LiveMSFree makes a large impact in assisting underserved Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients

When Kevin Vick of Columbus, WI, founded LiveMSFree 3 years ago, he did so with the vision to assist those living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) by providing awareness and monetary aid to improve their life “one person, one family and one community at a time.”

That vision became reality this month as the organization donated its first $50,000 gift to establish the LiveMSFree Multiple Sclerosis Patient Assistance Fund - the first of its kind at UW Health. The fund aims to support the underserved MS patient population at UW Health by offsetting costs for essential needs such as uncovered medical assistive devices, food, rent and transportation.

Kevin knows first-hand how challenging living with MS can be. “I was diagnosed with MS in 2008, and I am so fortunate that I do not have to concern myself with how to pay for treatment or day-to-day expenses,” says Vick. “But I know many MS patients do have those concerns.

Due to the debilitating nature of multiple sclerosis flares and episodes, many MS patients face challenges in managing their condition. The LiveMSFree Fund will help to provide a financial safety net to help stabilize vulnerable patients and families facing these critical challenges, allowing patients to focus their attention on their care and well-being, thus helping to ensure positive outcomes.

Natasha Frost, MD, is a neurologist at UW Health where she serves as the medical director of the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic. She is also a clinical professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health.

“On behalf of our entire MS care team, we are extremely grateful for the meaningful gift Kevin and LiveMSFree have provided,” said Frost. “This organization’s tireless efforts to raise this generous donation will have a profound impact on the most vulnerable MS patients we serve here at UW Health.”

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