Paula Allison

"Keep on keeping on"

Paula Allison is an independent woman; working in information technology training roles, and is also a self confessed sports fanatic, involved in volley ball, tennis, and snow skiing, and will give anything a go!

Rushing to work through Flinders Street Station one evening, this efficient woman noticed a slight limp affecting her mobility and queried if she had a pinched nerve. Following a consultation with a Physiotherapist, later a specialist, a brain scan and other neurological testing, a definite diagnosis of multiple sclerosis was arrived at. With little knowledge of what MS was, Paula's only concept was Betty Cuthbert, who was living in a wheelchair. This level headed woman sought expert advice from MS Australia - ACT/NSW/VIC on what to expect from this degenerative neurological condition.

Armed with expert knowledge and support of her husband and family and MS Australia - ACT/NSW/VIC, this engaging woman took on the attitude "as long as I can - I will" and enrolled in MS education programs such as "Working But Worried" and "Strength Training" education courses.

While working almost full time, partially from her home office, this insightful and intuitive woman has maintained control of her own management strategies, and enjoys being as physically active as possible and totally resists sympathy.

MS Australia - ACT/NSW/VIC is delighted this determined and motivated individual is joining our MS Ambassador team. MS Ambassador Paula Allison will share with you how refreshing it can be to navigate through life, when faced with a challenge you can't fix, but you can be emotionally on top of.

For more information:

If you would like to book an MS Ambassador call (03) 9845 - 2700 or email ambassadors-vic@msaustralia.org.au