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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 (COVID-19), many of our in-person support groups and educational events are meeting virtually, including Lupus & You educational events which are available nationally. Below you will find contact information for local support; please contact each individually for options which may currently 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.
Asian Community Support Group
Meets 3rd Thursday of the month
6:00pm-7:30pm PT / 9:00pm-10:30pm ET
Contact: lfaasiangroup@gmail.com
Hispanic/Latino Community Support Group
Meets 4th Saturday of the month
11:00am-12:00pm PT / 2:00pm-3:00pm ET
Contact: LFAespanolgroup@gmail.com or call (747) 777-0395 to speak to a facilitator.
Men's Support Group
Meets 4th Tuesday of the month
6:00pm-7:00pm PT / 9:00pm-10:00pm ET
Contact: lfamancave@gmail.com
Youth Support Group
For individuals ages 7-25 years. Separate breakout sessions for parents.
Meets 1st Saturday
10:00am-11:00am PT / 1:00pm-2:00pm ET
Meets 3rd Tuesday (starting August 2021)
4:00pm-5:00pm PT / 7:00pm-8:00pm ET
Contact: Call (833) 587-8710 ext. 805 to speak to a facilitator.
Alabama
The Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Alaska
The Lupus Foundation of America Pacific Northwest Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
Arizona
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Arizona can be found at the Arizona Find Help page.
California
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in California can be found here:
Delaware
The Lupus Foundation of America Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
District of Columbia
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in the DMV area can be found on the DMV Find Help page.
Florida
The Lupus Foundation of America Florida Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Florida.
Georgia
The Lupus Foundation of America Georgia Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Georgia.
Idaho
The Lupus Foundation of America Pacific Northwest Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
Illinois
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Illinois can be found here:
- Southern Illinois up to and including Springfield - Heartland Chapter
- Northern and central Illinois - Illinois Find Help page
Indiana
The Lupus Foundation of America Indiana Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Indiana.
Kentucky
The Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Maryland
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in the DMV area can be found on the DMV Find Help page.
Massachusetts
The Lupus Foundation of America Northeast Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.
Minnesota
Dates: 1st Thursday every other month
Time: 6:00-7:30pm CST
Contact: LFAmngroup@gmail.com
Missouri
The Lupus Foundation of America Heartland Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Illinois, Kansas and Missouri.
Montana
The Lupus Foundation of America Pacific Northwest Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
New Jersey
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
New York
The Lupus Foundation of America Northeast Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont.
North Carolina
The Lupus Foundation of America North Carolina Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in North Carolina.
Ohio
The Lupus Foundation of America Greater Ohio Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Ohio.
Oregon
The Lupus Foundation of America Pacific Northwest Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
Pennsylvania
The Lupus Foundation of America Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
South Carolina
Charleston
Dates: 2nd Monday every other month (Jan., Mar., May., Jul., Sept., Nov.), with occasional exceptions.
Time: 6-7:30pm
Contact: charlestonlupusgroup@gmail.com
Tennessee
The Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alabama, Kentucky and Tennessee.
Texas
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
Utah
Utah County
Time: 2nd Thursday of the month, 6:30 PM
Contacts: Andrea Reading and Amy Poole
Virginia
Support for individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in the DMV area can be found on the DMV Find Help page.
Washington
The Lupus Foundation of America Pacific Northwest Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
Wisconsin
The Lupus Foundation of America Wisconsin Chapter supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Wisconsin.
Wyoming
The Lupus Foundation of America Pacific Northwest Region supports individuals living with lupus and lupus advocates in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming.
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