Multiple Sclerosis Hope Center

The Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroimmunology Program in Hoag’s Pickup Family Neurosciences Institute offers a patient-centered and comprehensive approach to the treatment and management of MS. As part of this program, the Hoag Multiple Sclerosis Hope Center offers patients non-clinical programs in a supportive environment.

Our multidisciplinary team is here to help patients and their families gain a better understanding of the disease and learn how best to manage symptoms. With an educational focus, the Hope Center offers a variety of classes and services beyond routine doctor’s appointments. Patients will acquire tools to strengthen the skills
needed to manage everyday tasks at any stage along the MS journey.

Group sessions will offer beneficial peer support along with clinical experts specializing in the unique needs of MS patients. Our team brings participants together who are in similar disease stages and incorporates opportunities to share personal experiences with one another. The goal of this exceptional program is to optimize well-being and provide hope for those afflicted with MS.

Services and educational sessions include:

  • Pilates
  • Yoga
  • Guided meditation
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Dietary services
  • Anti-inflammatory meal preparation classes
  • Fitness classes
  • Strength and balance education
  • Fatigue management
  • Stress-reduction and communication techniques

2024 educational sessions:

  • July 11 – Balance Exercises and Fighting Fatigue
    Our program occupational therapist and physical therapist will lead exercises focused on managing fatigue. A physical therapist and Occupational therapist will also review balance exercises and tips to prevent falls.

  • August 8 – Stretching Exercises to Help Manage Muscle Spasms
    To target several areas at once that are prone to tightness for people with MS. Guided mediation will also be included.

  • September 12 – Cognitive Changes in MS: Ways to Remember Tasks etc.
    Distinctive learning and memory exercises will be presented to help improve your cognitive health.

  • October 10 – Relationship and Communication Counseling 101
    A Hoag for Her affiliated licensed marriage and family therapist will guide participants through communication exercises to help nurture healthy relationships.

  • November 14 – The Role of Diet and Interventions on Multiple Sclerosis
    A registered dietician will present on hot topics of MS and diet recommendations. Review of supplements will also be done. Please come hungry we will be meal prepping with our expert dietician and Occupational Therapist.

Location:
520 Superior Ave., Ste 100
Newport Beach, CA 92663

Cost:
$25/session
Pricing and availability subject to change.

Sessions will be held every second Thursday of the month from 4-6 pm. Enter the 520 Superior building on the first floor. Sessions are located in the physical therapy exercise room.

For more information, call 949-764-8141.