New England - Get Connected Group

This Get Connected Group is designed to connect individuals or families of those diagnosed with PI in the New England region of the United States. This includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Meeting schedule:  2nd Wednesday of every month, 90 minutes

About: Free, volunteer-led virtual groups connecting individuals with primary immunodeficiency (PI) and other immunocompromising conditions to share experiences, receive information, and gain support.

How to join:

1. Join the group at https://idffriends.org/list-of-groups/new-england-get-connected-group 
2. View the group calendar (visible after joining)
3. Click the meeting link and then "Join Meeting" at the scheduled time
4. Join via Microsoft Teams in your browser or app

Requirements:

• Phone, tablet, or computer with internet access
• No registration needed for individual meetings
• Must be 18+ to participate
• Limited to 25 participants

Download Teams: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app (or use your web browser) Mac users: Download Teams from the Mac App Store or the link above.

Joining by phone:

If you are away from your computer, traveling, or experiencing internet issues, you can always dial into the meeting using your phone.

You can find the specific dial-in number and conference ID listed on the right-hand side of your screen, just above the main "Join" button.

To connect:

1. Dial the number shown on the right side of the invite.

2. Enter the conference ID when prompted by the automated system.

Who should attend: Individuals with PI, immunocompromising conditions and family members.