We all know that the National MS Society helps people with MS...right? Only partially. Because MS affects families, the MS Society has any number of programs and benefits designed to help those of us who help our loved ones through this disease. But that's a detail that's easily forgotten.
A few days ago, I had a business opportunity present itself -- but it required that I fly (from Los Angeles) to Atlanta on short notice. Last minute travel plans typically involve countless logistical details, but for me, one very large detail was, "Who will be home to help Jeanne?" One of the wonderful benefits offered by the Southern California Chapter of the National MS Society is a caregivers respite program that provides up to 6 days of home care for your loved one while you are off doing...whatever. Including going to Atlanta for a series of important business meetings.
As it turned out, the trip to Atlanta wasn't necessary. But knowing that the MS Society was there to make it possible made me feel great -- even though I didn't even take advantage of the program this time! You may be surpirsed at the incredible breadth of support programs available to families dealing with MS. Contact your local chapter of the National MS Society to discover what you might be missing!
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