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 impacted by […]
Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It is tough being stuck at home, but you are not alone. Let's get together, share coping tips and have some FUN! UMDF Support Ambassadors, Kristi […]
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 & […]
LHON – Teens
This call is ONLY for teens (under 18) who are affected with LHON vision loss. Hosts Jeremy Poincenot and Molly Garrone lead this call. This call takes place at 5:00pm PST/8:00pm EST every other month on the first Tuesday of the month for an hour and a half unless otherwise noted.
Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It is tough being stuck at home, but you are not alone. Let's get together, share coping tips and have some FUN! UMDF Support Ambassadors, Kristi […]
LHON – Young Adults
This call is ONLY for young adults (18 and over) who are affected with LHON vision loss.
Western New York Support Meeting
"Virtual AND In-Person" Support Meeting- Western New York You are not alone. Join us to share coping tips and connect with others. We are now meeting in-person. Please let us know if you will be attending by registering HERE. The third Thursday of each month 6:00pm - 7:00pm Register in advance for this meeting. *** […]
Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It is tough being stuck at home, but you are not alone. Let's get together, share coping tips and have some FUN! UMDF Support Ambassadors, Kristi […]
Northeast PA 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 Midwest Connect
This call is for those living in the Midwest with an interest in 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. 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 […]
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 LHON Spouses meet-up 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 Internet Audio […]
Dads of LHON-Affected “Kids of All Ages”
NOTE: Unless specific to a geographic location - all LHON virtual meetings will be set in Eastern Time. 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 […]