{"title":"MS - Multiple Sclerosis -old","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1596\/7647\/files\/02-MS-image1-cell-diagram-500px_480x480.jpg?v=1696608732\" alt=\"MS - Multiple Sclerosis old\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Multiple Sclerosis?  \u003c\/strong\u003eMultiple sclerosis, often abbreviated as MS, is a neurological disorder that affects the central nervous system. \u003ca title=\"Multiple Sclerosis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/What-is-MS\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Abilities of persons with Multiple Sclerosis: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlthough MS is chronic and severe, the prognosis is usually better than one normally expects. After 15 years of disease, 30% of patients go back to  work and 40% have normal or near normal walking ability.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Disabilities: \u003c\/strong\u003eMultiple sclerosis causes many different symptoms, including vision loss, pain, fatigue, impaired coordination, bladder dysfunction, speech difficulties, stiffness, mobility issues, and more. The symptoms, severity, and duration can vary from person to person. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAugmentative communication solutions from Broadened Horizons can help users overcome some of the difficulties caused by MS. They due this by facilitating the communication process during recovery. Assistive Technology offers a wide range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.tobii.com\/en\/assistive-technology\/global\/products\/hardware\/\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edevices and solutions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e that allow users to communicate, study or work independently, helping them to overcome the disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunding Resources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tinymce-mainbody\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNational Multiple Sclerosis Society \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/Chapters\"\u003eLocal Chapter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tinymce-mainbody\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e1-800-344-4867 to get a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/Resources-Support\/Find-Support\/Ask-an-MS-Navigator\"\u003eMS Navigator\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay help cover a portion of the cost of a wide range of products and services that support the independence, safety, health and quality of life for people with MS. An MS Navigator® will talk you through the process and send you an application and\/or referrals for eligible aids or service providers in your area. They’ll also help you evaluate other options you may have available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInclusive is a Vendor with NMSS\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobility devices, mounts and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling vests, air conditioners and other cooling aids;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRamps, grab bars,bath safety products and other home modifications;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto modifications such as hand controls and lifts;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools and devices to simplify day-to-day tasks;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercise equipment; and much more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tinymce-mainbody\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/msfocus.org\/Get-Help\/MSF-Programs-Grants\/Assistive-Technology-Program\"\u003eMultiple Sclerosis Foundation - MS Focus - Assistive Technology Program\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/msfocus.org\/Get-Help\/MSF-Programs-Grants\/Computer-Program\"\u003eComputer Program\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/msfocus.org\/Get-Help\/MSF-Programs-Grants\/Brighter-Tomorrow-Grant\"\u003eBrighter Tomorrow Grant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tinymce-mainbody\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e6520 N Andrews AVE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFort Lauderdale, FL 33309\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTEL:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e954-776-6805   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlternate Phone: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e888-673-6287   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFAX:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e954-351-0630\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEmail:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"mailto:support@msfocus.org\"\u003esupport@msfocus.org\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay help locate, partially fund, or provide full funding for one of a wide range of devices that allow those with MS to function more independently in their daily lives, as well as more easily participate in recreational, educational, and vocational activities. Includes most Assistive Technologies that Inclusive offers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"news-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"news-detail__text clearfix news-detail__text--vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"news-detail__text__description\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAids for daily living\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunication devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputer aids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnvironmental control systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome and vehicle modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrthotics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeating, positioning, and mobility devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAids for vision and hearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling aids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget1_ctl00_btnElem_hyperLink\" class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/msfocus.org\/MultipleSclerosisFoundation\/media\/Documents\/Program%20Documents\/AT-Application-All.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget1_ctl00_btnElem_lblText\"\u003ePrint Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/msfocus.org\/Get-Help\/MSF-Programs-Grants\/Assistive-Technology-Program\"\u003e \u003cspan id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget2_ctl00_btnElem_lblText\"\u003eOnline Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMS Focus Computer Program\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"news-detail\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"news-detail__text clearfix  news-detail__text--horizontal\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"news-detail__text__description\"\u003eEither a laptop computer, or a desktop computer with a monitor, keyboard and mouse, will be granted. Internet access and technical support will be the responsibility of the grant recipient.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget1_ctl00_btnElem_hyperLink\" class=\"btn btn-default\" href=\"https:\/\/msfocus.org\/MultipleSclerosisFoundation\/media\/Documents\/Program%20Documents\/Computer-application-All.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget1_ctl00_btnElem_lblText\"\u003ePrint Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e   \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/msfocus.org\/Get-Help\/MSF-Programs-Grants\/Computer-Program\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget2_ctl00_btnElem_lblText\"\u003eOnline Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget3_ctl00_viewBiz\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget3_ctl00_viewBiz\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p_lt_content_pageplaceholder_p_lt_ctl01_main_ucEditableText_widget3_ctl00_viewBiz_pM_pMP\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mymsaa.org\/msaa-help\/assistive-equipment\/\"\u003eMultiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) - Assistive Equipment Distribution Program\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e375 Kings HWY N Cherry Hill, NJ 08034\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTEL: \u003c\/strong\u003e800-532-7667 \u003cstrong\u003eEXT#:\u003c\/strong\u003e154   \u003cstrong\u003eAlternate Phone: \u003c\/strong\u003e856-488-4500   \u003cstrong\u003eFAX: \u003c\/strong\u003e856-488-8257\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmail: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:clientservices@mymsaa.org\"\u003eclientservices@mymsaa.org\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003eThe MSAA Equipment Distribution Program offers products designed to improve safety, mobility, activities of daily living, along with exercise\/wellness opportunities.\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mymsaa.org\/msaa-help\/assistive-equipment-application\/\"\u003eApply Online\u003c\/a\u003e  or \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/mymsaa.org\/PDFs\/app_pers_equip.pdf\" target=\"_new\"\u003eDownload the Equipment Distribution Program Application\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Multiple Sclerosis Society\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/mssociety.ca\/support-services\/quality-of-life-equipment-program\"\u003eQuality of Life Equipment Program\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1-844-859-6789   \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"mailto:equipment@mssociety.ca\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eequipment@mssociety.ca\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: 'Open Sans', 'Lucida Grande', 'Lucida Sans Unicode', 'Lucida Sans', Geneva, Arial, sans-serif;\"\u003eAssistive Devices \u0026amp; Medical Supplies \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComputer and communications adaptations supporting independence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer Aids: Comfort Carrier, Ceiling Lift, and other patient lifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBathing and toileting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle Modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobility Aids: Wheelchair mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment Repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrthotics: PowerGrip Assisted Grasp Orthosis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section__content section__content--programs-grants\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eMore \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.needymeds.org\/copay_diseases.taf?_function=summary\u0026amp;disease_eng=Multiple%20Sclerosis\"\u003eMS Funding programs on NeedyMeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tinymce-mainbody\"\u003eOther Resources: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Multiple Sclerosis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/Resources-Support\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNational Multiple Sclerosis Society Resources\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"multiple sclerosis\" href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/multiple-sclerosis\/guide\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEveryday Health Resource List \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Multiple Sclerosis\" href=\"https:\/\/mymsaa.org\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMultiple Sclerosis Association of America\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1596\/7647\/collections\/Multiple_Sclerosis.jpg?v=1689182028","url":"https:\/\/assistive.tech\/collections\/ms-old.oembed","provider":"Inclusive Inc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}