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Hi, My name is DJ.

I'm new to the community. I am a caretaker of a family member with progressive MS. I have been a caretaker for over 9 years now and I have seen many of the challenges that some of you have faced or will face in the future. I am here to connect with people who have MS and those who are caregivers to people with MS.

Ms has affected 3 generations of my family - my grandmother, mother and my sister as well as a cousin. It has impacted my life greatly.

Just wanted to say hi and connect with the community.

Thanks

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Royjr

Hello DJ. Glad to meet you.

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greaterexp

Ddjohnso , you're my hero for being a caretaker! What would we do without the help and support of family and friends?

This site has been a wonderful source of information and encouragement for me. I think you will find some truly lovely people here!

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Ddjohnso in reply togreaterexp

Thank you for your kind words!

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Morllyn

Hi Ddjohnso , glad you found us!

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SueAB

Ddjohnso , Welcome! As caretaker for 9 years you will be able to offer insight to those whose partners are struggling with the DX. You are a real trooper! MS affects an entire family not just the patient.

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Ddjohnso in reply toSueAB

Thank you!

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WAshingtongirl

Welcome, Ddjohnso , and thank you for loving and caring for someone with MS. As others have already said, we are honored to have you here. Please feel free to post questions or to even connect with other caregivers here. This forum is here to provide assistance and encouragement, whether we have MS or care for someone who does. We look forward to getting to know you better. 💕

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Ddjohnso in reply toWAshingtongirl

Thank you!

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GerriG

Hello Ddjohnso , I'm still pretty new here myself. This community of folks are quite awesome and very much a help in getting through the day. Hope to hear from you often on here.

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melack01

Welcome!

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kdali

Welcome!

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jackiesj

How are you today and how is the care taking going?I hope you have a plan for an hour aday with just you.Very important.Have a great week!

Welcome D.J.

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