Georgia chapter

Support & Services

LFA provides information and programs in your community to help people with lupus and their families.

Support

New Call/Email Support Group for Young Adults!

We are pleased to announce the formation of a call/email list support group for young lupus patients, ages 19-30.  Young Adults With Lupus (YAWL) will provide a way for lupus patients throughout the state to communicate with others their age.  To participate, simply email the chapter at info@lfaga.org, and state your permission to have your contact information added to the list, which will be made available to the other participants. Include your: name, age, when diagnosed, location(city), phone, and email.  The office will pass on your information to the leader, Cristen Dutcher, and email you the current list.

Local Support Groups and Physicians
  
Medical Information

For insurance needs, medications and the availability of free medications for certain lupus patients, we recommend contacting the following organizations:

    • Organizations

      Government Sites

      • National Foundations

          THEGRADY HEALTH CLINIC

          Our goal is to provide care to lupus patients who depend on Grady Hospital.  For evaluations patients need:

          • A referral by a Grady physician
          • Patients must have a Grady Health card or insurance.
          • To obtain a card, call 404-616-6923 or visit the Grady Card/financial counseling office for more information at:  80 Jesse Hill Jr. Dr. SE, Atlanta, GA 30303
          • Call the Grady lupus clinic to schedule an appointment at:   404-616-3642


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