• Adult Virtual Support Meeting

    Adult Virtual Support Meeting

    Adult Virtual Support Meeting Hello Adults impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for an Adult Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us for a VIRTUAL MEETING! The FIRST Thursday of every month! 8:00pm-9:00pm ET Register HERE After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining […]

  • LHON – Navigating Employment/Careers

    LHON – Navigating Employment/Careers

    This Zoom event is for anyone interested in discussing Navigating Employment/Careers with LHON. Bring your questions and comments to share with the group. There is also a Facebook group: Navigating Employment/Careers with LHON Join Details: One option is to use Internet Audio to call at no charge at: https://umdf.zoom.us/j/95371313871 Meeting ID: 953 7131 3871 Or join by phone with […]

  • LHON Sisterhood

    LHON Sisterhood

    LHON Sisterhood Are you a woman who carries an LHON mutation? Whether you're affected by LHON symptoms or not, you're invited to be part of the LHON Sisterhood! This community is intended to provide a safe space for all women who carry an LHON mutation to discuss topics specific to navigating life as a woman […]

  • Support Group for All

    Support Group for All

    When: The Second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://umdf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcumsrTsiH9w1_pPmjbc-KqRCAIrmQCKt After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

  • Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting

    Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting Hello Parents and Caregivers impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for a Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us for a VIRTUAL MEETING! The THIRD Monday of every month! 8:00pm-9:00pm ET Register HERE After registering, you […]

  • Dads of LHON – Affected “Kids of All Ages”

    The bimonthly call for Dads of LHON-Affected "Kids of All Ages" takes place on the third Wednesday of every other month at 8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific. If you're a dad of someone affected by LHON, consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation.  Hosts Tony Wright and Jim Tolve host this open-discussion format call. Reach out […]

  • LHON – New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania Connect

    Please Join Us! This call for those living in New York, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania with an interest in LHON takes place quarterly on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00pm EST. Hosts Jim and Mary Tolve facilitate this call. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. […]

  • Northeast PA Support Meeting

    Northeast PA Virtual Greet Support Meeting

      Support Meeting- Northeast PA Third Saturday of each Month- In-Person 10:00pm – 12:00pm Eastern St. Luke's Hospital Priscilla Payne Hurd Education Room Room 104 801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA 18015   You are not alone. Join us to share coping tips and connect with others. We will meet the 3rd Saturday of each month! […]

  • LHON Assistive Technology

    LHON Assistive Technology

    This Zoom event is for anyone interested in discussing LHON & Assistive Technology. The event is led by Sara Nappi. Sara is affected by LHON, and she is an Assistive Technology instructor. There is also a Facebook group: LHON Assistive Technology To join the Zoom event, use the link below: https://umdf.zoom.us/j/95371313871 Meeting ID: 953 7131 3871 Or […]

  • LHON Live! Monthly Call

    LHON Live! Monthly Call

    NOTE: Unless specific to a geographic location - all LHON virtual meetings will be set in Eastern Time. This call is for everyone interested in LHON...those affected, carriers, or sighted supporters...all are welcome.  You can speak up and share your thoughts, or just listen to what others have to say...It's your call!  Hosts Jessica Loomer and Andy […]

  • California Virtual Support Group Meeting

    California Virtual Support Group Meeting

    UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your story and connect with others. We hope you will attend and see that you are not alone. The first Monday of each month• 10:00am – 11:00am Pacific Learn more & […]

  • Support Group for All

    Support Group for All

    When: The Second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://umdf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcumsrTsiH9w1_pPmjbc-KqRCAIrmQCKt After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

  • LHON Plus Connect

    This Zoom event is for anyone interested in discussing LHON Plus. There is also a Facebook group for LHON Plus: https://www.facebook.com/groups/219765024858400 Join Details: One option is to use Internet Audio to call at no charge at: https://umdf.zoom.us/j/95371313871 Meeting ID: 953 7131 3871 Or if your phone plan includes Unlimited Minutes, then here are Toll Charge numbers to […]

  • LHON South Central Connect

    LHON South Central Connect

    This call is for those living in the South Central region with an interest in LHON. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. The South Central region includes Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. There's also a Facebook group: LHON-Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, & Louisiana Reach out to Donna Basse at sbasse5472@aol.com with any questions. Join […]

  • LHON – Northeast Connect

    LHON – Northeast Connect

    This call is for those living in the Northeast with an interest in LHON. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. The Northeast includes all the New England states (Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, & Rhode Island), New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. There are various Facebook groups […]

  • Moms of LHON – Affected “Kids of All Ages”

    If you're a mom of someone affected by LHON, consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. Reach out to Lissa Poincenot at lhonpoince@aol.com with any questions. There's also a Facebook group for Moms of LHON-Affected "Kids of All Ages" located at this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1862093300546686 Join Details: One option is to use Internet Audio to […]

  • Northeast PA Support Meeting

    Northeast PA Virtual Greet Support Meeting

      Support Meeting- Northeast PA Third Saturday of each Month- In-Person 10:00pm – 12:00pm Eastern St. Luke's Hospital Priscilla Payne Hurd Education Room Room 104 801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA 18015   You are not alone. Join us to share coping tips and connect with others. We will meet the 3rd Saturday of each month! […]

  • Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting

    Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting Hello Parents and Caregivers impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for a Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us for a VIRTUAL MEETING! The THIRD Monday of every month! 8:00pm-9:00pm ET Register HERE After registering, you […]

  • Central Region Virtual Support Meeting

    Central Region Virtual Support Meeting

    Central Region Virtual Support Meeting UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your story and connect with others. We hope you will attend and see that you are not alone. Fourth Thursday of each month • 7:00pm – […]