The Fairview Multiple Sclerosis Achievement Center  (MSAC) is a special program designed to enhance the body, mind and spirit of people with progressive multiple sclerosis (MS). At the Center, people with multiple sclerosis receive rehabilitation, education programs, social activities and moral support specially designed to to slow the progress of their multiple sclerosis. Our team of professionals includes physical, occupational, speech and recreational therapists, social workers and chaplains who work together with participants to address each individual’s physical, emotional and spiritual needs.

Activities at the MS Achievement Center help people with multiple sclerosis remain as active and independent as possible so they may remain in their homes. The center also assists family members or caregivers by providing respite, support and resources.  

Innovative, customized care
The MS Achievement Center’s individualized programs provide the most comprehensive and effective MS maintenance rehabilitation services available to help participants:

•  Maintain or improve functional ability
•  Prevent complications often seen in severe multiple sclerosis
•  Adjust to changing functional abilities 
•  Benefit from a creative alternative to nursing home placement 
•  Receive support for themselves and their families

Staff who specialize in MS
The Fairview MS Achievement Center operates Monday through Friday. Individuals with MS participate in the program one to two days per week from 10:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Participants benefit from a variety of activities and services, including:

• Nursing care provided by a licensed practical nurse
• Physical therapy – stretching, range-of-motion; aerobic activities, gait (walking) training, flexibility, balance and coordination exercises and seating and positioning services. 
• Occupational therapy – participants learn compensation techniques for both physical and cognitive (thinking) problems, energy conservation techniques, strengthening methods, building tolerance for activity and improving their ability to perform activities of daily life
• Speech and language therapy
• Recreational therapy – wheelchair aerobics (adapted activities such as painting, woodworking and ceramics, music, educational programs and speakers.
• Counseling – support and issue groups
• Wound prevention program 
• Health and wellness – nutrition, relaxation and stress management education
• Opportunities to socialize
• Caregiver support groups 

Social workers can help participants arrange the most efficient, least expensive form of transportation to and from the center.

Insurance
Some insurance plans cover the cost of program participation. Social workers assist you in managing your heath care benefits. Anyone wishing to participate in the program must have prior authorization from their physician.

For more information
Contact the Fairview MS Achievement Center at 612-672-2815.

Your support is needed
The MS Achievement Center is supported by our community in several ways.

• Volunteers provide a variety of services during the program day. For more information about volunteering, contact Fairview Volunteer Services, 612-672-2815.
• Financial support – Chronic disease management programs often are under funded. The MS Achievement Center welcomes financial contributions to assist the program. To make a tax-deductible contribution, please make your check payable to Fairview Foundation and in the memo line include MS Achievement Center. You also may make an online donation on our secured site at www.fairview.org/foundation.

Contact information
Fairview MS Achievement Center
2200 University Avenue, Suite 140
St. Paul, MN 55114
612-672-2815

or email us at msac@fairview.org