Your Support Inspires Hope
Your support has directly funded vital support services as well as powering research to improve treatment, diagnosis and ultimately a cure.
Research
$762,000
raised for MS research to find a cure and better treatments.
NeuroAssist
10,995 Inbound & Outreach Calls
Providing support to calls received and made into the community to ensure no family faces MS alone.
NDIS Access
100+ people
Received one to one support to get life-changing NDIS funding.
Support Groups
30+ Groups
Gave the community a space that makes them feel connected & supported through shared experiences.
MS Queensland is committed to also delivering a wide range of other specialist supports for MS and neurological conditions.
Employment Support
154 People
were supported in managing MS at work. In addition, 17 people were assisted in gaining new employment.
Physio & Exercise Therapy
5,723+ Hours
of therapy were delivered to improve clients movement and mobility to maintain greater interdependence.
Support Coordination
22,366 Hours
of support saw hundreds of people connect with services for MS and other neurological conditions.
Accommodation
54 Residents
live across our sites in Caboolture, Albany Creek, Springfield, Toowoomba, Bundall, Southport & Lutywche apartments.
People You’ve Helped
You have helped thousands of people receive the knowledge, support and understanding they have needed in their MS journey. Your kind heart is an inspiration of hope for people with MS and the people you have helped are an inspiration to us all.
Tanya
In early 2015, Tanya began experiencing worrying symptoms, including numbness in the left side of her face. Initially dismissed as routine dental concerns, Tanya’s journey took a sharp turn when her dentist referred her to an Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon. Little did she know this referral would set the stage for her battle against MS. Following dental scans, the surgeon, suspecting a neurological issue, ordered a brain MRI, leading to the confirmation: Tanya had MS.
Despite the challenges posed by MS, Tanya refuses to let it dictate her life and continues to live life to the fullest, undeterred by the uncertainties that MS may bring. Tanya’s motto certainly encapsulates her positive attitude and determination!
Tanya’s story serves as an inspiration, reminding us all that with courage, resilience, and the support of kind hearted people and compassionate organizations like MS Queensland, we can overcome even the greatest of challenges.
“You wake up every morning to fight the same demons that left you so tired the night before, and that, my love, is bravery.”
Tanya
Kim
In December 2021, Kim had turned 31 and was enjoying her new life on the Gold Coast after moving to sunny Queensland from regional Victoria. Kim was preparing to return home for the Christmas holidays when tingling in both hands created concern. It wasn’t long before Kim had received her MS diagnosis.
“One of the first things that I did as soon as I got my diagnosis was reach out to MS Queensland and I put my hand up and say, I’ve got this diagnosis – What does it mean? What can I do? How can you help?”
Since connecting with MS Queensland, Kim has been able to access a range of services available to her, thanks to the generous fundraising and donations from the MS Community, including specialist nursing support and NDIS access.
“The biggest difference in my life now is that I am enjoying life more than I was a year ago. I refuse to let life pass me by because of a condition… “
Kim
Josie
Josie was diagnosed 15 years ago with MS. At first the diagnosis left her feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what comes next.
With your support Josie was able to reach out to MS Queensland via the NeuroAssist info line for support and guidance. The team directed her to the NDIS service where they were able to help Josie navigate the complexities of the NDIS process to get funding, she needed to help manage her MS.
This support fully paid for by kind hearted supporters like you helped Josie get the help she needed to manage her MS ensuring her MS journey is positive and full of hope.
“I’ve always been a great supporter of and appreciate all of the support received from MS Queensland. Knowing that they are always there is like wearing a life vest.â€
Josie
We are deeply grateful to you for choosing to continue to support people living with MS and other neurological conditions.
Our promise is to treat you with respect, honesty and openness
OUR PLEDGE TO YOU, OUR DONORS
Because you have a desire to give,
We have an opportunity to fulfil that desire.
Because you have choice in charitable giving,
Our service must be superior.
Because you have a sense of urgency,
We must act promptly.
Because you have expectations,
We must exceed them.
Because you are valued,
We must provide exceptional experiences.
Because trust is important to you,
We must preserve that trust through good stewardship and transparency.
BECAUSE OF YOU, NO ONE FACES MS ALONE!
