Alexandria is to host free support sessions for people who are recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).

The Living Well with MS sessions will enable those affected by the neurological condition to share their own experiences and meet other people who have been newly diagnosed with MS.

Taking place this May and June, the two sessions will give those who have been diagnosed with the condition in the last five years the opportunity to learn from each other about how to live well with the condition and build their confidence in setting daily goals.

Those that come along will also have the opportunity to stay in touch with each other online.

Coleen Kelly, self-management lead for MS Society Scotland, said: “This is a great opportunity to connect with other people who live with MS.

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“During the sessions, people will be able to learn about skills and strategies to manage the challenges that MS brings and find out more about local organisations that can offer support.”

The sessions will take place on Wednesday, May 29 at 3pm and Wednesday, June 12 at 6pm at Alexandria Community Facility, Main Street, G83 0NU.

To register, please contact MS Society Scotland on 0131 335 4050 or visit http://bit.ly/2VBh5Fn.

Attendees are asked to register in advance of coming along.

For more information on the MS Society, please visit mssociety.org.uk.

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