Welcome to the Bay Area Chapter!
Thank you for visiting the Bay Area Chapter of the FSHD Society which officially launched in September 2018. We are here to build a local community of patients, family and friends, and help them connect and advocate for themselves and each other. Our hope for the future is to find a cure – Until then, we hope to bring a greater awareness to the community, and to help improve the quality of life of all those affected.
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The Walk & Roll
Please stay tuned for information on our 2nd Annual Walk & Roll!
To contact us directly, please email: BayAreaChapter@fshdsociety.org
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Upcoming Events
Apr
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FSHD Society Radio with guest Carden Wyckoff
Tim Hollenback, FSHD Radio host 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 7:00 PM MT | 6:00 PM PT Call-in number: (262) 422-6369 Join host Tim Hollenback on Facebook Live on the first Wednesday evening every month. During the hour-long program, you'll get to meet fascinating guests discussing a wide range of topics of interest to our community. Mark your calendar. Invite your friends to a listening party and chat with fellow Facebook listeners in the comments section. It's…
Find out more »FSHD Radio Sequester Camp
9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 7:00 PM MT | 6:00 PM PT We're In This Together During this time of self-isolation because of the covid-19 crisis, it’s important to stay connected. Join FSHD Radio show host Tim Hollenback every Wednesday evening on Facebook Live for an open-ended conversation about whatever is on your mind. Whether you just need someone to talk to, are trying to solve a problem, or have ideas to share, we welcome your voice. You can…
Find out more »FSHD Radio Sequester Camp
9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 7:00 PM MT | 6:00 PM PT We're In This Together During this time of self-isolation because of the covid-19 crisis, it’s important to stay connected. Join FSHD Radio show host Tim Hollenback every Wednesday evening on Facebook Live for an open-ended conversation about whatever is on your mind. Whether you just need someone to talk to, are trying to solve a problem, or have ideas to share, we welcome your voice. You can…
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KENT & SUE DRESCHER
Chapter Directors
Kent: I was diagnosed with FSH in 1982, and by that time, I’d already had some of the symptoms for about 10 years. Sue & I attended our first meeting of the Society about 2 years ago, and for me, that was the very first time I ever met somebody else with FSH, and it was amazing.
Sue: It’s been really great to meet each other and our families, and talk about support. What we’re hoping for is a building of that community.
We are both recently retired. Kent spent 27 years as a clinical psychologist at the VA hospital, and continues to be involved in some related research and writing. Sue retired from a tech company, and has been enjoying having extra time to spend with family. Sue also recently taught a class in healthy cooking for cancer survivors at a Kaiser in Santa Clara.
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