First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month's discussion will focus on promoting a positive outlook. Staying positive can be challenging while one is dealing with uncertainty and experiencing emotional needs of lifestyle changes. How do we cope with the pain... Read More »
3:00-5:00pm ET | 2:00-4:00pm CT | 1:00-3:00pm MT | 12:00-2:00pm PT Sacramento Chapter Meeting Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm PT WHERE: Mimi's Cafe, 2029 Alta Arden Expy, Sacramento, CA 95825 DETAILS: Join us for yummy food and good conversation at Mimi's Cafe for lunch as we officially welcome our new... Read More »
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT This month we have the pleasure of welcoming Arielle Levy, a physical therapist who trained with Julie Herschberg (legendary in our community). We're eager to meet the next generation of PTs who... Read More »
11:30am-12:30pm | 10:30-11:30am CT |9:30-10:30am MT | 8:30-9:30am PT Dakotas Chapter Meeting, Saturday, May 11, 2024 10:30 am - 11:30 am CT WHERE: 3247 47th St S, Fargo, ND 58104 DETAILS: Join us for a Dakotas Chapter Meeting where we will have the opportunity to connect and share updates with the community. This meeting will... Read More »
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Chaplain Deb Calhoun Many of us procrastinate when it comes to planning for the future, especially when the future could include illness, disability, having to find caregivers, financial uncertainty, or the prospect of having to turn over control of your... Read More »
In this laid back episode, Tim discusses music, San Diego chapter program involvement, and staying strong in the face of slow progression with Callum Arras. Bridging their nearly 20 year age gap, Hollenback and Arras find common ground in their belief that self-knowledge, willpower, and determination helps them maintain activities, mobility, and their sense of... Read More »
1:00 PM ET | noon CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00 AM PT Josie Godfrey There is great progress toward new medicines for FSHD, but even when a drug does make it to market, patients may not be able to afford it because insurers and government payers often delay or deny access because they... Read More »
Saturday, May 18, 2024 Join the Denver Colfax Marathon Team for the FSHD Society! The Denver Colfax Marathon is a nationally recognized event featuring unique courses incorporating the iconic landmarks of the Mile-High City. REGISTER today and join our Team to fight FSH Muscular Dystrophy. The event starts at Denver’s City Park, on the east side... Read More »
5:00pm ET | 4:00pm CT | 3:00pm MT | 2:00pm PT North Carolina Chapter Social Gathering Please join us for a casual dinner on May 18th at 5pm at Floyd & Blackies. I look forward to meeting all of you in person! Floyd & Blackies: 142 8th Avenue, Cramerton, NC 28032 Please RSVP below so... Read More »
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT This month we'll learn about kratom, a medical herb, from Young Adults group co-moderator Chandler Young. About himself Chandler says "I’m 23 and live in North Carolina, was formally diagnosed with FSHD at 16 but showed symptoms very early in... Read More »
7PM ET | 6PM CT | 5PM MT | 4PM PT Western PA Chapter - Virtual Meeting Please join us on Monday, May 20th at 7:00pm ET for our next virtual chapter meeting. In addition to checking in with everyone, I would like to share my latest experiences at the Abilities Expo and the Day on... Read More »
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT CHANGE NOTICE: Instead of recapping Hill Day, we welcome our esteemed guest, Heloise Hoffmann. Heloise Hoffmann Our guest is Heloise Hoffmann, who will share insights about coping with the diagnosis of FSHD based on her personal journey from age 13,... Read More »
7PM ET | 6PM CT | 5PM MT | 4PM PT New England Chapter - Virtual Meeting Please join us for our next virtual chapter meeting, taking place on May 22nd! We will discuss what's new with the FSHD Society, upcoming events on the calendar, as well as share adventures and stories amongst ourselves. Our... Read More »
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT This is part two of this month's series with Arielle Levy, a physical therapist who trained with Julie Herschberg (legendary in our community). Arielle will be discussing nerve mobility and pain. Postural impairments... Read More »
When a busy schedule, family needs, and chronic pain limit your bandwidth, committing to regular exercise and healthy eating can be hard. In this episode of FSHD Straight Talk, host Tim Hollenback and guest Priscilla Sharun discuss their exercise routines, building strength through consistency, and the importance of committing to your health. For Priscilla, regular... Read More »
