Support groups and area representatives are throughout the state
The Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter provides awareness and education for the signs and symptoms of lupus for early diagnosis and treatment. Volunteers from the chapter facilitate support group meetings and serve as area representatives to provide information, education and support. Those with lupus and other auto-immune diseases, family and friends are encouraged to attend.
For more information about the Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana chapter, call (219) 762-6575 or 800-948-8806 toll free. E-mail the chapter at info@lupusindiana.org.
Support Group Meetings
Gary: Support Group at Methodist Hospital Northlake Campus. Please call Denise Stewart at (219) 884-0946 for a meeting schedule.
Munster: Support Group at Hammond Clinic. Please contact Pat Konvalinka at (219) 836-5800, extension 632 for a meeting schedule.
Indianapolis: The group meets the first Monday of the month. The location will rotate each month so please contact Leigh Hinkle, Director of Development at (317) 506-5786 or
leigh@lupusindiana.org.
Richmond: Support Group at Senior Citizen Center. Please call Karen Sandlin (765) 966-2557 or Janie Parker (765) 965-2860 for a meeting schedule
Area Representatives
Evansville: Please call Katrina Gibbs at (812) 774-6326 or e-mail lupieflie@insightbb.com.
Fort Wayne: Please call Barb Vandeveer at (260) 625-5966 or Donna Cobbins at (260) 312-6506 for details.
Terre Haute: Please call Nyki Clark-Treash at 812-241-9337 or e-mail nykiclark729@alive.com.
To volunteer as a support group leader in your area, please contact the Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter.