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FeaturesNovember 24, 2005

Briefly Program explains disability assistance The National Multiple Sclerosis Society will holt a free lecture from 10 a.m. until noon Dec. 3 at Saint Francis Health and Wellness Center to explain the various options open to people with MS and other disabilities...

Briefly

Program explains disability assistance

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society will holt a free lecture from 10 a.m. until noon Dec. 3 at Saint Francis Health and Wellness Center to explain the various options open to people with MS and other disabilities.

Sandra Cato, social security benefit specialist with SEMO Alliance for Disability Independence, will speak on various government assistance programs. She will cover the difference between SSI and SSDI, give tips and guidance on how and when to apply for SSI and SSDI, how disability is determined, the new Medicare prescription drug programs and the ins and outs of Missouri Medicaid changes.

Those interested need to register for the lecture by Nov. 30 by calling (800) 344-4867 or online at www.gatewaymssociety.org.

March of Dimes needs extra help

Like many not-for-profit organizations, the March of Dimes has been hit hard by the national disasters that have occurred in our nation this year. In order for the Southeast Missouri March of Dimes to meet its budget, it is asking the community to consider making a donation.

Contributions may be sent to March of Dimes, 400 Broadway, Suite 520, Cape Girardeau, Mo. 63701.

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-- From staff reports

Calendar

Today

Grief Support Group, 7 to 9 p.m., Conference Room A, Saint Francis Education Center. For information, call 651-4617.

Monday

Parkinson's Support group, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Franciscan Conference Room. For information, call 331-5871.

Depressive Bipolar Support Alliance, 7 to 9 p.m., Assisi Conference Room, Saint Francis Medical Center.

Wednesday

Diabetes Basic Skills Class, 1:15 to 4:30 p.m., Fitness Plus Conference Room. Physician referral required. For information, call 331-5897.

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