Nobody in our community needs to go it alone. One of the core parts of the National Scleroderma Foundation’s mission is to provide support and education to people living with scleroderma, and their families and loved ones.
The National Scleroderma Foundation Upper Great Lakes Chapter hosts the following chapter support groups:
- Autoimmune and Scleroderma (Virtual)
- Grand Rapids
- North Metro Support Group (MN) (Virtual)
- West Metro Support Group (MN) (Virtual)
- Wisconsin (Virtual)
Below, find links the Foundation’s national support groups and peer-mentor program.
The National Scleroderma Foundation has gathered a number of resources, from information sheets to video lectures, that can help patients better understand the symptoms related to scleroderma, as well as the research that is happening to search for treatments and a cure.
Chapters are the front line of contact between individuals affected by scleroderma and the National Scleroderma Foundation. They know the individuals in their community. The chapter embodies the strength of the scleroderma community. Each chapter plays an essential role in delivering the organization’s mission.
Events
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Scleroderma Insights: Advancing Knowledge, Improving Care
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Orange County Support Group (Hybrid)
This support group meets at the Josephine-Louise Public Library in Walden, NY and offers a virtual option. The library is inside of Walden's Municipal Building, and the community room is on the second floor. You need to enter the main door of the Municipal Building instead of the library's entrance to access the elevator. Contact […]
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Webinar: The Importance of Meditation and Breathing
FeaturedZoomVirtual EventJoin us for a National Scleroderma Foundation educational webinar: The Importance of Meditation and Breathing. The webinar will be led by Dr. Sundar Balasubramanian. Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Time: 3:00 p.m. ET Attendance is free, but please register in advance by clicking here.
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LGBTQ+ Scleroderma Support Group
ZoomVirtual EventIf you are interested in learning more, please email, LGBTQ@scleroderma.org, with questions. Click here to register in advance. A link to the meeting will be made available after registration.
