Support/Discussion/Activity Groups
The MS Center at Swedish offers many group activities. Support groups provide opportunities for people with MS and their caregivers/partners to meet, discuss issues and learn more about particular topics related to MS.
Coping Skills Group
8 Consecutive Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Learn practical coping skills to improve functioning, self-confidence and acceptance of changes. Led by rehabilitation psychologist Michelle Toshima, PhD and Bobbie Severson, ARNP.
Registration is required. Call 206.320.8223 for more information.
Learn more about the group and download a flyer.
MS Care Partner Support Group
A support group for partners and caregivers of people with MS. This group is co-sponsored by the National MS Society.
3rd Tuesday of every month | 6:30-8:30PM
Mother Joseph Room (1st floor next to cafeteria)
Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Seattle
Contact John Daughters: 206.937.9604 or j.daughters@hotmail.com.
MS Club Cherry Hill: A Support and self-help group
Monthly talks by regional experts on topics of interest to people with MS in the setting of a MS discussion group.
3rd Friday of every month, 1:00-3:00PM
MS Center at Swedish (Jefferson Tower, Level A)
Cherry Hill Campus, Seattle
LGBT MS Connection
A multiple sclerosis support group for people in the lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender community. Partners and care providers are also welcome. A safe environment to express concerns, frustrations and the impact of MS on your life or on that of a loved one. A place to talk openly. Co-sponsored by the National MS Society.
2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00PM
Swedish Education and Conference Center (James Tower, 1st Floor)
Cherry Hill Campus, Seattle
Contact Shelly Henry: 206.250.5002 or LGBTMSConnection@gmail.com
Young Adults with MS
A support and activity group for young adults 18-35 living with multiple sclerosis. Expect fun activities, restaurant meetups and occasional speakers about issues related to MS as a young adult.
Contact Janice: 206-220-3200
To learn more or connect with a particular support group, contact Kate Floyd, education coordinator for the MS Center: kate.floyd@swedish.org or (206) 230-2200.
