Support Partner Voices – Page 2

Growing Together

By cando-ms | September 12, 2019

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Growing Together – Episode 11 – Transcript

Are you someone who provides support to a loved one living with MS? As a support partner, you often focus solely on the needs of your loved one with MS, but it’s important to recognize the unique needs support partners have, too. How can you ensure that both you and your loved one living with MS have their needs addressed? What strategies lead to a successful partnership while navigating the challenges of MS?

Join physical therapist Mandy Rohrig and couple Caroline and Tim as they discuss the challenges of navigating Caroline’s MS. Prior to meeting two years ago, Tim knew very little about MS. Listen to hear how their deep love for one another and honest, effective communication strategies have propelled them to grow closer than ever in the face of Caroline’s diagnosis.

Relapse and MS Series: Balancing Relationships and Open Communication During a Relapse

By cando-ms | January 22, 2019

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Relapse and MS Series: Balancing Relationships and Open Communication During a Relapse – Episode 10 – Transcript

This podcast is the final episode in our 3 Part Relapse and MS Series, where you’ll learn how to manage potential relapse related challenges at home, work and in your relationships.

In this podcast, you’ll hear from a couple living with MS, Laura and Michael, as they share their experiences on how MS relapses have impacted their relationship as a couple, as well as their relationships with family and friends. This discussion will be led by psychologist Roz Kalb.

Relationships & Planning for a Future with MS

By cando-ms | October 31, 2018

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Relationships & Planning for a Future with MS – Episode 6 – Transcript

Are you someone who provides support to a loved one living with MS? As a support partner, you often focus solely on the needs of your loved one with MS. It takes a special person to care for and support someone with MS, but who is taking care of your needs?

Join psychologist Meghan Beier and couple Mark and Lynne Forette as they discuss how their relationship was impacted by Mark’s MS diagnosis and how it affected their future planning. They’ll also share some real life stories about how they adjusted for a future with MS and where they turned to for support.

Prioritizing Your Emotional and Physical Well-Being

By cando-ms | October 17, 2018

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Prioritizing Your Emotional and Physical Well-Being – Episode 5 – Transcript

Are you someone who provides support to a loved one living with MS? As a support partner, you often focus solely on the needs of your loved one with MS. Do you ever feel that your own health and wellness needs are neglected or overlooked? It takes a special person to care for and support someone with MS, but who is taking care of your needs?

Join psychologist Meghan Beier, physical therapist Mandy Rohrig, and support partner Malcolm Newton as they discuss barriers he faces when it comes to prioritizing his own health and how he maintains his emotional and physical well-being while caring for his wife with MS.

Managing Mood & Cognitive Changes in Your Loved One

By cando-ms | October 5, 2018

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Managing Mood & Cognitive Changes in Your Loved One – Episode 4 – Transcript

One need that is often overlooked is coping and adapting to mood and cognitive changes that are common in MS. Up to 65% of people with MS experience changes in their thinking skills and approximately 50% experience mood changes, including anxiety and depression. For support partners, these changing life circumstances can impact their own mood and cognitive well-being.

Join psychologist Meghan Beier and support partner Karen Peterson to discuss strategies to recognize mood and cognitive changes in your partner and yourselves, where to turn for help, and tools to adapt in everyday life.

Young Adult Series: Relationships

By cando-ms | September 5, 2018

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Young Adult Series: Relationships – Episode 3 – Transcript

This is our third episode for the Can Do MS Podcast! These first three episodes are part of a Young Adult Series.

MS may change how you envisioned your life, but it doesn’t define who you are. This young adult podcast series will offer insights from MS expert and Psychologist, Lucille Carriere as well as stories from young adults living with MS. In three episodes, we will tackle three important topics including Career Planning, Mood & Cognition in MS, and Relationships & Family. What better way to hear about these topics than from people within the MS Community!

Category: Support Partner Voices