We are working hard to provide the educational and emotional support you may need; both virtual and hybrid meeting options are currently being offered. Please feel free to email individual support groups for more information or questions.
Together we fight, flourish, and light the way — empowering lupus warriors across the Bay.
Meeting Details:
- Facilitators: Tracy Wilson and Richelle Feldan
- Format: Virtual via Zoom
- When: 3rd Tuesday, Monthly as Listed Below | 6- 7:30 p.m. PT
- 2026 Meeting Dates: February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, August 18, September 15, October 20
Contact: LFAbayareagroup@gmail.com
Join this group for lupus warriors and their loved ones from across the area to share experiences, exchange valuable resources, and connect with a strong, supportive community that understands the journey of living with lupus.
Meeting Details:
- Facilitators: Stephanie Scoggins, Marvelle Harris, Kimberly Lampkin
- Format: Virtual via Zoom and In-Person location TBD
- When: 1st Saturday, Monthly as Listed Below | 10- 12:00 p.m. PT
- 2026 Meeting Dates: February 7, March 7, April 4, May 2 (lupus awareness party), June 6, August 1, September 5, October 3, December 5 (holiday party)
Contact: LFAcarsongroup@gmail.com
From its lively cities and coastal communities to its scenic mountains and desert landscapes, Los Angeles County unites people from all walks of life. Join this group from anywhere in the area to share experiences, exchange valuable resources, and connect with a strong, supportive community that understands the journey of living with lupus.
Meeting Details:
- Facilitators: Jessica Burdzinski, Cambria Anderson
- Format: Virtual via Zoom
- When: 2nd Tuesday, Monthly as Listed Below | 7- 8:30 p.m. PT
- 2026 Meeting Dates: January 13, February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13
Contact: LFAlosangelesgroup@gmail.com
This group offers a safe and welcoming space for people in Orange County and surrounding areas whose lives have been touched by lupus. Join us to find understanding and hope.
Meeting Details:
- Facilitator: Kim Guzzetta-MacLean
- Format: Virtual via Zoom
- When: 1st Thursday. Monthly as Listed Below | 6- 7:30 p.m. PT
- 2026 Meeting Dates: February 5, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3, October 1
Contact: LFAocgroup@gmail.com
Join this group from the comfort of your home to find encouragement and great resources.
Meeting Details:
- Facilitators: Shadaya Litt & Dre Nemeth
- Format: Virtual via Zoom
- When: 3rd Monday, Monthly as Listed Below | 6- 7 p.m. PT
- 2026 Meeting Dates: March 16, April 20, June 15, August 17, September 21, October 19
Contact: LFAsandiegocounty@gmail.com
This group serves the county and neighboring areas and provides a welcoming space for people living with lupus—and those who love them—to connect, exchange helpful resources, and build a strong community of hope.
Meeting Details:
- Facilitators: Kristtina Swilling, Lourdes Lopez, Tina Hurley
- Format: Virtual via Zoom
- When: 3rd Wednesday, Monthly as Listed Below | 6:30- 8 p.m. PT
- 2026 Meeting Dates: January 21, February 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18
Contact: LFAsvgroup@gmail.com
- Inland Empire Lupus Support
Virtual - Meets 3rd Thursday of the month 6pm - 7:30pm Pacific Time lfaasiangroup@gmail.com
Virtual - Meets 1st Saturday of the month 9am-10:00am Pacific Time LFAcaregivers@gmail.com
Hybrid - Meets 1st Saturday of the month 12:30pm-1:30pm Pacific Time LFAespanolgroup@gmail.com
Virtual - Meets 4th Tuesday of the month 5pm-6:00pm Pacific Time lfamancave@gmail.com
Virtual - Meets 3rd Thursday of the month 4pm-5:15pm Pacific Time LFAsistercircle@gmail.com
Virtual - Meets 1st Saturday of the month 10am-11:30am Pacific Time LFAyouthgroup@gmail.com
Virtual - meets 3rd Wednesday of the month 5:30 - 6:30pm Pacific Time LFAlupuswarriorwell@gmail.com
Virtual - meets 4th Saturday of month 11 - 11:30am Pacific Time LFALupus101@gmail.com
An online lupus community where individuals with lupus and their loved ones can engage with others like them to share experiences, find emotional support and discuss practical insights for coping with the daily challenges of the disease.
An online and multi-media collection of resources and information for all things lupus, for people with lupus, their families and health professionals.
Our health educators are available to answer your questions and provide the help you need.
RAY is a lupus data platform where people with lupus and caregivers share information about their lupus experience to help researchers accelerate the development of new treatments and improve disease outcomes. You can be a ray of hope to ensure a bright future for lupus research by sharing your lupus experience.