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Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter

 

Walk to End Lupus Now Goes Virtual!

Walk to End Lupus Now - Walk Your Way
Don't miss out on being part of the world’s largest lupus Walk program as we join the lupus community coast to coast for a virtual event on 10.10.20! 

Going virtual means your friends and family can join you from wherever they live! So while we're going to miss the fun and comraderie of getting together in person with our walkers this year, we're excited about the opportunity for people across the state - and beyond - to participate in this year's Walk!

In addition to fundraising incentive prizes, we're having contests with prizes for the top individual fundraiser, team captain of the top fundraising team, and team captain with most registered team members! So whether you're walking individually or as a team, it's time to get busy! We need your help to raise money for critical lupus research and support programs, increase awareness of the disease and rally public support for those that suffer from its brutal impact. This year, the Walk will celebrate a theme of United – Together – Powerful, showcasing the strength of the lupus community to come together, even in these times.

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'In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus' Virtual Symposium
In the Loop logo Don't forget to register for our annual symposium which is virtual this year due to COVID-19! Keynote speaker NaKaisha Tolbert-Banks' topic is  'It’s Okay To... Laugh: Boosting Your Mental Health and Wellness One Giggle at a Time.' Join NaKaisha, also known as The Laughter Coach, as she shares with the lupus community the importance of caring for yourself and using laughter as a mental health boosting tool, especially during difficult times. You will laugh, ponder, and be inspired by this thought-provoking keynote presented by one of our community’s mental health leaders. So get your smiles ready for a giggle of a time!

NaKaisha's keynote is the only live real-time segment of the symposium.  So you can join us at 11:00 am on Sat, Oct 17th, and then watch the five pre-recorded breakout session topics at your convenience as often as you'd like. 

Breakout topics and speakers:
  • Lupus and Medication Management (Dr. Steven Neucks, Rheumatologist)
  • Lupus and COVID-19 (Dr. David Batt, Rheumatologist)
  • Research: Past, Present and Future (Dr. Gary Gilkeson, Rheumatologist)
  • Managing Your Lupus and the Importance of Honest, Open Communication with Yourself, Your Doctor and Healthcare Team (Cindy Fiske BSN)
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Mark Your Calendars

Recurring Events:

Ask the Experts Teleconferences (Monthly)
Support Group Meetings (Monthly) 
Mindful Meditation Facebook (Monthly)
Gentle Yoga Facebook Live (Stay tuned and watch our website or Facebook page for updates - these classes will be starting back up soon!)

August Fundraising Stars

We would like to shine a light on our Facebook Fundraising Stars for the month of August who raised $1770! Thank you to those who fundraise for and donate to our Chapter during this uncertain time. Head to our Facebook page to donate or start your own fundraiser! 

August 2020 Facebook Fundraisers

Learn how to start your own Facebook Fundraiser

Thank You
We are so very thankful for the following Walk to End Lupus Now and In the Loop symposium sponsors. The work we do would not be possible if it wasn't for their generosity and support and we are extremely grateful.

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'Ask the Experts' Webinars

"Ask the Experts" is a series of live educational teleconferences, webinars and pre-recorded webcasts on a variety of topics designed to provide you with important information about living with lupus. Don't miss out! The series is offered as a free service for the Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter. 

There are two webinars scheduled for September!

Fri, 9/18:  Depression and Lupus Fog: What is the Difference?

Thur, 9/24: Navigating the Pediatric Lupus Journey Webinar Series: Part 1 - Pediatric Lupus: What to Expect

To register for these webinars or any of the other upcoming Ask the Experts events, please visit our website

Did you know?... You can also access recordings and presentations from all of the previous ATE sessions on our website!

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Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter

Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter
9302 N. Meridian Street, Suite 203
Indianapolis, Indiana 46260
Phone: 317.225.4400 | info@lupusindiana.org

Our mission is to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and advocacy.
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