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Being truly “supported” is a powerful feeling that many people with lupus long to have, and that can help enormously in riding out the emotional “rollercoaster” of life with this exhausting and unpredictable chronic illness. But there is support out there – Lupus LA’s support groups are here to help you learn more about lupus and how to cope with all of the stress that comes along with it.
Groups for all ages and parents at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles
Lupus LA hosts an adult support group in the Thalian Auditorium of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on the second Wednesday of every month. Guest speakers are scheduled every other month to discuss topics related to lupus including dental care, alternative therapies and coping with stressful situations. On average, 20 people with lupus and their supporters attend these meetings.
Time and Location:
Second Wednesday of the month from 7pm to 9pm
Thalians Auditorium, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
8730 Alden Drive, Plaza Level, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Fourth Monday of every month from 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Circle of Care Conference Room, Sherman Oaks Hospital
4929 Van Nuys Boulevard, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Second Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
San Dimas Community Hospital, Main Conference Room
1350 W Covina Boulevard, San Dimas, CA 91773
Third Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Alhambra Civic Center Library, 2nd floor Conference Room
101 S. First Street, Alhambra, CA 91801
First Monday of every month from 7pm to 9pm
University United Methodist Church
18422 Culver Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
Contact Elyse at 310-657-5667 or ereyes@lupusla.org for more details.
Lupus LA hosts a Spanish-language support group at the Ahmanson Senior Center on the first Friday of each month. Each month over 40 members gather together to share their stories and give each other support. Guest speakers are scheduled a few times a year to provide the group current and relevant information in Spanish.
Time and Location:
El primer Viernes del mes de 7pm a 9pm
Ahmanson Senior Center
3990 S. Menlo Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90037
Second Saturday of every month from 10 am to 11:30 am
321 E Sixth St, Corona, CA 92879
Second Saturday of the month from 9:30 am to 11:30 am
Kaiser Permanente, Educational Outreach Program
4141 Maine Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(Individuals have the option to knit during the support group meeting. All materials are provided at the meeting)
Fourth Sunday of every month from 2 pm to 3:30 pm
American Legion Post 507
24527 Spruce St., Newhall, CA 91321
Topic: Let’s Talk Lupus – General Support Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, from 10 am to 11:30 am
St. Mary Medical Center
1050 Linden Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813
LA recently completed its first pilot six-week summer support group for teens and parents affected by lupus. Utilizing a special curriculum developed specifically for this program, we teach parents and kids new coping skills to aid them in their management of an often confusing, isolating chronic disease. In addition, childcare is provided for siblings. After the groups “graduate,” periodic reunions will be held to encourage a further exchange of personal stories and suggestions for coping.
Time and Location:
Second Saturday of every other month:
February 11, 2012
April 14, 2012
June 9, 2012
August 11, 2012
October 13, 2012
December 8, 2012
9:00 am to 11:30 am
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
4650 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
For more information on any of these groups, please call or email Elyse Reyes at 310-657-5667 or ereyes@lupusla.org.
