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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: Advocates 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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| San Diego, CA. Support Group |
WHEN:
Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below
WHERE:
Shiley Eye Center, 9415 Campus Point Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093
INFO:
For additional information contact Kathleen & Steve Flynn: 858 756.4721
SG LEADER:
Kathleen & Steve Flynn: - Email: Steveflynn@aol.com
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Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below | |
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Shiley Eye Center, 9415 Campus Point Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093 |
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INFO: |
For additional information contact Kathleen & Steve Flynn: 858 756.4721 |
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SG LEADER: |
Kathleen & Steve Flynn: - Email: Steveflynn@aol.com |
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| Colorado |
| Denver, CO. Support Group |
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WHEN: |
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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For additional information contact Support Group Leader: |
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SG LEADER: |
Elaine Martinez: ph. # 303 635.6153 - Email: lakewoodgraves@yahoo.com |
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Illinois |
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Belleville, IL. Support Group |
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Fourth Thursday of each month 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm |
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WHERE: |
Memorial Hospital Auditorium, 4500 Memorial Dr., Belleville, IL. 62226 |
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INFO: |
For additional information & to register contact Memorial’s Community Relations at 618 257.5649 |
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SG LEADERS: |
Becky & Andy Nicholson - Email: belleville_gdf@hotmail.com |
| Massachusettes |
| Boston, MA. Support Group |
WHEN:
Meetings are bimonthly, contact Support Group leader below
WHERE:
Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles St. Boston, MA 02114
INFO:
For additional information contact Rose Shea: 617 573.5548
SG LEADER:
Rose Shea: - Email: Rose_shea@meei.harvard.edu
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Meetings are bimonthly, contact Support Group leader below | |
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WHERE: |
Mass Eye & Ear Infirmary, 243 Charles St. Boston, MA 02114 |
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INFO: |
For additional information contact Rose Shea: 617 573.5548 |
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SG LEADER: |
Rose Shea: - Email: Rose_shea@meei.harvard.edu |
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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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WHEN: |
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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North Carolina |
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Charlotte, NC. Support Group |
WHEN:
Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below
WHERE:
South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Rd, Charlotte, NC,28277
INFO:
For additional information contact Support Group Leaders:
SG LEADERS:
Laurie Eustis & Adrienne Love - Email: ngdf.charlotte@gmail.com
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WHEN: |
Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below |
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WHERE: |
South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Rd, Charlotte, NC,28277 |
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INFO: |
For additional information contact Support Group Leaders: |
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SG LEADERS: |
Laurie Eustis & Adrienne Love - Email: ngdf.charlotte@gmail.com |
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Ohio |
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Columbus, OH. Support Group |
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WHEN: |
Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below |
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WHERE: |
The Eye Center, 262 Niel Avenue, Colimbus, OH, 43215 |
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INFO: |
For additional information contact Support Group Leader: |
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SG LEADER: |
BJ Erickson- Email: lilly139@hotmail.com |
| Utah |
| Salt Lake City, UT. Support Group |
WHEN:
Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below
WHERE:
Intermountain Medical Ctr, 5121 South Cottonwood, Murray, UT 84157
INFO:
For additional information contact Kaye Lee Day: 801 259.7446
SG LEADER:
Kaye Lee Day: - Email: Kayeleeday@yahoo.com
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Meetings to be announced (TBA), contact Support Group leader below | |
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WHERE: |
Intermountain Medical Ctr, 5121 South Cottonwood, Murray, UT 84157 |
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INFO: |
For additional information contact Kaye Lee Day: 801 259.7446 |
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SG LEADER: |
Kaye Lee Day: - Email: Kayeleeday@yahoo.com |
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