Financial Assistance for Other MS-Related Needs

Fax: (954) 351-0630
Email: support@msfocus.org
Program website: http://www.msfocus.org/programs_coolapp.php
Application: http://www.msfocus.org/PDF/COOLING application.pdf

Multiple Sclerosis Foundation's Brighter Tomorrow Grants Program
The MSF Brighter Tomorrow Grants Program helps to make dreams come true for individuals with multiple sclerosis across the country. The goal of the grant is provide individuals with MS with goods or services (valued at up to $1000.00 per recipient) to improve their quality of life by enhancing safety, self-sufficiency, comfort, or well-being.
Recipients of the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation's Brighter Tomorrow grant have received car repairs, ramps, wheelchairs, walkers, eyeglasses, computers, appliances, televisions, furniture, therapeutic equipment, hobby supplies, retreats, and various home modifications.

To qualify, a person must be 18 years of age or older and diagnosed with MS, or the parent of a minor child diagnosed with MS, and be a permanent U.S. resident. They must not have any other means of fulfilling the need they express.  Applicants are asked to provide basic personal and financial information, and to write a brief essay of 100 words or less to describe how the grant would help them have A Brighter Tomorrow.
- Partially funded through a charitable donation from the Bayer Foundation.

6350 North Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Phone: (888) MSFOCUS or (888) 673-6287
Fax: (954) 351-0630
Email: support@msfocus.org
Program website: http://www.msfocus.org/programs_grants_bwmg.php
Application: http://www.msfocus.org/PDF/BTGGrant08.pdf

Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Assistive Technology Program
The MSF Assistive Technology (AT) program provides direct support for services and devices that increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. This includes aids for daily living, communication devices, computer, home, and vehicle modifications, orthotics, mobility aids, and aids for visual and hearing impairment. Various home modifications, including rails, grab bars, widened doorways and accessible bathrooms have also been provided. 

Questions will be asked regarding symptoms, level of disability, income, family support, and assistance requirements. This information helps the AT coordinator to assess the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of the patient. Financial status also plays a role in determining eligibility for the MSF Assistive Technology Program.  Upon review, the AT coordinator will determine what AT will be provided through the MSF or if a referral to another resource is needed. All equipment is ordered from a licensed medical equipment supplier.
- Partially funded through a charitable donation from the Bayer Foundation.

6350 North Andrews Avenue. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Phone: (888) MSFOCUS or (888) 673-6287
Fax: (954) 351-0630
Email: support@msfocus.org
Program website: http://www.msfocus.org/programs_patientsvc_equip.php