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>> 2015 WINTER MSCONNECTION IS NOW AVAILABLE TO READ ONLINE
TELELEARNING: MS RESEARCH - YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Connect to the information you need! The Society's next telelearning opportunity explores the current work being done by the Progressive MS Alliance Initiative and the Wellness Work Group with Bruce Bebo, Executive Vice President of Research at the Society and Doug Landsman, Senior Director of International Research Programs at the Society. Register now for the call on January 20 at 6 p.m. CST or January 22 at 9 p.m. CST.
GET MOTIVATED TO GET ORGANIZED
Can Do MS offers a monthly webinar you can participate in from the comfort of your home, free of charge. The next session, Tuesday, January 13, is titled "Get Motivated to Get Organized." Life can be pretty complicated these days, and it is difficult to keep track of our appointments, email, family life, relationships and finances. One way to overcome the effects of MS fatigue is to incorporate organizational skills and strategies into your day to day life. Join the conversation and find motivation at 7 p.m. CST. >>Learn more and register
FINANCIAL WELLNESS WEBINAR, #4
Join National Disability Institute for a webinar series sponsored by Acorda, featuring four 90-minute webinars on important financial wellness topics for persons with disabilities. The final in the series, New Year, New Financially Secure You, takes place Wednesday, January 21 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. CST. >>Learn more and register
GET THE COVERAGE YOU NEED
The American Association on Health and Disability is pleased to announce that it is hosting a webinar on healthcare coverage outreach and enrollment for people with disabilities on January 15 at 1 p.m. CST. The presentation will serve as a re-introduction to the National Disability Navigator Resource Collaborative (NDNRC) and help you think about what questions a person with a disability needs to think about when they are considering their health care options in the ACA Marketplace. Disability advocates, people with disabilities and anyone doing healthcare enrollment, including navigators are encouraged to participate. >>Learn more and register
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JOIN THE 10th ANNUAL HOUSTON ON THE MOVE LUNCHEON ON MARCH 11, 2015
Join us in celebrating ten years of impact as we honor Person on the Move Judi Johnson and Company on the Move Saks Fifth Avenue. On the Move is a nationwide education and fundraising program that celebrates leaders in the MS community while raising funds to support research and programming. The event features an elegant lunch, entertainment, inspirational speakers, prize drawings and more. >>Learn more and register
CONNECT THROUGH VOLUNTEERING
You are more than just a number when you volunteer with the National MS Society. We want to match you to the perfect opportunity that meets your needs and abilities so that together we can do more. Take the first step by filling out our volunteer interest form today.
CONNECT THROUGH SELF-HELP GROUPS
Self-Help Groups are an important way to connect to the information, resource, people and experiences you need to live your best life with MS. We are excited to announce two new Self-Help Groups launching this month, including:
- Amarillo MS Self-Help Group will meet the 2nd Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Amarillo SW Library. For more information, contact group leader Kelli Tiffin at 806-584-0388.
- SW Houston/Sugarland MS Self-Help Group will meet the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1 - 2 p.m. at the University of Sugarland Library. For more information, contact group leader Veronica Lewis at 281-513-4440.
- Find a Self-Help Group near you.
NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION
Join the January Discussion of the Month on MSConnection.org. For many, the new year is a time for taking stock of what we've accomplished in the past year and contemplating what we'd like to accomplish in the year ahead. What are your goals for 2015? What will you do to live your best life despite MS? Please share your questions and thoughts in this month's discussion.
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We invite you to join us for the 2015 South Central Annual Meeting and MS Research Update on Thursday, January 29 from noon to 1 p.m. (CST). This live teleconference is open for anyone interested in research the National MS Society is doing to change the world for people affected by MS in 2015.
During this time, we will announce the 2015 South Central Board of Trustees, review the financial position of the organization and hear the latest in MS research from Dr. Bruce Bebo, Executive Vice President of Research at the National MS Society.
We encourage you to attend and invite others. 
