1) How do I apply for the program?
To apply, please click here and download the online application. Please fill out every form completely for your application to be considered for review. Once you have filled out the forms completely, please fax to: Lauri O’Brien, 970.926.1295 or scan/email to: lobrien@mscando.org or mail to 27 Main Street Suite 303 Edwards, CO 81632 ATTN: Lauri O’Brien.
2) Who is this program for?
This program is for individuals living with MS & their support partners.
3) Do I have to register in advance for the program?
Yes! This program has limited availability to 35 people living with MS and their support partners. The program will fill up fast and no walk ups will be accepted. Click here to apply today!
4) How will I know when I am accepted to the program?
Once we have received your completed application, we will inform you that we have received your application. We will let you know if you’ve been accepted to the program as soon as possible.
5) Once I am accepted to the program, then what?
Can Do MS will send you an acceptance packet with information about the program and your instructions for next steps.
6) What are the fees for the program?
Cost of the program: The program is $50 for the entire weekend per participant/support partner ($50 total for 2 people).
Cancellation Deposit: There is a $200 deposit that is required to hold your place in the program. We do NOT charge your credit card unless you cancel within the cancellation period or do not show up to the program. A credit card is required for this deposit. We cannot hold your place in the program without this deposit.
7) What is included in the program?
This program includes all planned meals and hotel accommodations, lectures and workshops from Friday, starting at 5pm through – Sunday, at 3pm.
8) What is not included in the program and program fees?
- Air or ground transportation to and from the program venue is not included. Note: a complimentary airport shuttle is provided by the Embassy Suites Charleston for ground transportation to and from the hotel.
- Overnight parking at the hotel is $12 per night and is the responsibility of the participant/support partner.
9) What if I am a local to Charleston, West Virginia, do I have to stay at the hotel all weekend?
We certainly encourage everyone to stay at the hotel for the weekend. This will enable you to be on time for meals and programming. It’s a packed weekend full of great food, wonderful lectures and workshops and nice hotel accommodations. Eating meals with peers and the Can Do MS staff encourages great conversations and gives you a chance to ask questions that you might not get to ask in other situations.
The entire weekend will tie together so everyone is required to participate the full weekend (2.5 day program). If you are not interested in participating in the full weekend, please click here to check out our program schedule for other program options.
10) Who should I contact with questions?
For TAKE CHARGE Program inquiries:
Lauri O’Brien, Director of Programs
800-367-3101 ext. 1291 / 970-926-1291 / lobrien@mscando.org
To bring a TAKE CHARGE Program to your community:
Lauri O’Brien, Director of Programs
800-367-3101 ext. 1291 / 970-926-1291 / lobrien@mscando.org