and employees since then that we have now have used up all the additional space we had when we moved here. The needs of people with MS are constantly changing, and we have continually expanded our services to try and keep up.” We asked Natalie what it is that keeps her working for MS Focus after all these years. She said, “MS Focus is truly unique. We are headquartered in one location without local offices. I have worked for other national nonprofit, health-related organizations, but here, there is no bureaucratic red tape orhoops to jump through to make things happen. If someone has an idea or suggestion, we discussitanddecisionsaremadeimmediately.” She added, “I also really enjoy coming to work every day and seeing the people I work with. We are like a family, and we all work together for the greater good.” After nearly a decade here, Natalie has experienced quite a fewmemorable moments. She said, “I am always inspired by attending the live programs that we host and meeting the individuals who live with MS. I’ve been fortunate to participate in many MS Focus at Seacruisesandtoseehowthecruiseempowers people. I’ve also had the opportunity to speak to lawmakers on both the state and national level to provide a voice for those with MS. It is always motivating to see how the work we do changes lives for the better.” “Our focus is to help individuals with MS find better days. At the end of the day, I can put my head on a pillow and know that someone had a better day because of the work we do. Where else can you go to work and know that you’ve touched the lives of others?” 27 msfocusmagazine.org How do you cut down your healthcare costs? BenitaFontenot: Eat as healthy as possible. Stay away from things that could cause a flare up like stress,etc. Yolande Sander: Work at a healthy lifestyle. Keep on working and appreciate life. Lisa Davis: I've learned to do a lot of my husband's care myself, such as his catheter changes. I've also purchased several pieces of second-hand therapy equipment to do therapy at home. Carrie Hersel: Use urgent care rather than ER. TA Cardamone DiMarcantonio: With DMTs, there’s copay assistance that often knocks the drug copay to $0. Facebook Feedback is your chance to share your experiences related to topics covered in the MS Focus Magazine. “Like” our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/MultipleSclerosisFoundation and watch for our next Facebook Feedback post. Request to join our Facebook group at Facebook.com/groups/msfocus.