About
MS Plus is a leading provider of information, advice and support for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neurological conditions across Australia’s eastern states.
The organisation helps clients and their carers lead fulfilling lives by offering a range of services, support and referral pathways that ensure the best long-term outcomes.
MS Plus also funds research into the causes and treatments of MS, with a focus on finding a cure.
With an annual budget of around $47 million and almost $60 million in total revenue, the organisation employs more than 300 staff and relies on a large volunteer base.
Commercial services provide nearly 50% of their funding. The remainder comes from donations, bequests and investment returns, and a small portion from the government.
Outcome
Since their appointment, the new directors at MS Plus have been instrumental in expanding the organisation’s service offerings and managing the recently acquired business, Nursing Port Stephens Pty Ltd.
Their contributions have included:
- building and launching Wellbeing Centres
- introducing new key worker roles
- adopting a novel approach to supporting newly diagnosed individuals
- implementing new carer and diversity & inclusion strategies.
Specifically, the 4 Wellbeing Centres in Blackburn and Footscray (Victoria), Hobart (Tasmania) and Lidcombe (New South Wales) provide services that enhance the daily lives of people with neurological conditions. MS Plus continues to make a real difference in people’s lives.ent, reconciliation, and home and living choices for people with disability.
