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The safety and well-being of people living with lupus and those within the lupus community are our highest priorities at all times.
Due to concerns related to the spread of the coronavirus, known as COVID-19, we have decided to cancel all in-person support groups through May. Below you will find contact information for local support. Please contact individually for options which may be in place.
The Lupus Foundation of America National Network consists of chapters, offices, and support groups in communities throughout the United States. With the help of informed volunteers and committed supporters, we:
- Conduct activities to increase awareness of lupus,
- Provide educational programs, support groups and services,
- Rally support for those who are affected by lupus & advocate on their behalf, and
- Raise money to support research and education programs so everyone affected by lupus can have an improved quality of life.
Within our network, you have access to over 150 support groups, community-based resources, and referrals to help you find a doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
Lupus Foundation of America support groups provide a safe and understanding environment where people with lupus can come together to ask questions, listen to others, or lend a helping hand. Please contact the chapter or support group leader prior to attending the first meeting to verify all information.
Don't see your state listed below? We invite you to join LupusConnect™, an online community where people with lupus and their loved ones can talk with others and find support. Individuals can connect with others nearby by locating other LupusConnect members who are close to them geographically. Or, explore more of our programs and services here.
The Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Arizona can be found at the Arizona Find Help page.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in California can be found here:
The Lupus Foundation of America Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in the DMV area can be found on the DMV Find Help page.
The Lupus Foundation of America Florida Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Florida.
The Lupus Foundation of America Georgia Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Georgia.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Illinois can be found here:
- Northern and Central Illinois - Illinois Chapter
- Southern Illinois - Heartland Chapter
The Lupus Foundation of America Indiana Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Indiana.
The Lupus Foundation of America Iowa Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Iowa.
The Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in the DMV area can be found on the DMV Find Help page.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in the Boston area can be found on the Boston Find Help page.
The Lupus Foundation of America Heartland Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Illinois, Kansas and Missouri.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in New Jersey can be found here:
- Northern counties in New Jersey - New Jersey Chapter
- Southern counties in New Jersey - Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter
The Lupus Foundation of America Northeast Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in New York and Connecticut.
The Lupus Foundation of America North Carolina Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in North Carolina.
The Lupus Foundation of America Greater Ohio Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Ohio.
The Lupus Foundation of America Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Charleston
Dates: 2nd Monday every other month (Jan., Mar., May., Jul., Sept., Nov.)
EXCEPTIONS: There are occasional exceptions to the above meeting schedule; please contact group facilitator below regarding time and location.
Time: 6-7:30pm
Location: MUSC Health,1600 Midtown Avenue,The Garden Room 3rd Floor, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
Contact: [email protected]
The Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Texas can be found here:
- North, central and west Texas - Lone Star Chapter
- Houston, Beaumont, Corpus Christi, Harlingen and surrounding areas in Texas - Texas Gulf Coast Chapter
Please note: Although these support groups are not currently meeting in person, please contact the group leaders listed below for potential virtual opportunities.
Davis/Weber Country
Time: 1st Thursday of the month, 6:30 PM
Contacts: Heather Kapp, Amber Rogers, Kristie Gardner
Utah County
Time: 2nd Thursday of the month, 6:30 PM
Contacts: Andrea Reading, Amy Poole
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in the DMV area can be found on the DMV Find Help page.
The Lupus Foundation of America Pacific Northwest Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Washington and Oregon.
The Lupus Foundation of America Wisconsin Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Wisconsin.
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