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Registration is open
Wednesday, Jan. 28
Financial Planning For A Life With Multiple Sclerosis
Friday, Jan. 30 – Saturday, Jan. 31
Kids Get MS Too! Tubing At Nashoba Valley
Tuesday, Feb. 3
7 – 8 p.m
Can We Talk?
MS: Insurance Options & Money Matters
Wednesday, April 1
MS Action Day
State Capitol Building, Hartford
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Volunteers making their mark against MS!
Poker Tournament Raises $25,000
The 5th Annual Turek Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament was held on Saturday, Nov. 15, and the event raised $25,000 to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter and residents throughout the state battling multiple sclerosis.
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 Hartford’s finest restaurants and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter are partnering to present the third annual MS Taste of Hope. The tasting event, featuring fine wine and sumptuous cuisine prepared by some of Connecticut’s most renowned chefs, will be held at The Society Room, located at 31 Pratt Street, Hartford on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Read more.
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2009 Opportunity To Shop ‘Til You Drop
The National MS Society, Connecticut Chapter is hosting a raffle to be drawn on Friday, Feb. 13, with four prizes that include a $10,000 gift certificate and a getaway for two to New York with paid accommodations in Times Square. Tickets cost $10 each and there will be a total of four prize packages awarded. Purchase tickets today.
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The 2009 Travelers Walk MS, presented by Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, will take place at 12 sites in April with the goal of raising more than $1.3 million for MS research and programs. Cheshire resident Jenifer Walsh has been named the 2009 Connecticut spokesperson for the event. Walsh was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 12 years ago. Read more.
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 Susan Raimondo, Senior Director of Advocacy and Programs for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Connecticut Chapter, has been honored for her more than 20 years of service advocating for those with multiple sclerosis and disabilities. Raimondo has been inspired by her personal connection to MS to fight for more funding and benefits. Read more.
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Programs and Services News
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2009
Financial Planning For A Life With Multiple Sclerosis
The first in our Winter Teleconference Series for 2009 will focus on planning your financial future, including insurance options, taking control of finances and handling estate issues. Register today for this free teleconference to learn more about financial planning from the comfort of your home.
More Programs And Services News
- MS Advocacy Action Alert – Connecticut Home Care Program For The Disabled is in jeopardy. Learn how to advocate for this program here.
- MS Action Day – Save Wednesday, April 1, on your calendar. MS Action Day is back … more
- Caregivers Red Cross– Receive a free copy of an excellent Red Cross resource for family caregivers.
- College Student Care Package – Encouraging college students who are affected by MS … more
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