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Description of Agency: |
Offers programs for people with MS and provides information and support for friends and families of those who are afflicted. Provides information and referrals and facilitates a self-help group. The MS Open Line is a peer counseling line that allows those with MS to discuss their situation with others who suffer from the disease. Provides financial assistance to clients based on need.
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Mission: |
MS stops people from moving. The National MS Society exists to make sure it doesn't. MS keeps people from moving. The National MS Society exists to make sure it doesn't.
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History: |
The Great Basin Sierra Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society was founded in 1960 as part of a nationwide network of organizations developed to support the overall mission. |
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Location: |
Washoe County |
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Facility/ADA Access: |
Yes. |
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Funded By: |
Donations |
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Affiliations: |
National MS Society |
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Agency Type: |
Non-Profit |
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| Client Information |
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Intended Participants: |
People w/MS, family members, friends, caregivers, physicians, social workers, agencies
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| Availability |
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Hours of Operation: |
M-F 8am-5pm |
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| Contact Information |
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Contact's Name: |
Ms. Dani Lutzow |
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Contact's Position: |
Program Coordinator |
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Contact's Phone: |
800-344-4867 |
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Contact's Email: |
danielle.lutzow@nmss.org |
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Physical Site Address 1: |
4600 Kietzke Lane, Building K, Suite 225 |
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Physical Site City, State, Zip: |
Reno,
NV
89502
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Main Phone: |
1-800-344-4867 |
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Hotline Phone: |
800-344-4867 |
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Fax: |
775-827-3167 |
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Email: |
nvn@nvn.nmss.org |
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Web Address: |
www.nationalmssociety.org/nvn |
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| Contact Information |
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Director's Name: |
Ms. Linda Lott |
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Director's Position: |
Region Manager- Development |
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| Additional Information |
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Partner Agency of United Way of No. NV/Sierra: |
Yes
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Affiliated Agency, Programs and Services
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This Agency:
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Great Basin Sierra Chapter
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Affiliated Program:
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NMSS - Northern Nevada Office
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Affiliated Services:
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Aquatics
Equipment Loans
Information and Referral
Knoledge is Power - Newly Diagnosed Series on MS
MS Family Financial Assistance
MS Library
MS Support Group
Multiple Sclerosis Free Clinic
Social Events/Family Days
Support Groups
Teleconferences
Wellness Series
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