in the Workplace

Cognitive dysfunction and fatigue are two of the most common symptoms impacting people with MS in the workplace. They can pose significant challenges to maintaining employment. Neuropsychologist, Dr. Cynthia Sullivan, and occupational therapist, Tracy Carrasco, will discuss how these symptoms may present themselves and will share practical ways to manage them on the job.

Thursday, February 26, 2015, 5 PM PT

MS and Employment - Supports to Help You Find Employment

Employment resources vary depending on the level of impact your MS has upon your ability to work. Samantha Mankin, Rehabilitation Supervisor with the Division of Vocational Rehabilition, Russell Bowe of the Speer Adult Workforce Center, and Amira Fahmy of Getting Hired Inc. will discuss how to use their resources to find employment opportunities appropriate to your needs.

Thursday, March 12, 2015, 5 PM PT

MS and Employment -The Essential Guide to Flexible and Home-Based Jobs

What are the latest trends in the work-from-home and flexible job market? Brie Reynolds from Flexjobs.com, will walk participants through the trends, top career fields and most common jobs available, who's hiring, and how to find these flexible opportunities. Learn how to avoid common job scams and tips for successful job applications.

Thursday, March 26, 2015 - 5 PM PT

Managing MS Bowel and Bladder Symptoms

Learn strategies for managing bowel and bladder symptoms in MS with Pat Kennedy, RN, CNP, MSCN, Can Do Multiple Sclerosis and Dr. Marlene Murphy Setzko of the Mandell MS Center.

Tuesday, March 17, 2015 - 4 PM PT
Thursday, March 19, 2015 - 7 PM PT

Sex Ed for Grownups – Intimacy in MS

MS can certainly change a romantic relationship – learn from Dr. Timothy Hlavinka, Urology San Antonio and Dr. Linda Mona, VA Long Beach how to maintain or build intimacy now that MS is in the picture.

Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 4 PM PT
Thursday, May 21, 2014 - 7 PM PT

Gender Differences in MS

Men and women are affected by MS differently – join Dr. Barbara Giesser and Dr. Rhonda Voskuhl of UCLA, to learn why and how those differences are important.

Tuesday, July 21, 2015 - 4 PM PT
Thursday, July 23, 2015 - 7 PM PT

Preparing for MS Doctor Visits

Learn tips to prepare for successful visits with your doctor. Kathy Costello, MSCN, Associate Vice President of Clinical Care, National MS Society shares ideas on how to build a true partnership with your provider.

Tuesday, September 15, 2015 - 4 PM PT
Thursday, September 17, 2015 - 7 PM PT

Visit http://nationalMSsociety.org/telelearning or call 1-800-344-4867 to reserve a spot.

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