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| The countdown is on - it's less than two weeks until the virtual Walk to End Lupus Now being held on Saturday, October 16th! We need your help to raise awareness and funds in the fight against lupus! If you can't walk this year, you can still help by making a donation that will provide money for research and support and education services. REGISTER FOR THE WALK MAKE A WALK DONATION In addition to the great fundraising incentive prizes, don't forget about the contests our Chapter is having. Great prizes will be awarded to the top fundraiser, the team captain of the top fundraising team, and team captain of team with most registered walkers. Here are the current standings:  So get registered, start fundraising, grow your team, and be ready to join us on October 16th and Walk Your Way - anytime, whether it's 8 am or 8 pm! Downloadable fliers - We need your help - please share and post to make others aware of this year's Walk! Thank you to our 2021 Community Partners and Walk sponsors!    IVX Health |
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| KNOWLEDGE IS POWER! Don't miss the educational opportunity provided by our annual In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus symposium being held on Saturday, October 30th, at the Embassy Suites Conference Center in Plainfield! In addition to keynote and six breakout sessions, there will be a plated lunch, exhibitors, lupus merchandise for sale, and time for socializing. Please note that based on current CDC and Marion County Health Department recommendations, for the safety of attendees, masks will be required. Please visit our website at https://www.lupus.org/indiana/events/in-the-loop-healthy-living-with-lupus-symposium for more information and to register. Deadline to purchase online tickets is Thursday, October 14th. For those who need help paying for their ticket, a limited number of scholarships are available by calling our office at 317.225.4400 or emailing Damiah Woodmore. Thank you to our 2021 Community Partners and symposium sponsors!  IVX Health |
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| ANNUAL EVENTS: October 16 - Virtual Walk to End Lupus Now October 30 - In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus Symposium Download 2021 Timeline RECURRING EVENTS: 'Let's Talk About It' Webinar Series (Monthly) Support Group Meetings (Monthly) Gentle Yoga Facebook Live (Bi-Monthly) Mindful Meditation Facebook (Monthly) |
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| Looking for someone who can provide support and assistance to overcome the barriers that come along with lupus? That’s what our patient navigators do! The Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter is a recipient of Aurinia Pharmaceuticals’ coveted patient navigation program grant, creating better ways to support Hoosiers with lupus, with a special focus on lupus nephritis. Services this program will provide include: •One-on-one appointments with a patient navigator •Assistance with transportation to medical appointments via Uber Health •Vouchers for co-pays •Vouchers for prescription costs •Free access to written resources •Free access to research papers and updates. Learn More About the Patient Navigator Program |
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| Our Chapter offers the Patient Access to Healthcare (PATH) program for people in Indiana living with lupus to assist with the most crucial needs that can't be met through other community resources. If you live in Lake County, we have special funding available to you made possible by the Crown Point Community Foundation. The following goods and services are eligible for subsidy through PATH: •Emergency prescriptions •Medical appointment •Lab work •Durable medical equipment •Transportation to or from a medical appointment •Emergency utilities (water, electric, gas) •Emergency rent/housing. Check out PATH if you need resources. We are here to help! |
| We would like to shine a light on our Facebook Fundraising Stars for the month of September who raised $649! Thank you to those who fundraise for and donate to our Chapter; we truly appreciate your support. Head to our Facebook page to donate or start your own fundraiser!
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 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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