title: [Support and assistance from the social and associative sectors].
abstract: Patient associations are very active in the support and defence of the rights of patients and their families. They offer training to support them and long respite breaks during which patients and carers can recharge their batteries. Digital technologies open up new approaches in the support provided.
authors.forename: William
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Verdié
mesh_terms: D017028:Caregivers / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000523:psychology; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology; D006801:Humans; D009103:Multiple Sclerosis / Q000628:therapy; D012657:Self-Help Groups / Q000458:organization & administration*; D012934:Social Isolation / Q000523:psychology; D012944:Social Support