MS Together offers a number of different services for people affected by and living with MS. We also share lots of content on our social media platform, raising awareness and understanding of MS. Our services include:
- Virtual social events
- Informative webinars
- In-person meet-ups and events
- Private Facebook support groups
- Private WhatsApp community
- A support helpline run by people living with MS
- Group counselling
- One-to-one counselling
- Awareness talks to organisations about MS
Events
MS Together organises a number of virtual and in-person events for people affected by MS.
Virtual Events
Each month, we host several virtual social events on Zoom where young adults living with MS can connect in a safe and supportive environment. These events are relaxed and informal, open to people aged 18-35 living with MS in the UK or Ireland (unless otherwise stated).
Informative Webinars
We regularly host informative webinars covering topics affecting young adults. These events involve expert speakers and people with lived experience of MS. The events usually include educational talks or panel discussions and a Q&A session. These events are open to anyone affected by MS.
In-person meet-ups
In-person events are regularly organised at various locations across the UK. These events are relaxed, informal and accessible. These events are open to people aged 18-35 living with MS in the UK or Ireland (unless otherwise stated).
Our online support groups
MS Together provides a number of private support groups where people aged 18-35 can connect, ask questions and get advice. Our platforms offer a safe, supportive and friendly environment for people living with MS in the UK and ROI.
Here, you can speak with others about anything and everything. We even have regional and specific interest-based groups!
If you have any questions about our online support groups, please get in touch with us hello@mstogether.org
Private Facebook Support Groups
We provide a private members group on Facebook where you can ask questions about MS or anything else, and others with similar lived experiences can share advice. There is also the option to post anonymously.
To become a group member, you must answer three questions to confirm your membership eligibility and agree to our membership rules.
Once you turn 35, you can join an alumni 35+ group, but this is not a requirement.
Private WhatsApp Support Groups
We also provide a WhatsApp community to connect with others. Our community is strong and busy, but you’ll always have a safe space to interact and ask questions. If you find it a bit much, you can also mute the chat and interact with it as you desire.
To become a group member, simply request to join using the link below and send an email to hello@mstogether.org with the last 3 digits of your phone number.
Support Services
We are proud to provide a number of support services for people affected by and living with MS. However, these services are not an emergency service. If you need urgent emergency mental health support, please call 111 (UK) and select option two, or call 112 (ROI). You can also contact the Samaritans on 116 123.
MS Together Helpline
We offer a helpline support service where anyone affected by MS can reach out to one of our volunteers trained in Mental Health First Aid. Our volunteers can then talk things through with you, listen to your concerns without judgment and suggest ideas that could help.
Complete the form below to request that one of our volunteers contact you. We aim to contact you within 3-5 working days.
Counselling Service
MS Together offers a counselling service for people living with MS aged 18-35 in the UK or ROI. All our counsellors have good knowledge of MS. You can register your interest in either:
- One-to-One Counselling
- Six sessions (organised around you) at £10 per session with a registered counsellor
- Therapy Together (groups of 3 people max)
- Six group therapy sessions (1 per week for 6 weeks) at £5 per session with a therapist and other people living with MS.
Complete the forms above to register your interest!
Please Note: This is a limited service, so registering your interest does not guarantee that you will receive counselling. The service will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Disclaimer: Roche Products Limited made a financial contribution to help us develop our support services. However, they have had no input into service content, volunteer selection, delivery, or other outputs.
Talks to Organisations
Our team are available to give talks to organisations to talk about MS and MS Together. These talks have covered the following topics:
- What is MS
- Symptoms of MS
- Managing MS through treatment and lifestyle changes
- The diagnosis process
- Mental health
- Employment
- Support available at work and beyond
If you are interested in a member of our team coming to talk to your organisation, please contact hello@mstogether.org
Over 35?
We understand that the majority of our services are only available to people aged 18-35 living with MS in the UK. However, we hope that even if you find MS Together when you’re 36+, you can still benefit from our public social media platforms, educational webinars, our support helpline, and the information and resources on this website. There are also some great support services with no age limit:
MS Society – has groups across the UK. You can find contact details for your local group on their website.
MS Trust group – moderate a safe, open Facebook group for anyone affected by MS to discuss life with the condition.
Asian MS – Facebook page for people affected by MS from the Asian community.
MS-UK – the Facebook page for national charity, MS-UK.
Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis – forum of a charity promoting a programme of diet and lifestyle approaches to managing MS.
Shift.ms – a social network aiming to create a positive, enabling community for people with MS.
The Black MS Foundation – provides a platform for black people and people of colour with MS to share their experiences, meet others and raise awareness.
Talks with MS – a small charity raising awareness about multiple sclerosis.