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.
Hamptons Road Support Group
**NEW – Support Group**
Virtual meetings will be held the second Monday of each month, at noon
For more info and the zoom link, please contact Greg Josephs greg.josephs2@gmail.com or David Aguilar ramblon007@cox.net
There will be separate meetings will be held in person on the first Saturday of each month, at noon at
Careplex Hospital in Hampton, Virginia (3000 Coliseum Drive) Please see separate listing.
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
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87140038382?pwd=uEI2LRHrasLoeq0fd8IiAwLFiDUDRt.1
Meeting ID: 871 4003 8382
Passcode: 069638
One tap mobile
+16694449171,,87140038382# US
Dial by your location
• +1 669 444 9171 US
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.:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4723695288?omn=86073722152
Meeting ID: 472 369 5288
One tap mobile
13017158592,,4723695288# US (Washington DC)
+130522
MG Support Group of Greater Houston
Meets the 2nd Saturday of the month at 11AM
at Trini Mendenhall, 1414 Wirt Rd, Houston, TX 77055
Please contact meenamghouston@gmail.com for further information
Denver Support Group (run by Myasthenia Gravis Association of Colorado)
We meet monthly on the second Saturday of each month. We meet in the cafeteria of Presbyterian St. Luke’s Hospital from 1-3pm. The address is 1719 E 19th Ave, Denver, CO 80218.
The link to our website is: https://www.4-mga.org/
For questions or to RSVP, contact Dave Gestner at 4mgacolorado@gmail.com
Virginia Blue Ridge-Roanoke
Meets on Zoom.
Our meetings are on the 3rd Tuesdays of the month,
Odd months afternoons, Even months in the evenings.
Mar 19, 2024 01:00 PM
Apr 16, 2024 07:00 PM
May 21, 2024 01:00 PM
Jun 18, 2024 07:00 PM
Jul 16, 2024 01:00 PM
Aug 20, 2024 07:00 PM
Sep 17, 2024 01:00 PM
Oct 15, 2024 07:00 PM
Nov 19, 2024 01:00 PM
Dec 17, 2024 07:00 PM
If you have a smart phone, tablet, or computer with camera & microphone you can join us.
You can also connect on any phone by dialing in. Call Tom Powers & he can coach you through it.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83648352567?pwd=NmswL3RKSUhwQWUzSStmZ3pFUzNhQT09
Meeting ID: 836 4835 2567
Passcode: roamg
Dial by your location
Instructions for Dial-Up You need unlimited long distance service.
- 1. Dial 1 301 715 8592 US2. Enter Meeting ID: 836 4835 2567 Press #
- 4. Enter Passcode: 707243 Press #
- 5. Wait for Meeting Host to admit you.
Added notes for Dial-Up * 6 turns on and off mute, * 9 “Raises your Hand” – to get our attention.<