Lupus Foundation of America

Let's Keep in Going - Help Us Reach Our Goal

Even though the Walk is over, it's not too late to help us meet our $55,000 goal! We're accepting donations and walkers have until Thursday, December 16th, to fundraise and earn incentive prizes.

MAKE A WALK DONATION

The winner of our Chapter's contest for the team captain with the most team members is Amy Bianchi. Amy's #AmberStrong team had 16 members and Amy is receiving a prize package of a $100 Ruth Chris gift card, two bottles of Ruth Chris wine and two Ruth Chris wine glasses. Congratulations to Amy! The winner of the top fundraiser and team captain of the top fundraising team prize packages will be announced after the December 16th fundraising deadline. So it's not too late to keep working to win one of the following great prize packages:

Top Individual Fundraiser

Indiana Pacers Fan Pack (two home game tickets, Malcolm Brogdon autographed jersey, keychain, Pacers t-shirt)
Five Crew Car Wash passes

Team Captain of Top Fundraising Team

Indianapolis Colts autographed football
$100 Walmart gift card
Necklace from The Jewelry Lady

Thank you to our 2021 Community Partners and Walk sponsors!

IVX Health Rheumatology Associates

LFA, Indiana Chapter Gala on Fri, May 13, 2022

We're already busy planning for 2022 and are looking forward to an exciting year! One new event we're excited about is our Gala that is replacing A Tasteful Affair and will be held on Friday, May 13th, at the beautiful Indianapolis Artsgarden! So hold your calendar and plan on helping us celebrate Lupus Awareness Month by attending what's sure to be a fun event!

Mark Your Calendars

ANNUAL EVENTS:
November 30 - Giving Tuesday
March 26, 2022 - In the Loop - Healthy Living with Lupus Symposium
May 13, 2022 - Gala at Indianapolis Artsgarden
October 8, 2022 - Walk to End Lupus Now

RECURRING EVENTS:
'Let's Talk About It' Webinar Series (Monthly)
Support Group Meetings (Monthly)
Gentle Yoga Facebook Live (Bi-Monthly)
Mindful Meditation Facebook (Monthly)

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

We would like to shine a light on our Facebook Fundraising Stars for the month of October who raised $750! 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!

October 2021 Facebook Fundraisers

Learn how to start your own Facebook Fundraiser

Our organization wouldn't exist without your generosity! Please give to LFA-IN today.

GIVE TODAY

Don't miss this month's 'Let's Talk About It' webinar being held on Wednesday, November 17th from 7:00-8:00 pm EST. 'Let's Talk About It' is a series of live educational webinars designed to provide you with important information about living with lupus. Don't miss this opportunity to learn important information about living with lupus from the comfort of your home!

The topic of November's session is Navigating Social Security Disability Benefits by Tom Adamson, Consumer Division Program Manager for Brown & Brown Absence Services Group and LFA-IN Chapter Board member. If you or someone you know becomes unable to work due to a disabling medical condition, Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits may be available to help replace lost income on a temporary or permanent basis. Applying for SSDI can be a long and complicated process, but don’t feel overwhelmed! Join us for a brief education about Navigating the Social Security Disability Benefits process and the support that is available.

Learn More and Register

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're here to help!

CONTACT A HEALTH EDUCATOR

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Did you know...

... you can donate to us through AmazonSmile, Kroger Community Rewards, and other programs? Find out how HERE!

... you can access the latest lupus news by going to News & Events on our website and checking News in the left-hand By Type column?

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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