What's next? Newly diagnosed webinar
Have you recently been told you have MS? You're not alone. Come join us for this webinar to find out the information that matters to you.
Event/service information
Who is this event for?
- People who are newly diagnosed with MS.
- Family or friends of those who have been newly diagnosed with MS
The programme
In the webinar, we’ll help you to start making sense of your diagnosis. We'll provide you with the information and signposting to provide the further support and guidance that you may need. We hope through these sessions that you'll be empowered to live well with MS. These sessions are for you if:
- You’re looking for ways to make sense of your diagnosis
- You don’t know what information and support is available to you
- The Conversation café will enable you to meet other people who have also been recently diagnosed with MS
What we'll cover:
- Making sense of your diagnosis
- Facts about MS
- The healthcare professionals that can help you to manage your MS
- The information and support that’s available to you
- The practical things you need to know, such as employment, driving and prescriptions
- The importance of physical activity in managing your MS.
What’s involved?
You can take part from the comfort of your own home, initially joining our webinar where you are off screen and anonymous. Some people take part with a family member or friend but you don’t have to. You’ll be able to ask questions when you register but also during the session through the Q and A typed chat function.
Hosted by a staff member of the Living Well team, we'll be joined by volunteers who live or are affected by MS. We'll also have Dr. Jenny Preston, Consultant Occupational Therapist from Douglas Grant Rehabilitation Centre in Ayrshire. Jenny will be chatting about the role of an occupational therapist. And the support they can provide to help you live well with MS.
To take part, you'll need access to a device with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. We use the Zoom platform to host our events. If you’re don't feel confident using Zoom, we can offer support in how to get started and use the key features
Why should I take part?
People tell us that after they take part they feel:
- more positive and confident in moving forward
- informed of the information and support available
- less alone after meeting other people in a similar situation
“Thank you again for organising and for facilitating them in such a friendly, supportive and inclusive way. They've really helped me come to terms with my diagnosis. And they've given me more confidence to engage with others about my MS, which all makes life a little easier.”
What if I haven’t been sent the link?
We send an email with a link to everyone who completes the registration form on Eventbrite and books a place. So please enter your email address carefully when registering. The email we send might go into your spam or junk folder, however you should also be able to access the webinar through your Eventbrite account.
What should I do if I can't attend?
Don't worry if you can't make it on the night. If you've registered, you'll get a recording of the webinar to watch in your own time.
Further information
You can find more information on being newly diagnosed with MS. Or, please contact our MS Helpline at [email protected] or freephone 0808 800 8000.
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