Living with Multiple Sclerosis in Birmingham? Find support, events + community

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Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in Birmingham can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it alone. In fact, the regional chapter of the National MS Society is right here in Birmingham to provide support and help you feel empowered.

Plus, MS research is thriving at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). Scientists at the UAB Multiple Sclerosis Center are studying new treatments and conducting clinical trials, giving our MS community a chance to help advance breakthroughs right here at home.

Read on for your guide to MS support, connections, can’t-miss events and volunteer opportunities in Birmingham.

National MS Society’s role in Birmingham 

Ever wish you had someone in Birmingham who really gets what living with MS is like? That’s exactly what the National MS Society does by helping those living with MS navigate daily life, stay connected and tap into the latest research. 

A few ways they do this include: 

• Connecting you to practical resources that make life with MS easier 
• Backing research + clinical breakthroughs that give real hope
• Hosting events + programs provide a sense of community
• Advocating for people living with MS + the family and friends cheering them on

“Across the county—including right here in Birmingham—the MS Society connects communities through awareness campaigns, advocacy and events like Walk MS, the Birmingham Leadership Class and Evening of Wines. These initiatives help raise critical funds for research while ensuring that individuals and families affected by MS know they are not alone.”

Rebecca Habermann, Executive Director, National MS Society Alabama Louisiana Mississippi Chapter

3 MS resources available in Birmingham:

1. Reach out to the MS Navigator Program

Looking for support and answers? The MS Navigator Program helps you and your family every step of the way. When you connect with them, you can:

• Speak with trained MS Navigators
• Get personalized guidance + practical next steps
• Connect to resources tailored to your situation

Here’s how to connect with the MS Navigator Program:

• Call: 1‑800‑344‑4867
• Chat or email online: MS Navigator Program

2. Join local MS support groups + connection programs

Living with a chronic autoimmune disease can feel isolating. Connecting with others going through a similar journey can make a big difference. The National MS Society offers multiple ways to connect in Birmingham:

To make it easier to connect, the National MS Society offers all sorts ways to do it.

Here are a few support groups + connection programs available right here in Birmingham:

• MSFriends–One-on-One Peer Support
  • Trained volunteers provide confidential conversations to share experiences, coping strategies + everyday tips.

• New to MS Virtual Meetup
  • Perfect for those newly diagnosed. Connect with the Birmingham MS community online to ask questions, share tips + find support.

• Other Virtual Meetups
  • Private Facebook groups + Discord chats
  • Safe spaces for people with MS + their family members

3. Attend National MS Society events in Birmingham

Whether you want to raise funds, learn more about MS or simply connect with the local community, attending these events is a great way to get involved:

Walk MS Birmingham 

• What: This annual event brings the MS community together, showing how support fuels the National MS Society’s mission to achieve a world without MS. Walkers of all ages can choose a 1-mile or 3-mile route + enjoy fun activities, community spirit + the chance to connect with others making a difference.
• When: March 28 | Walk begins at 9:30AM
• Where: Homewood Central Park
• Cost: Free to walk 
• Details
• Can’t attend? Donate here.

Evening of Wines 

• What: Mark your calendar for this 40th annual event supporting local MS programs + research. Throughout the evening, you’ll sip cocktails, enjoy a delicious dinner + bid on an exciting live auction.
• When: Sunday, May 17 | 5:30–9PM
• Where: Country Club of Birmingham 
• Cost: 
  • Individual Tickets: $250
  • Table of 8: $2,000
  • Table of 10: $2,500
• Details
• Can’t attend? Donate here.

BONUS: Join the National MS Society’s Leadership Class

The National MS Society’s Leadership Class brings together passionate community members to learn, grow and lead initiatives that support those living with MS. As part of the Birmingham class, you’ll have the opportunity to gain insights into advocacy, fundraising and community engagement while making a tangible difference in the Magic City.

Learn more and sign up here.

Get the support and information you need—connect with the National MS Society today.

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