LUPUS
About Us
Welcome all! Our group is peer-led once a month by people living just like you. We are a group for ANYONE living with lupus. We have been through our own triumphs and failures and hope to give you a sense of hope as we all come together monthly.
There are no judgments, discrimination or any negativity in our group. We support all living with lupus. Danielle (aka, Keto Lupie and director
of Laxin’ for Lupus), Dion and Emmitt (co-founders of The Lupus Dream Team) each have their own journey and ways to live it. Where the 3 of them come together is in their positivity and encouragement to empower you. They want you to be the best you can be every single day and will be here supporting you every step of the way!
A few of the topics that may be discussed, but not limited to are:
- Treatments
- How lupus affects you personally
- Friends and family reactions to you day to day
- Coping mechanisms for stress, anger, depression, loss of hope, etc…
- How lupus has changed you as a person
- Intimacy and sexuality
- Diet and lifestyle
- How to become your best advocate
WE truly look forward to meeting you!
When and Where
Our video chat virtual group meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 8 pm Eastern, 7 pm Central, 6 pm Mountain and 5 pm Pacific in the AnCan Schmier Room. You can join online or by phone at +1 646 749 3127 Access # 656-182-845. See the Joining Instructions Panel above right for more information and other Country Access codes.
Partners
AnCan Is proud to partner with Keto Lupie, Laxin’ For Lupus, and The Lupus Dream Team for this virtual support group.
Upcoming Lupus Groups
Instructions for Joining a Group
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All of our groups are FREE...
and you can drop in at any time!
Meet our moderators
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On August 31st, we had an incredible webinar tilted Mental Health and Multiple Sclerosis. Featuring Dr. Lauren Strober (Senior research scientist in the Center for Neuropsychology & Neuroscience Research at Kessler Foundation and assistant professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School), Carly Podzikowski, and Kim Stroeh for tips and tricks on how to “feel” through the emotions that come and go with the crazy ride that is Multiple Sclerosis.
Webinar: Prostate Cancer Biopsies…The Great Debate!
We had a fascinating webinar on August 29th, a debate on whether transrectal biopsies or transperineal biopsies are better for prostate cancer patients.
Don’t know the difference? No problem, this webinar will give lots of food for thought, and plenty to take back to the doctor’s office with you!
Deborah Kaye, MD, Assistant Professor Duke University Division of Urology and Duke Clinical Research Institute Margolis Policy Center, argued for transrectal biopsies. Arvin George, MD, a urologic surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and management of genitourinary cancers at University of Michigan Health, argued for transperineal procedures.
Summer of Art – August 30 Class – Watercolor Pencils
On August 30th, we had so much fun once again with our very own Hannah Garrison (Artist, MS activist, and moderator for our MS virtual support group). Hannah taught us in the ins and outs of watercolor pencils, and also showed how basic scribbling can create beautiful things!
Resources
Our services are free, but if you benefit then please consider a tax deductible donation. You can also support us by signing up to Amazon Smile and nominating Answer Cancer Foundation at no cost to you.
AnCan does not provide medical advice – we do empower you to manage your own care.
Our calls are recorded and posted on this website for later listening; please note we are a peer-to-peer support group and not subject to HIPAA compliance.
