Someone to Listen
Facing the uncertain future of living with MS can be quite scary and isolating. Sometimes talking with someone who is experiencing or has experienced the same challenges can make all the difference. Receiving support from a peer can be a great help by creating a unique supportive connection through a common bond. This program is open to anyone living with MS - from newly diagnosed to those living with the disease for many years.
The Someone to Listen - Peer Support Program matches people to trained peer volunteers who also have MS. These trained volunteers are available to listen, answer questions, supply information, and provide support.
Through regular phone conversations, participants and peers discuss such things as:
- employment concerns
- disclosing a diagnosis
- coping with fatigue, pain or other symptoms
- MS treatment options
- finding resources
- managing relationships with family and friends
To find out more information or to enroll in the program, please email us or call 1-800-344-4867, press option 1.