Practical help

image: Woman in wheelchair getting into adapted van

With MS, it's often the little things that can make a difference.

Find out practical information and tips on driving, home adaptations, shorts breaks and respite care and wheelchairs and scooters.

Driving and DVLA
Home adaptations
Short breaks
Mobility

Most people with MS continue to drive as normal. Some MS symptoms can cause difficulties with driving, such as vision problems, fatigue or mobility difficulties. These are often part of a relapse and therefore temporary.

image: A man with MS driving a car

Even if MS affects your ability to drive in a regular car, it might still be possible to carry on driving with adaptations to a vehicle, like hand controls instead of foot pedals.

Find out more about driving with MS

Having MS doesn't necessarily mean you will need to make any changes to your home, but sometimes the right adaptations can ensure it continues to suit your needs.

image: Woman in adapted kitchen

The first step is getting an occupational therapist (OT) to do an assessment and see what would be useful for you - your GP or MS nurse can refer you.

Find out more about home adaptations

Taking a break - whether you have MS or care for someone who has MS - is vital now and again, but having MS can make it difficult. For people more severely affected, it's often even more difficult.

image: Woman relaxing outdoors on a sofa

There's help available, whether in the form of the information you need about accessible holidays, or financial help with getting away.

Find out more about short breaks, holidays and respite care

Many people worry about 'ending up' in a wheelchair, but the majority of people with MS do not become severely disabled. Many people with MS choose to use wheelchairs or scooters from time to time or to do certain things.

image: Close up of a wheel on a wheelchair

If you're looking for a wheelchair or scooter, you'll need to know how to access the right equipment for you, and whether you need to register with the DVLA, tax the vehicle and get insurace.

Find out more about wheelchairs and scooters