MS Ireland
Informing, Supporting and Caring for the MS Community
Firstly, we would like to say THANK YOU to everyone who entered a photo for our 2019 calendar competition. Our judging panel found it incredibly hard to make the final decision as there seems to be a lot of talented photographers around the country!
Cover shot: Todor Tilev - Dolman
Pat McHenry – Dunluce Castle
Michael Smith – Luas Beresford Place
Oliver Gargan – As Time Goes By
John Brew – Dublin Clocks
Jennifer Grey – Footprints
Eamonn Lawless – Seafront Kiosk, Bray Co. Wicklow
James Mahon – In Golden Oats
Owen O’Donohoe – Blood Moon
Mark Gorman – Shandon Time
Colin Fitzpatrick – Deer in Phoenix Park
Alan Mahon – Rock Stars
Anne Francis- Nee – Umbrella
**Order our stunning 2019 calendar**
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For more information contact Sally Spearman: email calendars@ms-society.ie
Save the date MS Ireland's National MS Conference Saturday, 21st September 2019 in the Radisson Hotel, Limerick. Stay tuned for updates!
Apply now to become a Director We are currently seeking candidates including candidates with MS research or community development experience to go on to our panel of potential Board members. Members, Branches, Council, the Board and staff may propose candidates. All nominations must be proposed and seconded by Members. Nominations of retiring Board members seeking re-election must be submitted to the Nominations Committee. Other nominations may be submitted either directly to the Nominations Committee, or alternatively, under the provisions of Article 56 of MS Ireland’s Constitution, nominations may also be submitted directly to the Registered Office (MS Ireland’s National Office, 80 Northumberland Road, Dublin 4 D04 T856) and marked for the attention of the Company Secretary. The Nominating Committee will review all nominations, except those submitted to the Company Secretary under Article 56, and will recommend to the Board candidates to go forward for election by the Members at the AGM. Any Member nominated via Article 56 will have their candidacy put before the Members at the AGM. The Nominating Committee will take into account the range of skills necessary for board membership and where possible, the geographical spread, the gender balance, the experience and the qualifications of the candidates. All candidates must be in compliance with the requirements for Directors as set out in the Companies Act 2014, the Charities Act 2009 and MS Ireland’s Constitution and will be asked to sign a declaration to that effect. The Nominations Committee, on behalf of the Board, needs to be satisfied that no candidate, who legally cannot serve as a Board member, or who has been disqualified or restricted from being a Board member, is put before the Members at the AGM. Closing date for receipt of applications Applicants, wishing to apply for a position on the Board in September 2019, are invited to submit their application form by 5pm on Friday, 31st May 2019.
Launch of new single "We Had It All' Everyone at MS Ireland are absolutely thrilled that Stockton's Wing are reuniting and donating all proceeds of the sale of their single to MS Ireland. Stockton's Wing present their new single ‘We Had It All’ on the 7th March, marking their first new music in over twenty years. ‘A Retrospective’ tour follows in April & May. All proceeds from the single go to Multiple MS Ireland, as frontman Mike Hanrahan explains: “Two of my close musician friends Mark Gilligan and Niall O Callanáin have been living with MS for a number of years. Their courage and determination to adjust their lives through sheer positive thinking is inspirational. We are delighted to be involved and urge everyone to download the single, all proceeds will go directly to MS Ireland who provide such a high level of support and care for thousands living with the condition”. Ava Battles CEO of MS Ireland “everyone at MS Ireland is delighted that Stockton Wing have reunited and are launching their single ‘We Had It All’ in aid of MS Ireland. All proceeds from the sale of the single will go directly towards the provision of services provided by MS Ireland to the 9,000 people living with MS in Ireland. We are greatly appreciative of their fantastic support and generosity”. A friend of the band, Niall Ó Callanáin who is living with MS sat down with us recently to talk all about his life, his MS and how important and empowering the services MS Ireland provides are to him. You can check out the full interview with Niall here or click on the image below Buy their latest single "We Had It All" in aid of MS Ireland by clicking the link below: http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/stocktonswing
We are so excited to announce that we have teamed up with Emma Larkin, a jewellery designer who is based in Galway. Emma has designed these small little kisses to wear on your lovely lobes. So now you can show your support and help us Kiss Goodbye to MS! Emma is supporting our Kiss Goodbye to MS campaign as MS is a condition that she has been surrounded by for her whole life. Emma’s mum was diagnosed with MS before she was born. “I am aware of the good and the bad days that MS can bring but I think trying to have a positive attitude, can go a long way. My mum has been a great support in my life so it means a lot for me to take part in this Kiss Goodbye MS campaign”. Emma has recently started her own jewellery business and her work is on sale both online and in selected shops. You can check out more of Emma’s amazing designs here. So what are you waiting for? These stunning Kiss Goodbye to MS lip earrings are subtle and add a touch of glamour to your everyday! So head to our shop or call one of our team on 01 6781620 to place your order today! Our earrings are priced at €11.00 including post and packaging. 50% of the cost will do directly to Kiss Goodbye to MS.
MS Reseach Ball We are excited to announce that our Kiss Goodbye to MS Research Ball will take place on Saturday, 25th May So save the date – we will be announcing more details soon, including a one day only Valentine’s Early Bird Ticket offer. Let’s make 2019 bigger and better! Last year our MS Research Ball was a great success, raising over €15,000 that went directly to fund vital research into the causes, treatments and possible cures for MS. It was a night to remember! We enjoyed a prosecco drinks reception, scrumptious 4 course dinner and live music by The Luna Boys. We danced, sang and laughed into the wee hours!!
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27 March 2019: Physiotherapist led Exercise classes for people with MS, starts 9th January (ongoing)
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