Peer Support
At MS Ireland, we recognise the importance of connecting with others who understand the experience of living with MS. Peer support is a key part of how we support our community.
How you can connect
We provide opportunities for people to connect in a variety of ways, including:
- In-person gatherings such as coffee mornings, information sessions and classes (e.g. yoga, art, mindfulness)
- Virtual support groups facilitated by Regional Community Workers
- Programmes focused on symptom management and wellbeing
- Local branch meetings
Why peer support matters
Many of our programmes support physical and symptom-related outcomes, while also encouraging shared learning between participants. This helps people gain insight and confidence from the experiences of others.
Other programmes take a more informal, community-based approach, where peer support develops naturally through conversation, shared activities and mutual understanding.
Through all of these opportunities, we aim to create supportive spaces where people can connect, learn and feel understood.
Contact your Regional Community Worker
One-to-One Peer Support Pilot Project
We are looking for people to become Peer Supporters and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others living with MS.
This is an opportunity for those who are interested in supporting others, building connections, and helping to reduce isolation within the MS community.
About the role
Peer Supporters play an important role in supporting people living with MS. Drawing on their own lived experience, they provide empathetic, non-judgmental and confidential support, helping to build connection, reduce isolation and promote wellbeing.