• Spouses of LHON – Affected Individuals

    Spouses of LHON – Affected Individuals

    Are you the spouse (or similar) of someone affected by LHON? Would you like to network with others in a similar situation? Consider joining our event for Spouses of LHON-Affected Individuals Zoom event. This Zoom event is a great opportunity to get to know each other and share LHON-related experiences. Join Details: One option is to use […]

  • 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 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 […]

  • 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 – […]

  • 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. […]

  • LHON – Affected Women

    LHON – Affected Women

    If you're a woman with LHON vision (affected), consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. Reach out to Jessica Loomer jessica.loomer@gmail.com with any questions. There's also a Facebook group for LHON-Affected Women located at this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/404650029721330 Join Details: One option is to use Internet Audio to call at no charge at: https://umdf.zoom.us/j/95371313871 […]

  • Volunteer Interest Meeting

    Volunteer Interest Meeting 2025

    Learn about all the ways that YOU can Be the Energy for the #mito community. Wherever your talents or interests lie -- whether they be in support, advocacy, or fundraising toward treatments -- you could be a change maker for patients and families impacted by #mitochondrialdisease. Register here: https://umdf.secure.nonprofitsoapbox.com/vol