8:00pm ET | 7:00pm CT | 6:00pm MT | 5:00pm PT North Texas Virtual Chapter Meeting, 7:00pm-8:00pm CT Please join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a virtual chapter meeting. This will be our time to come together – where Connections, Hope, Healing, and Awareness happen on a consistent basis! Hope to... Read More »
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month we will continue our discussion on what to do when your current care plan isn't working anymore. As always, expect a wealth of practical tips, sympathy, and the supportive company of awesome women.... Read More »
9:00am ET | 8:00am CT | 7:00am MT | 6:00am PT NYC/NJ-area Virtual Chapter Meeting Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at 9am ET Dear Friends, Please plan to join us for our next virtual meeting, Saturday, April 6th, 2024 at 9am ET. This is the next in our series of regular bi-monthly meetings to provide... Read More »
2:00-400pm | 1:00-3:00pm CT | 12:00-2:00pm MT | 11:00a-1:00pm Chicago Chapter Meeting, Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm CT WHERE: Northlake Library, 231 N Wolf Rd, Northlake, IL 60164 DETAILS: Join us on Saturday, April 6th at the Northlake Library for a special chapter meeting where we'll introduce our new Chicagoland Chapter... Read More »
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month, Rick Whitehead will share his experience having surgery to reinforce weak abdominal muscles (the cause of the "pregnant belly" silhouette). We're being tongue in cheek about this being a "tummy tuck," as it's not a cosmetic procedure but... Read More »
On the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, listen for a new episode of FSHD Straight Talk with Tim Hollenback! These episodes highlight members of the FSHD Community who are living rich, full lives and diving into their experiences with FSHD. You can find new episodes on YouTube and Facebook. You can also listen... Read More »
9:00pm ET | 8:00pm CT | 7:00pm MT | 6:00pm PT British Columbia and Alberta Chapters - Virtual Meeting When: Wednesday April 10th, 6pm PT | 7pm MT Where: Virtually via Zoom, please RSVP below to receive the Zoom link What: We are excited to have special guest Lena Graham joining us! Lena is a... Read More »
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT We welcome back Trish Kean, who will lead us through a session of Shaking Qi Gong. Shaking helps us to open up our joints or energy gates and meridians allowing the free... Read More »
8:30PM ET | 7:30PM CT | 6:30PM MT | 5:30PM PT Saturday, April 13, 2024, 6:30pm MT at the Boise State University Special Events Center Raise money to fund research into cures for FSHD. Don't miss the Idaho Talent Fest, featuring a variety of performers. Enjoy a night of entertainment and vote for your favorite... Read More »
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT Dani Liptak If you are experiencing some level of disability from your FSHD symptoms (or other issues, for that matter), what are your rights to accessible public spaces, work environments, education, etc.? Does the law protect you? Dani Liptak, a... Read More »
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT When a child has a progressive, disabling condition like FSHD, the transition to adulthood and independent life can be challenge, as much for parents as for the new adult. Sherry Aiken guides many youths (and their families) through this process.... Read More »
With Jennifer Egert, PhD, and patients and family members 19:00 CET | 18:00 UK | 1:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00am PT This month's webinar will be a roundtable discussion on the challenges of communicating with those close to you about FSHD, how it is impacting you, and... Read More »
7:00pm ET | 6:00pm CT | 5:00pm MT | 4:00pm PT Dear friends, Welcome to the "Third Thursday" meetings of the North Carolina Chapter! Whether or not you've attended our group's events before, we hope you will join us for this casual, conversational monthly meeting. We have no specific agenda or topic, but we are... Read More »
CANCELEED Due to the lack of RSVPs, we have sadly decided to cancel this event. One of the goals of our Alberta Chapter is to grow our connections and community in the Edmonton Area. We haven’t been successful in doing this with our last two events, and would love your feedback. What would you like... Read More »
In this episode, FSHD Straight Talk host Tim Hollenback speaks with Trish about life during and after diagnosis. In this candid conversation Trish (last name withheld for privacy) and Tim discuss the impact of physical therapy, the frustrations that PTs often know or do more than PCPs, and additional intricacies and intimacies of living with... Read More »
6:00pm ET | 5:00pm CT | 4:00pm MT | 3:00pm PT Virginia Chapter Monthly Virtual Meeting (occurs every 4th Tuesday of the month). RSVP via the below button to ensure you receive the reminder and zoom link. Please join us for this casual, conversational monthly meeting. We have no specific agenda or topic, but we... Read More »
8:00pm ET | 7:00pm CT | 6:00pm MT | 5:00pm PT North Texas Virtual Chapter Meeting 7:00pm-8:00pm CT Please join us on Wednesday, April 24th for a virtual chapter meeting North Texas is opening to all Texas community members. During this chapter meeting, we will be joined by guest speaker, Attorney Brandon A. Rotbart, P.A. who will discuss... Read More »
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Donna Russo will lead today's session on chair yoga. Donna is a dancer, actress, and activist. She has performed with wheelchair dance troupes and made a series of YouTube videos, Donna on... Read More »
9:00 a.m. US Central Time doors open | 10:00-3:00 p.m. US CT conference sessions Save the date!! The FSHD Society, in collaboration with the University of San Antonio Health Science Center, University of Texas Austin Medical School, and University of Texas Southwest Medical School, is hosting our first-ever Texas FSHD 360 conference. Dr. Matthew Wicklund... Read More »
11:00am ET | 10:00am CT | 9:00am MT | 8:00am PT Ontario Chapter Brunch Meeting Saturday April 27th, 11:00am-1:00pm ET Milestones Richmond Hill (30 High Tech Rd. Richmond Hill ON L4B 4L9). Two of our members, Scott and Ali, will be sharing their experience with participating in the Fulcrum and Avidity interventional FSHD clinical trials.... Read More »
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we... Read More »
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month's discussion will focus on promoting a positive outlook. Staying positive can be challenging while one is dealing with uncertainty and experiencing emotional needs of lifestyle changes. How do we cope with the pain... Read More »
3:00-5:00pm ET | 2:00-4:00pm CT | 1:00-3:00pm MT | 12:00-2:00pm PT Sacramento Chapter Meeting Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PT WHERE: Mimi's Cafe, 2029 Alta Arden Expy, Sacramento, CA 95825 DETAILS: Join us for yummy food and good conversation at Mimi's Cafe for lunch as we officially welcome our new... Read More »
