Centers for Multiple Sclerosis

Centers for Multiple Sclerosis The Centers for Multiple Sclerosis is a local nonProfit organization driven entirely by individual donations, foundation grants, and our annual gala.

Our Vision - To improve the quality of life for individuals affected by multiple sclerosis across Southwest Florida: including Naples, Estero, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Charlotte County and more There are at least 1,500 MS patients in our services area (Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades Counties). $0 of our support is from government funding. $0 of our support is from national MS organizations. We provide individuals in our service area affected by MS access to a comprehensive wellness program not covered by insurance. Your involvement as a donor, volunteer, or spokesperson is greatly appreciated as it plays a significant role in supporting the Centers into the future and the services we provide.

Recruit a SponsorIn order to provide specialized services at no cost to our registered clients, we depend heavily on spo...
09/21/2026

Recruit a Sponsor
In order to provide specialized services at no cost to our registered clients, we depend heavily on sponsors for events including the MS Health and Wellness Symposium in October and our annual gala fund-raiser in February.

Any donor, whether it is a friend, a small business, a large business or an agency you know is welcome to sponsor one of our events or donate raffle prizes. Let them know how much the Centers for MS means to you and give them our contact information:

Symposium Sponsorships OR contact [email protected] or call 239.319.0904 ext. 104.

Could retraining the immune system change the course of MS?A promising new approach is taking a different tack: instead ...
09/14/2026

Could retraining the immune system change the course of MS?
A promising new approach is taking a different tack: instead of broadly suppressing the immune system, researchers are trying to teach it to leave myelin alone.

In an early clinical trial, scientists used patients’ own red blood cells, attached tiny pieces of myelin to them, and returned the modified cells to the bloodstream. The goal? Help the immune system recognize myelin as “self” rather than a target.

The results were encouraging: the treatment was generally well tolerated, appeared to increase immune-regulating cells, and was associated with lower levels of a blood marker linked to nerve damage. The study involved just 10 people with MS, however, so much more research is needed before we know whether this strategy can actually reduce disease activity or protect people from disability.

Still, the idea is intriguing: what if the future of MS treatment involves teaching the immune system, rather than simply suppressing it?

Read this article from Multiple Sclerosis News Today for a closer look at this experimental cell therapy and what researchers hope it could mean for MS.
Article: https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/news-posts/2026/09/04/new-ms-cell-therapy-builds-immune-tolerance-protect-myelin/?utm_source=MS&utm_campaign=6fecdbdefa-Email_ENL_US_MS&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b5fb7a3dae-6fecdbdefa-71390725

Class schedule 9/14 through 9/19:Note: The MSCC Naples will not be held on Wednesday, September 16. The MSCC Buckingham ...
09/14/2026

Class schedule 9/14 through 9/19:
Note: The MSCC Naples will not be held on Wednesday, September 16. The MSCC Buckingham will have classes on September 15.
If you are ever unsure whether a class will be held, call 239-319-0904 and we will get back to you. Link September Calendar: https://centers4ms.org/wp.../uploads/2026/08/sept26b.png

Check Out Our Featured Speakers for the Health & Wellness Symposium.Registration is open for the Centers for Multiple Sc...
09/08/2026

Check Out Our Featured Speakers for the Health & Wellness Symposium.

Registration is open for the Centers for Multiple Sclerosis second annual MS Health and Wellness Symposium on October 15, 2026; a free day-long educational seminar specifically designed for individuals living with MS, their loved ones, and caregivers. In addition to our Keynote Speaker, Steve Doerfler, we have four incredible experts in local multiple sclerosis services to share their insight and experience with you!

This year's event will be held at St. Leo the Great’s Catholic Church Life Center, 28290 Beaumont Rd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134. Last year's event reached capacity quickly, so sign up today!

Register: https://centers4ms.org/symposium-sign-up/

Class schedule 9/5 through 9/12:Note: The Centers for MS will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor...
09/06/2026

Class schedule 9/5 through 9/12:
Note: The Centers for MS will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day. No classes will be held.
The MSCC Naples will not be held on Wednesday, September 9.
If you are ever unsure whether a class will be held, call 239-319-0904 and we will get back to you. Link September Calendar: https://centers4ms.org/wp.../uploads/2026/08/sept26b.png

Class schedule 8/31 through 9/5Note: We will be closed Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. No classes will be he...
08/29/2026

Class schedule 8/31 through 9/5
Note: We will be closed Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. No classes will be held. If you are ever unsure whether a class will be held, call 239-319-0904 and we will get back to you.

Link September Calendar: https://centers4ms.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/sept26b.png

Each year, insurance companies and healthcare providers negotiate their contracts. A couple of local healthcare groups h...
08/28/2026

Each year, insurance companies and healthcare providers negotiate their contracts. A couple of local healthcare groups have announced non-renewals for 2027.

The biggest one for Lee County residents - Lee Health announced it will not be a United Healthcare in-network provider after Dec. 31, 2026. See Gulf Coast News' article on what UH customers should do to prepare for the change.

Read the article: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/unitedhealthcare-insurance-lee-health-steps/73533111

In Collier County, NCH has announced the Cigna and Wellcare Medicare Advantage Plans will not be in-network starting in January 2027.

Read the article:
https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/nch-cigna-wellcare-medicare-advantage-plan-florida/73536502

Appointments through the end of the year will have no coverage changes, so you have time to make a research-based decision on your best options for next year.

Reminder, there is no aqua class today at Wellway
08/26/2026

Reminder, there is no aqua class today at Wellway

Address

8200 Health Center Boulevard Suite 104
Estero, FL
34135

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+12393190904

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