Workshops & Seminars

Once again, the MSA is hosting a FREE BBQ for our clients with multiple sclerosis on August 7th at Golden Gardens park in Ballard (just north of Shilshole Marina). Come join us for food, fun, sun and surf. Bring your family & friends!

We are also having our art display and are looking for our clients with an artistic bent who would like to have their work displayed and their story told. If you are interested in participating, please call Laurie at 206-633-2606.

Directions to Golden Gardens Park:
8498 Seaview Pl. NW, Seattle, WA

I-5 Northbound or Southbound: Take exit to 45th St and head west. 45th becomes NW Market St. in Ballard. Follow it through Ballard and keep on towards Shilshole Bay. Bear left at the “Y” just before Hiram Chittenden Locks and continue on NW 54th. This curves north at Shilshole Bay and becomes Seaview Ave NW. Seaview Ave NW dead-ends at Golden Gardens Park. Go straight on into the park and drive to the turn-around circle. Unload there (this is Shelter #2) and then park anywhere in the parking lots on either side.

Note: The alternate route from NW 85th to Golden Gardens is closed for road repairs!

This is a practical workshop on the legal and strategic aspects of applying for both Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Our first presenter is Seattle attorney Peter McKee of the firm Douglas, Drachler, and McKee. Mr. McKee has 28 years of experience in this field and specializes in Social Security appeals. Our second presenter is Rebecca Pursley. Ms. Pursley is a former schoolteacher and person with MS who successfully won the SSDI award on the first try and has been a speaker on this topic for 8 years. Her tips and strategies are extremely helpful in preparing you for the application process!!

If you are interested in attending this workshop, please contact Lisa Huang at 206-633-2606.

Registration is required. Fee for this workshop is $10 per person or $15 per couple. Scholarships are available upon request. Call 206-633-2606 to register.

~ We would like to thank Biogen and EMD Serono
for helping to underwrite these programs ~

Newly Diagnosed/Newly Dealing with MS Support Group
TBA, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, MSA Office, Seattle

If you are newly diagnosed or newly dealing with your MS, please join us in our discussions. This group meets once a month, from 6:00 - 7:30 pm at the MSA office in Fremont (day to be determined by group). This group is still open for more participants. If you would be interested, please call Allison at 206-633-2606 for more information.

This support group meets of the first and third Wednesdays from 1:30 - 3:00 pm. The group will explore various topics depending on the interests of the group. The facilitator is Lisa Huang. Limit of 8 people for each 8 week session. Please call Lisa at 206-633-2606 for more information.

If you are a member of the LGBT community (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender) who has MS, or who cares for loved ones with MS, and would like to meet and learn/share different ways of getting through life with MS, come join us in the LGBT MS support group. Call Lisa Huang at 206-633-2606 or email her at lisah@msakc.org.

Just a reminder...as part of our regular services, the MSA offers short-term counseling. At the time of a new diagnosis, or as other transitions occur, it is often helpful to have someone to talk to about all the changes going on in one's life. Questions arise such as "What does a diagnosis of MS mean today?", "Should I apply for Social Security Disability?" and "How can I help my spouse through this?" We offer counseling services to family members as well, dealing with cognitive and emotional changes that MS can bring, as well as grief support. No one is denied services because of an inability to pay. Donations help cover costs. Some insurance companies and local agencies will also cover counseling.

Was this information helpful? Then please consider making a donation. We are a small, independent nonprofit agency and are dependent on donations from our supporters. Thank you from all the staff at the MSA.

MSA Seminars, Workshops and Groups

Seminars & Workshops