We are keeping you busy in October! Have you ever attended to one of our support groups? If you haven't, turn over a new leaf as the leaves change colors this month and join us for one of our sessions. Check out what's happening near you and be sure to RSVP to the appropriate address. See you in October, MG friends!
October Programming & Events
Virtual Youth Group | Yoga & Mindful Breathing with Catherine Singleton
Monday, October 3rd, 2022 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Zoom
RSVP to allisonfoss@mgakc.org by 10/01/2022
Our virtual youth group is for youth with myasthenia gravis and their parents. Catherine Singleton, Patient Care Specialist of the MGA, will be leading us in a yoga session, teaching us various poses, meditation, and breathing exercises.
St. Louis Support Group | Vyvgart Session with Shelley Gerson of argenx
Saturday, October 8th, 2022 | 10:00-11:30 AM
Glendale Lutheran Church | 1365 N. Sappington Rd., St. Louis, MO 63122
RSVP to meridithoconnor@mgakc.org
Join us as we hear from Shelley Gerson with argenx about the newly approved treatment for myasthenia gravis, Vyvgart. Please note location of the meeting!
Kansas City North | Your Nutritional Needs with Rachelle Lemon
Thursday, October 13th, 2022 | 12:00-1:30 PM
Primrose Retirement Community of Kansas City | 8559 North Line Creek Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64154
RSVP to allisonfoss@mgakc.org by 10/10/2022
Join us as we hear from Rachelle Lemon of TrUbalance Nutrition.
Central Arkansas Group | Kick-Off Meeting
Monday, October 17th, 2022 | 5:30-7:00 PM
Courtyard by Marriott Little Rock West | 10900 Financial Centre Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211
RSVP to allisonfoss@mgakc.org
We will be having our first meeting with community members living with myasthenia gravis in the Central Arkansas area. Please join us for this kick-off meeting!
Virtual Monthly Meet-Up | Antibodies Associated with MG with Dr. Tania Papsdorf
Zoom
Monday, October 17th, 2022 | 6:30-7:30 PM
Dr. Tania Papsdorf will be leading a webinar about antibodies associated with myasthenia gravis. Dr. Papsdorf is currently practicing medicine at Cox Health in Springfield, MO and sees myasthenia gravis patients in the MG Clinic she started in 2013. Tune in to hear her discuss this hot topic about myasthenia gravis.
Springfield Support Group | Vyvgart Session with Shelley Gerson of argenx
Tuesday, October 18th, 2022 | 6:00-7:30 PM
Residence Inn by Marriott Springfield | 1303 East Kingsley Street, Springfield, MO 65804
RSVP to allisonfoss@mgakc.org
Join us as we hear from Shelley Gerson with argenx about the newly approved treatment for myasthenia gravis, Vyvgart.
Eastsiders Lunch Bunch
Wednesday, October 19th, 2022 | 11:30 AM-1:30 PM
Agape House of Blue Springs Terrace | 312 SW. 19th Street Terrace, Blue Springs, MO 64015
RSVP to info@mgakc.org
Join us for our Eastsiders Lunch Bunch at the Agape House of Blue Springs Terrace. This is a standing meeting that occurs the 3rd Wednesday of the month. This month we will hear from Jeff David Insurance about Medicare enrollment and all things insurance-related.
Coffee with a Coordinator
Thursday, October 27th, 2022 | 10:30-11:30 AM
Kaldi's Coffee | 120 S Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122
RSVP to meridithoconnor@mgakc.org
We're excited to roll out a new way to connect in St. Louis! Join our St. Louis Program Coordinator, Meridith O'Connor for Coffee with a Coordinator! Meet with Meridith and fellow MG community members for a casual meet-up at a local coffee shop. Dutch treat.
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