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The young person's guide to MS Sources of information and support

We hope that this book has been helpful in answering the questions you had about MS and that you have picked up some useful tips from other young people who are in a similar situation to you. However, if you still have some questions that are unanswered, or if you want more information on MS or living with a parent with MS, below are the details of some organisations that may be able to help.

National MS organisations

MS Trust

The MS Trust is a UK-based charity for people with multiple sclerosis, their family, friends and all health professionals. Their website provides information for anyone affected by MS.

Tel: 01462 476700
www.mstrust.org.uk

National MS Society

This is the website of the American MS Society. It contains two sections specifically for young people - Keep S'myelin and Teen InsideMS.

www.nmss.org

Canadian MS Society

This site contains lots of information and interactive activities for young people with a parent with MS.

www.mssociety.ca

MS Society

The MS Society is another UK-based charity that produces numerous publications on MS.

Tel: 0808 800 8000
www.mssociety.org.uk

Young carers organisations

The Princess Royal Trust for Carers - Young Carers Site

This is an interactive website for young carers that includes discussion boards and live webchats.

www.youngcarers.net

Barnardos

Runs services throughout the country supporting young carers.

www.barnardos.org.uk

The Children's Society - Young Carers Initiative

A site for young carers, their families and those who work to support them across the UK.

www.youngcarer.com