Whether virtual, in-person or in a hybrid model, we invite patients and caregivers to our MGFA-sanctioned support groups to learn more about managing MG and to receive caring support. In addition to groups organized by location or type (in person / virtual), MGFA offers the following virtual specialty support groups:
- Seronegative Myasthenia Gravis
- MAYA (Myasthenia Advocacy for Young Adults)
- Junta en Español (Spanish Language)
- Caregivers
- Pediatric (Children and Teens) – please use this form to register
Upcoming MGFA Support Group meetings are listed BELOW or SEARCH by state, region, dates, or type. Have questions? Reach out to us at mgfa@myasthenia.org. You can also reach out to any support group leader; contact emails are provided for each group.
WANT TO VOLUNTEER TO RUN A SUPPORT GROUP?
If you are interested in helping run a support group or starting a new one, fill out the Support Group Leader Volunteer form.
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OPINION DISCLAIMER
The views and opinions communicated at, or related to, any MGFA support group meeting, are those of the author(s). MGFA is not responsible for the author’s views and opinions and, unless expressly indicated, nothing shared at, or related to, the MGFA support group meetings are meant to reflect the official views, opinions, policies, or positions of MGFA. Further, nothing communicated at, or related to, any MGFA support group meeting is intended to harm any protected group, organization, entity, or individual.
MG RGV Support Group Meeting (Rio Grande Valley)
MG RGV Support Group Meeting Information:
First Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in Knapp Medical Conference Building, 1401 E 8th St., Weslaco, TX, Conference Room #1
For questions, please contact Karen Mau at maubillkaren@live.com or Phone 956-254-3510
Hampton Roads MG Support Group
**NEW – Support Group**
Meetings will be held in person on the first Saturday of each month, at 11 am at
Careplex Hospital in Hampton, Virginia (3000 Coliseum Drive)
There will also be virtual meetings held the second Monday of each month, at noon (please see other listing)
For more info, please contact Greg Josephs greg.josephs2@gmail.com or David Aguilar ramblon007@cox.net
Virginia Commonwealth University Support Group (Richmond, VA)
Occurs on the first Monday of every month.
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For questions, please contact Anne Shields at margaret.shields@vcuhealth.org (Meetings will not be held on Holiday weekends)
MG Georgia Support Group
MG Georgia Support Group
404-313-6958
Our meetings are the first Monday of the month except for July and September.
Meeting details. 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM at 4147 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd. Atlanta GA 30341 and via Zoom. For Zoom invite send an email to mggatalk@gmail.com
The Myasthenia Gravis Support Group of Atlanta, Georgia, seeks to provide support, comfort and education for those dealing with Myasthenia Gravis. Our group holds monthly support group meetings and semi-annual meetings featuring speakers who are experts in Myasthenia Gravis treatment and research. We are an all-volunteer group led by people affected by Myasthenia Gravis.
Alamo Area Support Group
Second Tuesday of every month from 6:00pm-8:00pm ET
For more information Contact is 3statemg@gmail.com to reach Phil Cogan or Sue Klinger
Tri-State NY,NJ, CT Support Group
Second Tuesday of every month from 6:00pm-8:00pm ET
For more information Contact is 3statemg@gmail.com to reach Phil Cogan or Sue Klinger
Northeast Wisconsin Myasthenia Gravis Support Group
Northeast Wisconsin Myasthenia Gravis Support Group meets on the second Thursday of each month (Sept-June) at 6:00pm.
The support group meets at Alleluia Lutheran Church 6725 Elmro Rd, Greenleaf, WI 54126
Contact: Niki Grossheim at new4mg@gmail.com 920-841-9988 https://mgwisconsin.org
Portland,Seattle, and Greater PNW MG Patients and Caregivers Group
Thursday, July 18, 6:00 pm on Zoom
Alexandria Harrold from UCB will join us to talk about one of their latest gMG treatments, Rystiggo. As always, there will be time to check in with everyone.
(email pnwmgsg@gmail.com for log on details)
Southern California Support Group
The meeting information will also be posted on our website at www.mgsocalgroup.com along with posting to Facebook MG support group page
2024 DATES:
- Saturday 6/08/2024 9a-11a PST
- Saturday 9/14/2024 9a-11a PST
- Saturday 12/14/2024 9a-11a PST
LOCATION: ZOOM virtual meeting
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For information contact Connie DiPasqua mgsocalgroup@gmail.com or www.mgsocalgroup.com
Manassas, VA Support Group
Northern Virginia/Washington, DC/Metropolitan Maryland
MYASTHENIA GRAVIS SUPPORT GROUP, MANASSAS, VIRGINIA
Our 24th Year!
Founder and Long-time Facilitator, Anita Steele, 804-742-5149 or agsteele@hughes.net
Meeting by Zoom, with occasional hybrid meetings, 10:30-12 noon the Second Saturday of each month
Contact Greg Josephs, greg.josephs2@gmail.com or 703-307-4518
All are invited, no matter where you live!
To join our Zoom Support Group Meeting, Click on this link and then on the link that comes up. Then click to Open Zoom Meeting.:
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