MS Alliance of VA Announces Awareness & Rejuvenation Weekend at Bent Mountain Lodge
The MS Alliance of VA is thrilled to announce its upcoming MS Awareness & Rejuvenation Weekend, taking place March 7-9, 2025, at the beautiful Bent Mountain Lodge. This weekend retreat offers a unique opportunity for individuals affected by multiple sclerosis, their families, and supporters to relax, rejuvenate, connect with others, and engage in meaningful discussions.
The weekend kicks off on Friday, March 7th, with a casual social gathering at Bent Mountain Lodge from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This will be a chance for attendees to mingle, network, and enjoy the lodge’s welcoming atmosphere.
Saturday, March 8th, is packed with activities designed to foster community and provide valuable information. For those staying at the lodge, a continental breakfast will be available for early risers. The official program begins at 10:30 AM with a delightful brunch.
The afternoon will feature two significant events. At approximately 2:00 PM, the MS Alliance of VA will host a remembrance ceremony to honor the memories of those we have lost. This poignant event will be followed by an official Proclamation Ceremony, recognizing the importance of MS awareness.
Dinner, graciously hosted by TG Therapeutics, will begin around 5:00 PM. Throughout the day, attendees can participate in a variety of casual and laid-back discussion groups covering a range of topics relevant to the MS community. These sessions will provide a platform for sharing experiences, asking questions, and learning from one another in a supportive environment.
The MS Awareness & Rejuvenation Weekend promises to be an enriching and restorative experience. Bent Mountain Lodge’s serene setting provides the perfect backdrop for relaxation and connection. This event is a testament to the MS Alliance of VA’s commitment to supporting individuals living with MS and raising awareness about this chronic condition.
All times are subject to change…life can be unpredictable when you are living with MS.
Event Details:
- What: MS Awareness & Rejuvenation Weekend
- When: March 7-9, 2025
- Where: Bent Mountain Lodge, 9039 Mountain View Dr SE, Copper Hill, VA 24079
- Contact: msav4hope@gmail.com
Launched in 2003, National MS Education and Awareness Month is observed in March of each year. The goals are to promote an understanding of MS and to assist those with this disease in making educated decisions about their healthcare. It is a nationwide effort to raise the public’s awareness of MS and a time for sufferers, family members, and supporters to share information and camaraderie, drawing attention to this disease of the central nervous system. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) happens when one’s immune system attacks the nerve cells and renders them unable to properly transmit information, causing balance issues, weakened vision, fatigue, and other unpredictable symptoms. Approximately 2.5 million people worldwide suffer from multiple sclerosis.
Everyone, not just those affected by MS, is invited to participate in a wide variety of activities that happen across the country. Throughout the month, these activities will get people involved in raising awareness and will help to broaden their personal understanding of multiple sclerosis. MS Awareness kits are available from MS Focus for those who wish to become involved in the effort.