Besides articles that link to sites that speak to managing a chronic illness, such as pain, depression, and grieving, support is available through various sources. This site offers a plethora of information for persons with sarcoidosis, family, and friends. They sponsor an internet support group, mailing list which is a discussion forum, and a live chat once a week. This sarcoidosis newsletter emphasizes patient information. The newsletter is no longer published, but back issues are available.
Links are extensive and a chat room is available.
This page provides a lot of good medical information about sarcoidosis, as well as the Becky Mitchell's personal story. Live chat and a discussion forum are available at the site on any issue related to pulmonary disease. This is a support organization for the spouses of persons experiencing illness. The virtual community includes bulletin boards and live chat. There is also a directory of support groups by state.