# 3-2021 Community Advisor News
21 September 2021
Hi everyone,
I hope you enjoyed the lovely Spring day we had yesterday and today the bracing spring winds! Welcome to my latest edition of ‘News from your Community Advisor.’
Progression in MS webinar (please note this is happening tomorrow (Wednesday) 22nd September)
The NZ Multiple Sclerosis Research Trust is pleased to announce the next webinar in the 2021 series with a focus on MS and Progression. This webinar will be held this coming Wednesday 22nd September and is free to register. There will be the opportunity to ask questions of the speakers at the end of the session. For all the details, follow the below link;
Progression in MS Webinar – 2021 Webinar Series – Webinar 2 – NZMSRT (msresearch.nz)
Media Release – Kiwis with MS ‘light years’ behind Aussi patients in treatment access and quality of life
Follow this link to the below media release;
Transport to your Covid 19 vaccination
From Monday 20 September, Metlink will be offering free travel on buses and trains to anyone getting their COVID-19 vaccination.
On the day of your vaccination visit – simply show your booking confirmation, otherwise let your bus driver or train manager know you are heading to or from your vaccination and take your seat. If using buses or trains is not an option for you, Metlink are encouraging people to contact them directly on 0800 801 700 to arrange community transport to and from your vaccination centre.
For more information on free travel to vaccination centres, visit https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/covid-19…/wellington/
MS Wellington at Alert level 2
Just a reminder about what is available to you at the current Alert level 2. As Community Advisors we are still available by remote contact. You can contact us by phone, email or video conferencing and we look forward to hearing from you. Face to face support groups do not take place under level 2.
For an up-to-date status on NZ and regional alert levels at any time, check here;
Unite against COVID-19 (covid19.govt.nz)
Movement and Breathing Better Webinar
This webinar is part of the “Overcoming MS, Finding hope series.” The session will take place on September 28th at 8pm BST via Zoom. The session will include a presentation and Q&A led by Gillian Robinson, Lead Physiotherapist from the MS Therapy Centre in Lothian
Our Multiple Sclerosis Events | Overcoming MS
Spotlight
We have ‘Living Well with MS’ podcasts from Shona Daube’s radio programme available through our website. Topics include an interview with Nick Brandon, discussing the changes he has experienced with MS; and an interview with Nikki Regnault talking about her experience of undergoing HSCT (Hematopoietic stem cell therapy).
You can access the podcasts here;
Podcasts: Living well with MS (google.com)
Feel free to be in touch with me at any time if you have any questions or would like to discuss your needs. My contact details are below.
Ngā mihi,
Gillian Fry
Manager & Lead Community Advisor