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You’re not alone! Support are available for people with Graves' disease and their family members. They provide a forum to share feelings, concerns, and information. Support groups offer peer support and encouragement to patients seeking help on coping with their illness. Spouses and caregivers can derive a better understanding on how to help their loved on. Its a chance to meet new friends. Support groups may feature physicians and other medical professionals specializing in Graves' or related thyroid topics. For more information about meeting dates, locations, and speakers, please contact the support group leader or call the Graves' Disease Foundation national office.
The meeting schedule is subject to change. Before attending a group for the first time, call to verify the date and time. Group meetings are free of charge and open to those interested in learning more about Graves'.
The Foundation is working diligently to expand the location of support groups and we are always interested in motivated, dedicated volunteers to assist us. To find out how you can help to organize a support group in your community, please send us an email from the Contact Us tab or call the National office toll-free (877) 643-3123. NOTE: Adocates are Patients with years of experience who volunteer with the Graves' Disease Foundation many provide advice on the Bulletin Board. They offer phone & email support but do not run a support group. Some offer help on a specific topic as noted, while others may live close to your city which can be helpful in looking for medical assistance. |
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WHEN: |
To be announced (TBA) contact Support Group leaders below |
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WHERE: |
Shiley Eye Center, 9415 Campus Point Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093 |
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INFO: |
For additional information and to register contact Kathleen & Steve Flynn at (858) 756-4721 or the National Office at (877) 643-3123 |
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SUPPORT GROUP LEADERS: |
Kathleen and Steve Flynn – Email: Steveflynn@aol.com Ava Hardesty– Email: averlouise@hotmail.com |
Colorado
Denver, CO. Support Group
WHEN:
Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below
WHERE:
Marycrest Assisted Living, 2850 Columbine Rd, Denver, CO 80221
INFO:
For additional information & to register contact: Elaine Martinez at (303) 635-6153
SG LEADER:
Elaine Martinez - Email: lakewoodgraves@yahoo.com
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Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below | |
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WHERE: |
Marycrest Assisted Living, 2850 Columbine Rd, Denver, CO 80221 | |
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INFO: |
For additional information & to register contact: Elaine Martinez at (303) 635-6153 | |
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SG LEADER: |
Elaine Martinez - Email: lakewoodgraves@yahoo.com |
Illinois
Belleville, IL. Support Group
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WHEN: |
Fourth Thursday of each month 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm |
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WHERE: |
Memorial Hospital Auditorium |
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INFO: |
For additional information and to register contact Memorial’s Community Relations at (618) 257-5649 or send an e-mail to: belleville_gdf@hotmail.com |
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SUPPORT GROUP LEADERS: |
Becky and Andy Nicholson – Email: andybeckyn@charter.net |
North Carolina
Charlotte, NC. Support Group
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WHEN: |
To be announced (TBA) contact Support Group leaders below |
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WHERE: |
Memorial Hospital Auditorium |
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INFO: |
For additional information and to register contact the Support Group Leaders: |
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SUPPORT GROUP LEADERS: |
Adrienne Love - Email: adriennelove@carolina.rr.com |
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New York |
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Buffalo, NY. Support Group |
WHEN:
Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below
WHERE:
Brain & Spine Center, 400 International Dr. Williamsville, NY,14221
INFO:
For additional information & to register contact: Peter Filocamo at (877) 643-3123
SG LEADER:
Peter Filocamo - Email: Gravesdiseasefd@gmail.com
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Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below |
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WHERE: |
Brain & Spine Center, 400 International Dr. Williamsville, NY,14221 |
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INFO: |
For additional information & to register contact: Peter Filocamo at (877) 643-3123 |
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SG LEADER: |
Peter Filocamo - Email: Gravesdiseasefd@gmail.com |
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