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Education and Information Sessions – ACT and NSW

MS Australia – ACT/NSW/VIC education and information sessions are held across the ACT, NSW and Victoria. You are welcome to access programs in any of our locations, regardless of where you live. Education and information sessions are also available to family members and carers and via teleconference. Teleconferences allow you to join a session via telephone from any location. Video conferencing and web streaming technology is also offered for some of our education programs.

Program details outlined in this document are current at the time of publishing; however, dates, times and venues may change. Please check details when you register. All programs are free of charge, unless indicated. Family members and friends are welcome to attend all programs and interpreters are available upon request.

Please note that registration is essential as programs will only run if minimum numbers are achieved. For details or to register for upcoming sessions, please email educationnsw@msaustralia.org.au or call MS Connect on 1800 042 138 (free call).

Download the ACT and NSW education calendar for July to December 2011 More information

INFORMATION SESSIONS

Learn About MS
This program provides accurate information about multiple sclerosis (MS) and MS Australia - ACT/NSW/VIC services and programs.

Suited to those recently diagnosed with MS, their family members and friends, this program enables people to exchange ideas, ask questions and hear from a range of health professionals.

  • Saturday 13 August, 10:00am – 1:00pm, Corrimal
  • Saturday 20 August, 10:00am – 1:00pm, Deakin
  • Tuesday 16 August, 7.00pm – 8:30pm, Teleconference
  • Wednesday 23 November, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Teleconference
  • Thursday 24 November, 5:30pm – 8:30pm, Deakin

Working with MS (NSW and ACT)
Explore managing MS in the workplace; your rights and responsibilities at work, as well as super, insurance and finance matters.

  • Tuesday 20 September, 5:30pm – 7:00pm, Sydney CBD and online
  • Wednesday 2 November, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Teleconference

Get Active with MS
This session is aimed at people with MS who are interested in exploring exercise and is lead by MS Australia – ACT/NSW/VIC physiotherapists and our health promotion team. You will receive advice about ways to get more physically active, increase fitness levels and build strength, as well as guidance to help you start a program that suits you.

  • Thursday 8 September, 10:30am – 12:00pm, Teleconference
  • Tuesday 8 November, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Teleconference

Fatigue Self-management
This two-session program focuses on understanding and managing MS-related fatigue. It is 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. You will be able to exchange ideas and ask questions regarding strategies to manage fatigue and explore a range of topics including energy effectiveness techniques, diet, sleep, exercise and communication.

  • Session 1 - Wednesday 31 August, 10:30am – 12.00pm, Teleconference
  • Session 2 - Wednesday 14 September, 10:30am – 12.00pm, Teleconference
  • Session 1 - Tuesday 1 November, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Teleconference
  • Session 2 - Tuesday 15 November, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Teleconference

Fatigue
A two hour information session that provides an overview of MS fatigue and management strategies.

  • Weekly, Tuesday 2 August to 6 September, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Deakin

Continence Care in MS
In this session you will learn about bladder and bowel issues associated with MS and explore management strategies. The session will discuss: the causes of MS bladder and bowel problems; the importance of assessment; what to do about symptoms; treatments and where to go for assistance; and questions you may have about continence care.

  • Wednesday 20 July, 10.30am – 12pm, Teleconference
  • Thursday 4 August, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Teleconference
  • Thursday 10 November, 10.30am – 12:00pm, Teleconference

Caring for Carers – Helping Hands Workshop
Do you care for someone with MS? We are celebrating Carers' Week by offering a session for people who would like to discuss issues around care-giving and also share ideas on self-care and resilience. There will be a presentation, discussion and an opportunity to meet other carers over light refreshments. If you would like a little pampering, neck and shoulder massages will also be available.

  • Saturday 22 October, 10:00am – 12:30pm, Lidcombe

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 Thursday 18 August (see above).

  • Saturday 24 September, 10:00am – 3:00pm, Corrimal