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Power of a Positive Attitude
For Debbie Ned, a positive attitude can make all the difference. When she first started experiencing symptoms in 2009, she was told she either had MS or a brain tumor. When her MS diagnosis was confirmed, she was relieved. “I know there is a reason I have MS, and a purpose for all of this. And I will find out what it is now or I’ll find out later. Either way, I want to do what I can.”
11 MS made her a perfect fit for the position. Although she hasn’t been an Ambassador for long, Debbie is making an impact in her Nampa, Idaho community. This fall, Debbie spoke at an educational program at St. Luke’s Elks-Rehab and she and her family hosted MS informational tables at health fairs in Nampa and at Boise State. She’s not stopping there! In the works is a yoga therapy class for people with MS, as well as others, at the Nampa Recreation Center. Debbie is an incredible example of the power of a positive attitude. We’re excited to have her as a Movement Ambassador and appreciate the great work she is accomplishing!
When Debbie learned about the opportunity to become an MS Ambassador, she didn’t hesitate to volunteer. Exceptional people skills and the desire to educate others about
For more information on how you can become a Movement Ambassador in your community, please contact our volunteer coordinator by calling 1-800-344-4867 (option 2) or emailing GetInvolved@nmss.org.
SAVE THE DATE
Salt Lake City – Intermountain Medical Center Luncheon - 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Chapter’s Annual Meeting The Chapter’s Annual Meeting is January 30, 2013, in three locations. There is no cost to attend. Registration is requested. Learn more online or call 1-800-344-4867. Boise – St. Luke’s Meridian Hospital Dinner- 6-7:30 p.m. Cedar City – Festival Hall Convention Center Luncheon - 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Annual Meeting brings together the MS community to learn, connect and inspire one another. Each meeting will include Chapter and research updates, as well as guest speakers. We also will vote on the members for the Chapter’s Board of Trustees. Nominations of those willing to volunteer in a leadership position are encouraged. A Board nomination form is available online year round. It must be received by December 31, 2012. If you are a member of the Chapter and cannot attend you can submit an online proxy voting form. Absentee votes are due end of business on January 18, 2013.