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Fibromyalgia: Resources for Families/ "Contact" Collection/

Support Groups : Online : Community
Compiled by Sherron M. Stonecypher, July 5, 1999

O n l i n e FMS–CHAT Fibromyalgia Chat Group The FMS–CHAT support group, for persons with fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), has a very active, informed membership. Issues frequently discussed are medications, alternative therapies, and applying for Disability (social security, insurance, etc.). Despite its name, this is not really a "chat room," but rather a listserv conducted via email. Before joining this listserv, recognize that members receive a high volume of mail, sometimes as many as 300 messages a day. When you subscribe you will receive a message that confirms your subscription. This message will also contain the information about how to unsubscribe. This is vital information, so store it in a good place on your mail server. Subscribing to FMS–CHAT: You can join this group by sending an email message to listserv@mitvma.mit.edu In the body of the message, only write: "sub FMS–CHAT your name" (for example, "sub FMS–CHAT John Smith").

C o m m u n i t y Many US and Canadian cities have active FMS support groups.These groups offer information, education and fellowship. Check the local newspaper, hospital and library for information. For additional assistance locating a fibromyalgia support group in your community, contact the Fibromyalgia Alliance of America: FMS Support Groups Fibromyalgia Alliance of America PO Box 21990 Columbus, OH 43221–0990 Phone: (614) 457–4222 Fax: (614) 457–2729 Email: Masaathoff@aol.com

The Well Spouse Foundation (WSF) has support groups for healthy husbands, wives, and partners of people with a chronic illness and/or disability. For information about a WSF support group in your area, contact: Well Spouse Foundation 610 Lexington Avenue, Suite 814 New York, NY 10022–6005 Phone: (212) 644–1241 / (800) 838–0879 Fax: (212) 644–1338 Email: wellspouse@aol.com Website: www.wellspouse.org

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