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Hi everyone, even though I’ve had MS for over ten years I’m pretty new to the forum scene. I haven’t really spoke or sort advise on anything like this? I’m thinking of purchasing an electric wheelchair as my mobility over the last couple of years as become worse. Can anyone make any recommendations,...

I’ve realised since my diagnosis my cognitive ability has decreased drastically! Does anyone have any techniques or exercises they do that help ?

I gave in a few months ago and decided now was the time to ask about a wheelchair. So in october i had the assessment (we get one free chair on the nhs here). They wanted me to go for an electric wheelchair as i have days with severe upper body weakness, relatively rare but typical i had one during ...

So, just had the Assessor come and rate my performance in the electric wheelchair and sign me off. But, could not be signed off as some adjustments are needed along with the Assessor coming at a more appropriate time, not when I'm half asleep. Some practice is much needed too, why do they expect you...

Would be interested in seeing how diverse this group is? Would be nice to talk and see if you felt your experiences are different!?!

Are there any others of the LGBT community who are members of ShiftMS interested in forming a separate support sub group away from the usual heteronormative? Me thinks MS affects our LGBT lifestyle in so many different ways so wold be good to share experiences

Apologies, this is a UK-focused post, but all perspectives welcome. There is a well documented variance in MS services from one area of the UK to the next. The UK MS Society has referred to this as a postcode lottery. What are your experiences? Do you feel lucky to be under the care of your MS cent...