Persons with lupus are not helpless and they can support each other in dealing with the day to day challenges of the disease. In fact, spouses, other family members and friends are encourage to come to show their support of the person with lupus. Often it is the person with lupus who is not ready to accept the disease, and family or friends come alone to get information and help. People who are suspected of having lupus, but have not been officially diagnosed, are also welcome to attend the lupus support group. These persons need support in coping with the uncertainty.
All meetings are free and open to the public.
People are encouraged to come when they feel the need.