1.0 Independence and Empowerment

People with MS are empowered as full participants in their communities and in decision-making about the management and treatment of the disease.

2.0. Medical Care

People with MS have access to medical care, treatments and therapies appropriate to their needs.

3.0 Continuing (Long-Term or Social) Care

People with MS have access to a wide range of age-appropriate care services that enable them to function as independently as possible.

4.0. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

People with MS have the information and services they need to maintain positive health practices and a healthy lifestyle.

5.0 Support for Family Members

Family members and caregivers receive information and support to mitigate the effects of MS.

6.0 Transportation

People with MS have access to their communities through accessible public transportation and assistive technology for personal automobiles.

7.0 Employment and Volunteer Activities

Support systems and services are available to enable people with MS to continue employment as long as they are productive and desire to work.

8.0 Disability Entitlements and Cash Assistance

Disability entitlements and services are available to those in need, provide an adequate standard of living, and have flexibility to allow for the disease variability that is characteristic of multiple sclerosis.

9.0. Education

MS does not inhibit the education of people with MS, their families or careers.

10.0 Housing and Accessibility of Buildings in the Community

Accessibility, both of public buildings and in the availability of accessible homes and apartments, is essential to independence for people with MS.