I have MND

Living with MND

Although there is currently no cure, a great deal can be done to maintain quality of life and address many of the effects of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Who to talk with

MND Queensland’s expert team can answer questions, provide support, help to access aids and equipment, and refer you to the right service at the right time. You can also access print and online publications about living better with MND, and attend information and education sessions.

Call: 1800 777 175 (07 3372 9004)

Email: supportservices@mndaq.org.au

What to read

For ideas on living better, take a read of our information on:

Easing pain and discomfort
Keeping mobile
Managing fatigue

Sleeping better
Breathing easier
Managing swallowing problems

Find out about treatment and care options and learn more about familial MND genetic testing

Treatment and care familial genetic testing

More on I have MND

Living better

Research has shown some interventions can help people with MND to live better for longer.

Treatment and care

Although there is currently no cure, a great deal can be done to maintain quality of life and address many of the effects of motor neurone disease (MND).

Entitlements and benefits

You may be eligible for services and supports, financial assistance or other benefits if you have MND or are caring for a person with MND.

Familial MND and genetic testing

If more that one person in your family is, or has been, affected by motor neurone disease (MND), you may like to read the following information about the genetics of MND, genetic testing and further research into MND .