PALS Study - Peer Approaches to Lupus Self-Management

04/03/2025

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04/03/2025

It’s Time to Break the Silence. Heal Together. Empower Our Community.

Join Crowning Lupus, the Kappa Upsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Aiken Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, INC, Iota Lambda Zeta, and the Eta Gamma Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc. for the 2nd Annual Let’s Talk Mental Health Expo — a powerful gathering of voices, stories, and solutions aimed at dismantling the stigma surrounding mental health in our community.

Saturday, May 17, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Schofield Middle School
Admission: 1 Nonperishable Food Item

This Mental Health Awareness Month!!! We’re coming together again to spark real conversations, raise awareness, and ignite healing.

Expect transformative breakout sessions, dynamic panel discussions, and real tools for change. Whether you’re seeking support, offering it, or simply ready to learn — this is for you.

Scan the QR code to register for our small group sessions or to be a vendor.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Let’s talk. Let’s heal. Let’s rise—together.

03/13/2025

What essential information and resources do individuals with lupus need to successfully navigate the workforce?

I wish I knew a lot of things at the beginning of journey back into the workforce when I was first diagnosed with .

Join us Saturday, March 22nd for discussion, information, tips, and resources!

Virtual Meeting Registration:

Welcome to our Lupus Foundation of America Support Group! We look forward to connecting with you and supporting you in your lupus journey. This support group is intended to offer a safe space to process feelings and experiences related to lupus. Our time together will be confidential. Disclaimer: Ou...

02/13/2025

REGISTER TODAY!
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkde-qqzkoGdTioEPZiw5JDyAyvTGs-FaY #/registration

This Month's topic is Self-Love: Caring for Others While Caring for MePresented by Shama Winston-Ford, Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified Counselor and founder of Disruptive Thinking Counseling, a private practice dedicated to empowering individuals and families to navigate life's challenges and find healing.

Welcome to our Lupus Foundation of America Support Group! We look forward to connecting with you and supporting you in your lupus journey. This support group is intended to offer a safe space to process feelings and experiences related to lupus. Our time together will be confidential. Disclaimer: Ou...

08/30/2024

Your opinion matters so why not get paid for it?! ($65) Participants are limited so be quick! Are you an African-American female between the ages of 18-35? Consider expressing your opinion within a lupus focus group. More information available at https://bit.ly/IMPAACTRay . [If your interest form does not open copy and past this link in your browser: ]

The Lupus Foundation of America is conducting a study to evaluate the attitudes and perceptions of Black/African American patients towards enrolling in a patient-powered registry like RAY and participating in clinical research. Your participation in a focus group will help improve recruitment strate...

06/13/2024

05/28/2024

05/22/2024

05/22/2024

Greetings Everyone,

It’s Lupus Awareness Month & Mental Health Awareness Month!!!!! 💜💚💜

Lupus patients, caregivers of Lupus patients, and medical professionals are encouraged to register and attend “Turning Trials Into Triumph” on Wednesday, May 29th from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event will be highlighted by a panel discussion and informational meet and greet regarding Lupus and mental health.

Crowning Lupus and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated® Zeta Xi Omega AKA Chapter are partnering with the Center for Patients and Families, Wellstar MCG Health, to bring this opportunity to our community. This event is open to the public and all who are impacted by Lupus are encouraged to attend.

The event will be held in BT1810 Conference Room on the first floor of CHOG. Be sure to enter through the main doors of the children’s hospital and follow the signs to the right.

Registration Link:

https://www.augustahealth.org/trials-into-triumph (https://www.augustahealth.org/trials-into-triumph)

We must continue the conversation!!!!!

04/27/2024

Topic: "Embracing Support: You Don't Have to Cope with Lupus Alone"
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2024
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Virtual Meeting Link: South Carolina Zoom Registration Link:

Welcome to our Lupus Foundation of America's Support Group! This is a private space design just for you to connect with trained facilitators. Our primary aim is to provide a safe and supportive space for individuals affected by lupus to share experiences, seek advice, and find comfort in a community...