Education and Information sessions - NSW
Education and information sessions are conducted across the ACT, NSW and VIC. You are welcome to access programs that are convenient, regardless of where you live. The following table provides sessions held in ACT and New South Wales from July to December 2010.
Download the ACT/NSW education calendar for JULY - DECEMBER 2010.
Living with MS Information Day, Dubbo
This information day for people with MS, families and carers will cover a range of topics, including an update on the management of MS and symptoms; fatigue management; depression and MS; and exercise for fitness and wellbeing.
When: Tuesday 26 October 2010, 10:00am – 2:30pm
Venue: West Dubbo Bowling Club, 82 Whylandra Street, Dubbo
For more information contact: Wendy Smith, Community Support Worker on (02) 6361 3339
To register phone: MS Connect on 1800 042 138
RSVP: by Wednesday 14 October 2010
Living with MS Day Invitation – Dubbo | Living with MS Day Flyer - Dubbo
Understanding MS
Learn About MS Session
An education and information program that aims to provide accurate information about MS and MS Australia's services and programs.
A great way to meet other people and families living with MS. Exchange ideas, raise issues with staff, ask questions and hear from diverse health professionals. This session is aimed at people who have been diagnosed with MS over the last two years. Family and friends are also welcome to attend.
Location: Lidcombe, NSW |
Date: Saturday 13 November, 10.00am – 3.00pm |
Learn About MS – Teleconference
An education and information session for people who have been newly diagnosed. The session will provide accurate information about multiple sclerosis (MS) and MS Australia’s services and programs.
Location: ACT, NSW and VIC |
Date: Tuesday 19 October, 7.00pm – 8.30pm |
Staying well with MS
Continence care in MS – Teleconference
Learn about bladder and bowel issues associated with MS and explore management strategies.
- Explore causes of MS bladder and bowel problems
- Recognise the importance of assessment
- Discuss what to do about symptoms
- Learn about treatments and where to go for assistance
- A chance to raise issues and ask questions around continence care with MS Australia staff
Location: ACT, NSW and VIC |
Date: Thursday 28 October, 7.00pm – 8.30pm |
Fatigue Self-Management Program
A six week program led by the occupational therapy team, focussing on fatigue and management strategies
Location: Deakin, ACT |
Date: Tuesday 10 August – 14 September (weekly) 10.00am – 12.00pm |
Location: Central Coast (venue TBC) |
Date: Thursday 14 October – 18 November (weekly) 10.00am – 12.00pm |
Get Active with MS – Teleconference
This session is aimed at people with MS who are interested in exploring exercise, and is led by the MSA physiotherapists’ health promotion team.
- Receive guidelines on getting the most benefit from your exercises
- Discuss what to do about symptoms – heat sensitivity, sensation change and fatigue
- Receive information on how to participate in a regular exercise program
- Exchange ideas on how to keep motivated with your
Location: ACT, NSW and VIC |
Date: Saturday 4 September, 10.30am – 12.00pm |
Managing Fatigue – Teleconference
This two part program focuses on understanding and managing MS related fatigue. Presented by occupational therapists who will explain the nature of MS fatigue, why it occurs and what you can do to manage this invisible symptom. Exchange ideas and ask questions regarding strategies to manage fatigue. Energy effectiveness techniques, diet, sleep, exercise and communication all form part of the discussion.
Location: ACT, NSW and VIC |
Date: Part 1: Tuesday 14 September, 6.30pm – 8.00pm |
Thinking and memory
This is an introductory information session which will cover the most common issues relating to memory and thinking that can develop due to MS. The talk will explain the brain changes that cause these symptoms and discuss practical approaches to managing their impact on every day life.
Maximising your memory
An educational program presented by occupational therapists and neuropsychologists to provide people with MS and their carers with information and practical strategies on maximising memory functioning. To get the most out of this session, we recommend that you attend the ‘Thinking and memory’ workshop on Tuesday 31 August at the Narellan Community Health Centre, Narellan.
Location: Narellan Community |
Date: Saturday 20 November, 10.00am – 3.00pm |
Working with MS Teleconference
This education session is aimed at people with MS, their families and friends who have concerns about employment and insurance issues. The workshop also provides practical information on insurance, superannuation and travel insurance matters. This workshop is presented by a solicitor from Maurice Blackburn Lawyers (specialists in employment and industrial law) who will answer questions and address any issues you may raise. You will also be provided with up to date written materials relating to New South Wales legislation.
Location: NSW |
Date: Saturday 11 September, 10.00am – 11.30am |