Multiple Sclerosis Society of India – Chennai Chapter was established in 1997 with Mr. N. Ram, Editor in Chief “The Hindu” as Founder Chairperson with just 10 MSP’s and many volunteers to add to its strength. Initiated by Mrs.Devi Bala, the Society had as its Founder Secretary, Mrs.Dolly Khanna, Founder Treasurer, Mrs.Ann Gonsalvez, and the Founder Vice Chairperson Mrs.Lakshmi Subramanian. Today the society serves more than 200 MS persons, over the States of TamilNadu and Kerala, with a Support Group at Puducherry.
Activities
- Identification of MS persons and initial help, like Doctor’s appointments, etc
- Lab tests, MRI’s, Injections and Medicine free/subsidized.
- Physio/Occupational Therapy free/subsidized.
- Help to obtain Disability Certificates, Insurance, etc.
- Visiting home bound /hospitalized Multiple Sclerosis Persons.
- Regular telephonic counseling services and Counselling at home.
- Financial Aid to MS Persons.
- Regular monthly meetings and get togethers for Multiple Sclerosis Persons.
- Supply of wheelchairs, walkers, other aids and incontinence products.
- Alternatives Medicines like Homeopathy, etc.
- Livelihood Rehabilitation.
- Advocacy and Awareness Campaigns.
- Fund Raising.
Recent Activities
Exciting India MS Day at Mahabalipuram's Beach Resort! 100 MSPs, Caretakers & Volunteers joined our unforgettable 'Excursion' on Feb 4, 2024. Mrs. Ann Gonsalvez (Hon. Secretary) welcomed all, and BNY…
Embracing Tranquility: Allow the waves of serenity to wash over as the Chennai Chapter extends a warm invitation to all MSPs and caregivers for a joyous celebration of IMSD at…
MSSI is overjoyed to announce that our incredible member, Smitha Sadasivan, has been honored with the prestigious national award for being a role model for persons with disabilities (Shreshth Divyangjan)!…
he MSSI Chennai Chapter orchestrated a radiant Diwali celebration at the BOSCH office on November 18, 2023. Commencing with a Fatigue Management follow-up session for 15 MSPs, the day brightened…
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Team Members
- Mrs. Ann Gonsalvez – Hon. Chairperson
- Mr. A. Ashokan – Hon. Vice-Chairperson
- Mrs. Dolly Khanna – Hon. Secretary
- Ms. Tara Rao – Hon. Jt. Secretary
- Mr. D. Sivakumar – Hon. Treasurer
- Mrs. Prema Srinivasan – Member – Managing Committee
- Ms. S. Smitha – Member – Managing Committee
- Mr. Dominic Surrao – Member – Managing Committee
- Mrs. G. Chitra – Member – Managing Committee
- Ms. Candila Mary – Member – Managing Committee