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We are the MS Society
is a community of people that pool
their experience, expertise and voices to drive
change and help people live more positively with
MS By coming together, we can provide care
share support, collectively campaign and
commission life-changing research – all of which
help us face the future with more confidence

What is MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition
of the central nervous system In MS, the body’s
the immune system attacks the nerves in the brain
and spinal cord by mistake
The coating around nerve fibres (called myelin)
is damaged
We don’t know the cause and we haven’t yet
found a cure but research is progressing fast
For more information visit mssociety.org.uk

How could we improve
your quality of life?
Welcome to the Improving Quality of Life project!
This project aims to improve the emotional
wellbeing and financial security for people with
MS in Greater Manchester
We are here to provide support, advice and
information on a range of different issues you
may have to deal with
These could be:
Finances - giving you advice on dealing with
debts, benefits and energy advice We can check
your benefit entitlement and help you to
complete forms including claims for PIP.
• Independence enabling you to be as
independent and mobile as possible, including
support with housing or applying for an MS
Society grant for equipment or mobility scooters
• Employment supporting you to stay in / return
to work or help your employer to better
understand MS
• Wellbeing improving your wellbeing by linking
you with local groups who can provide
opportunities to meet other people with MS
• Online Support delivering a series of webinars
and talks covering the issues outlined above
Please find the link under 'IQL Contacts'

How can I get
involved?
The project is for anyone living with MS who
lives in Greater Manchester
If you feel that we could help or would like to
have a chat CallMark 07920 429 477 or Mia 0208 438 0815 This initial chat will help us agree with what support
you want from us and signpost you to the most
appropriate dedicated service
You will be contacted by one of our Team
Volunteers who will get to know you better and
find out if there is anything else we can do for
you.
They can also refer you to Citizens Advice
Manchester for specialist benefits support help
you access grants from the MS Society or
signpost you to local groups
Interested in volunteering?
Please visit our website or contact Mark or Mia
for an informal chat

What is IQL?
Our improving Quality of Life Project (IQL)
provides financial and emotional support for
people with MS in Greater Manchester
IQL is funded by the National Lottery
Community Fund and delivered in partnership
with Citizens Advice Manchester
We are here to help
improve emotional wellbeing
improve access to a dedicated advice
improve support in relation to financial security
employment and housing issues
IQL contact
Mark Pritchard
07920 429 477
[email protected]
Mia Tamarin
0208 438 0815
Webinars
mssociety.org.uk/iql-Manchester
https://bit.ly/30xuWhW