Welcome to the

 Alaska Multiple Sclerosis Center Website!

We are the “what’s next” when the doctor says you have MS…..

We hope you’ll remember us in
your online giving when you apply for your Alaska PFD this year.

Please let us know you have picked us for your gift (un-check the box) so we  can thank you!

        
 
      In Alaska, a state with a high prevalence of individuals with MS,  there was not one entity that met the needs of the MS patient~ from information regarding medication choices, to exercise, diet and counseling therapies, or medical referrals, lifestyle changes  , or just a place to gather with other individuals to talk.
       We are Alaskans with MS whose  goal is to establish such a community environment, to build   a place that  meets the  needs of the Alaskan MS community by providing educational resources, support and regular programs aimed at improving one’s quality of life.
     By providing services above and beyond the direct medical needs of an individual, we aim to  compliment the efforts of the Alaska Medical Community and work in conjunction with the Greater Northwest Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society to provide the best resources available for each individual.

     Through the generosity of the Providence Foundation and with the help of private donations and grants we are able to  provide a warm gathering place for local support groups, offer low cost therapeutic horseback riding, yoga and art programs, hold informational events, provide care referrals, medication information and access to our Healthy Living Program as well as a friendly ear when needed.   

      In partnership with the YMCA, we sponsor a free MS Aquatic Therapy Program in Anchorage and  thanks to a generous grant from the Mat-Su Wellness Foundation we are able to offer adaptive yoga and complimentary ,introductory memberships to the community pools  in Wasilla and Palmer.  

     In the Resources section of this website, you will find links to information on Multiple Sclerosis treatment, research,  community support groups, and many other resources.

Play it Cool

     Beginning February 1st and continuing through June 1st, the MSF will accept applications for the Cooling Program. Through this program, the Foundation provides cooling accessories to those who need them most when rising temperatures threaten to stir up MS symptoms. For more information and to submit an application go to www.msfocus.org. Applications will be available in the winter issue of the MSFocus.

 Cruise the Caribbean with the MS Foundation this fall – Sept. 10-17th, 2011:for more info visit theier website at www.msfocus.org

   The News & Announcements will give you up-to-date MS related events throughout  the state, sponsored by the AMSC as well as other organizations.

Chair Exercise Class and Aquatic Therapy

            

 

Thank you to….

the YMCA, ACCESS Alaska, the Mat-Su Health Foundation and the Providence Alaska Foundation for their ongoing  support of the center, and the Rasmuson Foundation and all the individuals who donate thru the PICK.CLICK.GIVE. Program.  You truly  help make Alaska  a great  place to live!!

Special thanks to

 Doyon Drilling

and Homestyle Catering

  for their  very generous support this Holiday Season.