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If you've been newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, know this: you are not alone. At Locke's Promise, we understand the mix of emotions—confusion, overwhelm, heartbreak—and we are here to walk this path with you. Reach out and learn, share your thoughts, or simply sit with the weight of it all; we’re a space for you to feel seen and supported. Let us connect, lighten the burden of your day, and remind you that together, we can navigate MS. You are never MS alone.
FUnding & Other Resources
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At Locke’s Promise, we believe independence should never be out of reach — and sometimes the right support can change everything. The Harry Gregg Foundation offers individual grants (up to $1,200) for New Hampshire residents living with disabilities who need help with essential costs like adaptive equipment, home or vehicle modifications, non‑reimbursed medical or therapy expenses, respite services, camp tuition, or continuing education. These grants are designed to remove barriers and open doors for people working hard to live fully and confidently in their communities. If you or someone you love could benefit from this kind of support, this is a resource worth exploring.
We’re proud to share opportunities that strengthen independence, dignity, and everyday life. 💙
Learn more or apply: harrygreggfoundation.org/faq/
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Did you know that Granite State Independent Living (GSIL) is doing life‑changing work across New Hampshire — helping people with disabilities live fully, independently, and with confidence? From employment support and benefits counseling to home access modifications, personal care, peer mentoring, education programs, and even refurbished assistive technology, GSIL fills the gaps so individuals can thrive. Their statewide team provides advocacy, training, community‑based services, and transition support for people of all ages, empowering more than 2,500 Granite Staters every year to live their best lives. If you or someone you love needs support, GSIL is here to help.
Learn more about their programs: www.gsil.org
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His videos provide education only, not medical advice. They are not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always seek advice of a your health provider with any medical question. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you watched on any of my videos.
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Polar Products such as cooling vests, bras, wraps, etc: polarproducts.com
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Mobility Works (Wheelchair vans, rentals & inventory): www.mobilityworks.com
Northeast Passage (living beyond disability): www.nepassage.org
Wheels for Wheels (Accessibility Modifications to a home, wheelchair & ramp supplies, hands free mobility/smart devices & technology, Accessibility modifications to vehicles, other needs for accessible vehicles): WheelsforWheels.com
ZEEN: Sit to stand Mobility device: GOZEEN.com
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The MS Gym: (MS & Exercise): www.themsgym.com
Yoga Moves Anybody: online & in person: www.yogamovesanybody.org
Where to start? The National MS Society that’s where!
The National MS Society is a fabulous place to turn to for information about Multiple Sclerosis! Find a community near you - In Your Area: MS Community Chapters | National MS Society
Looking for another great resource? The MSAA!
The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America is a great resource and they recently released an Ultimate MS Treatment Guide that allows you to compare drugs for disease-modified treatments. They have podcasts, webinars, trainings, and guidance on what to expect when newly diagnosed. Truly a fantastic resource for anyone with MS (and their family members).
CAN DO MS is a great resource!
Can Do helps families with MS thrive.
Our free programs and resources help people living with multiple sclerosis and their care partners make each day the best it can be. Learn how MS can impact your life, find motivation and personalized guidance to overcome challenges, and build a positive support network.
There are great bloggers out there with MS!
The best way I have found to stay tethered to this Earth and not lose myself in all the ‘what if's of having MS is by reading other MSer’s blogs. Some are educational and I use them as guidance, other are humorous and keeps MS on the lighter side of things because if you think about it, it is a laughable disease. So crazy you couldn’t make these symptoms up!
mssymptoms.me writes about her MS, and others with MS, features books about MS and is an award winning author that tells her own story about MS. Check her out.
If you are looking to ‘find humor in a multiple sclerosis life’ look no further thanYvonne deSousa. I was recently told about her and quickly dove into her amazing website and blog filled with fun, light-hearted stories of life with MS. She is another author as well that wrote MS Madness!, A ‘giggle more, cry less’ story of Multiple Sclerosis. It’s in my Amazon cart now!
Podcasts:
Podcasts can be a great resource to learn from and a way to simply hear others’ stories about MS.
I have created a few from my podcast, “Your Story is Your Strength”.
I was featured on one in August of 2022. I was invited because I have MS and the podcast is called “Runners Without Limits” and this particular episode the host was covering her Dopey Challenge run at Disney and that she was running it with the MSAA to bring awareness around MS. She wanted to learn as much as she could about MS as she realized she didn’t know really anything about it. She reached out to me as I shared publically my disease and story.
Listen to it here:
Episode 164 – Being Active with Multiple Sclerosis: Sarah Locke
As this podcast isn’t solely about MS I thought I’d share it here:
About the Podcast: Coach Heather and her Client Athlete Jen talk about all things running during a weekly podcast. As a result of their friendship, they began working together as Coach and Athlete, then as hosts of the Runners Without Limits Podcast (formerly Go Find Your Awesome). In it, they discuss training tips, gear, races, recovery, nutrition, products...everything you might want from a Podcast for Every Runner.
MS-focused Podcasts for you to browse:
RealTalk MS - Join host Jon Strum each week as he breaks down the latest multiple sclerosis news. We’re talking about the amazing MS research that’s taking place in laboratories around the world — and we’re talking to some of the brilliant neuroscientists who are conducting that research!
We’re monitoring the debate among our lawmakers surrounding prescription drug price transparency, healthcare legislation, funding for new and experimental MS research — anything that might impact your MS treatments.
And we’re talking with MS activists, MS caregivers, MS fundraisers, and other heroes who strive to raise the bar for those who battle MS every day.
If you’re affected by multiple sclerosis — as a patient, caregiver, family member, or friend — join us for RealTalkMS.
Little MS Sunshine - A podcast to show that life doesn't have to stop with a Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis. I found this one on Spotify.
I also ran into this blog that shares 40 podcasts about Multiple Sclerosis.
Exercise Opportunities:
The MS Gym: (MS & Exercise): www.themsgym.com
Body Cooling:
Polar Products such as cooling vests, bras, wraps, etc: polarproducts.com
