Connect Locally Hold That Thought: Cognition and MS Park Rapids n March 17, 6:30 p.m. St. Joseph’s Area Health Services 600 Pleasant Ave., Park Rapids, MN 56470 People with MS often have problems remembering things, finding the right words, concentrating on a task or following a conversation. This DVD presentation provides information about cognitive symptoms associated with MS, how cognitive changes are evaluated as well as treatment and strategies for
managing cognitive changes. Time for discussion will follow the presentation. For information or to R.S.V.P., contact Denise Pederson at 763-350-6957 or denise.pederson@wildblue.net, or Susan Monsrud at 218-237-2067 or smonsrud@unitelc.com.
Harnessed Walking and Exercise with MS Duluth n April 6, 11:30 a.m. Bethany Baptist Church 6700 Grand Ave., Duluth, MN 55807 People with MS may experience walking and balance difficulties. Contributing factors may include muscle weakness and abnormal compensatory patterns of movement — or problems with coordination of the muscles. Harnessed walking is a functional treatment option that may help people with MS improve their balance, walking and endurance. The Duluth MS self-help group invites you to join
them for this informative program featuring Megan Frost, physical therapist and recipient of the Minnesota Chapter’s 2008 Health Care Professional of the Year Starfish Award. For information or to R.S.V.P., contact Bev Strongitharm at 218-624-1212 or Jeff Fisher at 800-582-5296.
phone 612-335-7900 or 1-800-582-5296 (v/tdd) • fax 612-335-7997 • www.MSsociety.org
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