Find support groups and educational programs for those living with multiple sclerosis or have a loved one with MS. Some groups serve specific populations, such as young adults, parents of children with MS or carepartners Some groups focus on a specific topic, such as support, advocacy, education, physical activity or wellness. Others may be more social in nature. You can find a support group or educational program that fits your schedule. The options range from single-session programs to weekly support group meetings. Established MS self-help groups include both location-based and national, online options.

NAMI NH provides education, support and public policy advocacy to improve the lives of individuals affected by mental illness/serious emotional disorders. The support and programs offered are for individuals across their lifespan and include: education programs for families, individual and group support, information and referral, suicide prevention programs, support groups, anti-stigma speaker's bureau, professional development training and special mental health/mental illness awareness programs.

Services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals, families, and community. Services includes: Information Referral; Service Coordination / Advocacy Case Management; Support Group Information and social group; Support for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students NH Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education Initiative Project; Family Sign Language Program; Interpreter Referral / Cart Referral and Emergency Medical Interpreting Services (EMIS); Deaf Blind Communication Equipment Program; Equipment and Material Loans Assistive listening devices, TTY, and resource materials for loan; Outreach Services/Community Education

Recovery International offers a cognitive behavioral training program and support groups. Meetings provide a safe space to receive guidance, fellowship, acceptance and support groups from peers with similar problems. Also helps people learn to identify and manage negative thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and behaviors that can lead to emotional distress and related physical symptoms. Recovery International meetings are held all over the country by Chat, Phone, Zoom, and Community (in-person). The meeting calendar lists chat, phone and Zoom meetings in Eastern time.

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) provides education, advocacy, and support. It provides information and support for: adults, children, families, parents, professionals, and teens. Information and one on one help is provided through a toll free information line. It is an information clearinghouse. It has webinars, online and in person peer support groups, parent support and education, tips for living with ADHD, and more. Some of the information is available in Spanish.

MS Navigators connects you to the information, resources and support needed to move your life forward. These supportive partners help navigate the challenges of MS unique to your situation, providing: Information and education to help people with MS and their support teams powerfully advocate for what you need, when and how you need it. Emotional support resources for people with MS as well as family and carepartners, including support groups and ways to connect with others living with MS. Help through the complexities of finding a healthcare provider, benefits, insurance and access to coverage, and employment. Resources to face financial challenges and plan for the future. Wellness strategies that can make an impact on quality of life with MS including diet, exercise, emotional well-being and connection to local wellness resources. Assessment for personalized case management.

New Hampshire Family Voices provides free, confidential services to families and professionals caring for children with chronic conditions and / or disabilities Services include: Individual assistance by telephone Assistance navigating through systems (health, human services, education, and health care financing). Assisting families to make more informed decisions about their children’s health care and be better able to participate in systems building activities in their communities and within NH Information and resources Trainings for families on healthcare, financing, best practices and family/professional partnerships. A lending library Parent to Parent support

Recovery International offers a cognitive behavioral training program and support groups. Meetings provide a safe space to receive guidance, fellowship, acceptance and support groups from peers with similar problems. Also helps people learn to identify and manage negative thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and behaviors that can lead to emotional distress and related physical symptoms. Recovery International meetings are held all over the country by Chat, Phone, Zoom, and Community (in-person). The meeting calendar lists chat, phone and Zoom meetings in Eastern time.

Support group held daily for recovering addicts. The help line offers daily meeting lists, addict callback support, as well as information on area events and activities.

MS Navigators connects you to the information, resources and support needed to move your life forward. These supportive partners help navigate the challenges of MS unique to your situation, providing: Information and education to help people with MS and their support teams powerfully advocate for what you need, when and how you need it. Emotional support resources for people with MS as well as family and carepartners, including support groups and ways to connect with others living with MS. Help through the complexities of finding a healthcare provider, benefits, insurance and access to coverage, and employment. Resources to face financial challenges and plan for the future. Wellness strategies that can make an impact on quality of life with MS including diet, exercise, emotional well-being and connection to local wellness resources. Assessment for personalized case management.

When coping with MS becomes difficult, it sometimes helps to talk to someone who has been there. Whether someone has just been diagnosed with MS or is struggling with new or ongoing symptoms, the MSF’s Volunteer Peer Counselors are here to listen and offer support. Through our We Care, We Call program, people with MS are able to get a regular “check-in” call from other people with MS. Calls can be requested each week, every few days, or once a month. Requests for calls can be made at 888-673-6287 or [email protected]. Although women are most commonly diagnosed with MS, men with the condition face unique challenges. The MSF’s Men and MS Program puts callers in touch with MSF Volunteer Peer Counselor Jim Masterson, who has been living with MS for more than 20 years. Jim can be reached by calling 888-MSFOCUS (673-6287), or contacted at [email protected].