Shift.ms: Your MS Community for iPhone

Overview of Shift.ms

Shift.ms is a complimentary iPhone app built to support people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS). Serving a community of more than 60,000 members around the globe, it provides a confidential environment where users can connect, share insight, and find encouragement from others who face the same daily challenges.

Primary tools and interactions

• Live community feed — post questions, share updates, and get timely responses from peers and volunteers.
• Video content — watch firsthand accounts, expert talks, and short clips that explain coping strategies and treatments.
• Personal testimonies — read and relate to member stories that describe real-life experiences managing MS.

Who the app serves

Shift.ms is useful for a wide range of people:

• Those recently diagnosed who need practical guidance and emotional support.
• Long-term survivors looking to swap tips about symptom management, medication decisions, and adapting daily routines. Users can also join a Buddy Network to receive one-on-one support tailored to their particular situation.

Purpose and community ethos

The app’s objective is to give members tools and confidence to actively manage their health. It promotes a culture of empathy, mutual learning, and peer-led encouragement so people can make more informed choices and feel less isolated.

Related apps and resources

• Water Tracker Reminder (free) — a simple, complimentary app recommended for tracking hydration, which can be useful alongside MS self-care tools.