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Why Connection Matters When You’re Living With MS

“You should join a support group.” It’s common advice for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) — and for good reason.

Research shows that strong social support can help ease feelings of depression and anxiety while improving overall quality of life. Whether it’s sharing practical tips, learning more about MS, or simply feeling heard, being part of a community can help you feel less alone and more empowered.

5 Resources for People With Multiple Sclerosis

Whether you're newly diagnosed with MS or have been living with the condition for years, these resources offer social support, financial assistance, and information about the disease.

How to Be a Friend to a Person With MS

Friendships often change when one person develops a chronic condition. Learn how you can continue to be there for someone you care about.

Lived Experience

There is a Facebook group that I belong to: Black Girls Move. We all have MS, all over the country, and we support each other.”
–Pam, Living with multiple sclerosis

For someone who doesn't experience fatigue truly, it's hard for them to understand. It's not sleepy. It's not tired. It's an inside exhaustion. You want to do things, but you mentally can't do it.”
–Cory, Living with multiple sclerosis

From Our Trusted Health Partners

Community Adventures

First Descents

Join First Descents for one of their Community Adventures, weekly year-round meetups hosted around the country to connect young adults dealing with cancer or MS with a community of their peers, family, friends, caregivers, and other supporters. Community Adventures are free or low-cost and open to anyone 18+ interested in locally led outdoor adventures like hiking, climbing, yoga, and kayaking.
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