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SUMMARY:Young Adults with Myositis - MSU YA Collective Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]\n\n	\n \n2nd Monday of Every Month \n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT \n   [vc_column_text css=””] \nMSU Young Adult Collective Power Hour \nJoin fellow young adults living with Myositis for a private\, real-time group video support session. This is a safe\, supportive space to connect with others who understand what it’s like to navigate young adulthood with a chronic illness. Share your experiences\, challenges\, and thoughts—from managing symptoms and medical appointments to balancing work\, school\, and relationships—with a focus on connection and empowerment.  \nSupport sessions are never recorded. These are private\, real-time video support sessions with others like you.  \nThis session is open to all young adults (ages 18–40) living with any form of Myositis.  \nSessions are held on the 2nd Monday of Each Month\n1-Hour Session Only — designed to respect the busy lives of young adults who are working\, raising families\, studying\, or doing it all.  \nRegistration is required. After registering\, you’ll receive an email with the link and details to join. Please see the registration link below.  \nYou are not required to turn on your camera or speak—participate in the way that feels best to you. [/vc_column_text] To Register[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/young-adults-with-myositis-msu-ya-collective-power-hour/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
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SUMMARY:Bi-Monthly Virtual Support Group: Breathe Easy: Myositis Lung Support
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]\n\n	\n \nStarting at 7 PM Eastern time\n(6 PM CT\, 5 PM MT\, 4 PM PT) \n   \n\n    \n                        \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Details                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        Virtual Support Group Policy                    \n                \n                                \n                    \n                        FAQ                    \n                \n                    \n    \n        \n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nBi-Monthly Virtual Support Group: Breathe Easy: Myositis Lung Support\nWe’re thrilled to introduce “Breathe Easy\,” our ongoing support group dedicated to individuals with Myositis experiencing lung issues. Join us every other month for a virtual gathering providing connection and support. \nMeeting Details: \n\nWhen: Bi-monthly on second Tuesday of the Month\, 7 PM ET\nWhere: Zoom (register below)\n\nWhat You’ll Experience: This group offers a compassionate space to connect with others who understand the unique challenges of Myositis and lung complications. Share experiences\, gain insights\, and find strategies to manage your lung health while fostering a community of support and understanding. \nDiscussion Topics Include: \n\nLung health\nCoping strategies\nEmotional support\n\nWhether you’re facing daily challenges or seeking guidance\, you’re not alone. Everyone with Myositis and lung issues is encouraged to join. Your voice matters\, and together\, we can support one another in this safe and nurturing environment. \nJoin us to breathe easier and foster a sense of belonging—one meeting at a time.[/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nVirtual Support Session Guidelines\nWe don’t like to impose rules\, however\, to keep everyone safe please read over the policies below. \nSession Privacy\, Trust\, and Behavior\nTo keep everyone feeling safe\, here is a list of our general\, but important\, policies. \n\nAnything shared in the video support group session stays there! Just as in our closed online support groups\, we trust that you will follow this strict rule. No sharing of private discussions outside of the support session.\nWhen sharing\, we ask you to be mindful of time so everyone has a chance to share.\nIf you have something to add to the discussion\, we ask that you do not interrupt while someone is speaking. The hosts will announce at the start of the session how each session will run.\nAnything shared should be audience-appropriate. We will not tolerate hate speech\, bullying\, inappropriate comments\, or the promotion of any outside services\, products\, websites\, or other online links that are not related to our discussions.\n\nWe will NOT have or provide: \n\nA debate about science;\nA political discussion;\nA conversation about conspiracy theories;\nMedical advice (beyond what is listed as criteria to call your doctor).\n\nWhat we hope this video support session will be: \n\nA safe space to voice your experiences and ask questions among similarly situated people who understand;\nA place to get ideas for staying sane while practicing social distancing\, isolation\, or quarantine;\nA chance to get ideas for staying safe if you must continue participating in the outside world;\nAn opportunity to see that you are not alone.\n\nThe views and opinions of session Hosts\, Co-hosts\, and Volunteers are not that of Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU). [/vc_column_text]\n\n\n    [vc_column_text css=””] \nHow do I join video support sessions?\nZoom is available for almost all devices including computers\, laptops\, smartphones\, and tablets. \nTo install Zoom on a computer/laptop: Visit the Downloads page on Zoom’s website and download/install the Zoom Client for Meetings. \nTo install Zoom on a device: Visit your App store and search for Zoom and install. \nThen\, visit our Events Calendar and register for the monthly support sessions that interest you. \nIf you need additional help\, we have Zoom help documents with more detail. \nWhy do I have to register?\nBecause of security concerns and to ensure we are able to better provide a safe space and control who joins the sessions we require registration. Register once to attend this monthly session. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join on Zoom\, which also includes a link to add it to your calendar.[/vc_column_text] To Register\n\n			\n\n To Register[vc_message style=”square” message_box_color=”warning” icon_type=”fontawesome” icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-asterisk” css=””]Register once to attend all Breathe Easy virtual support sessions. After registration\, you will receive an email with the details to join. Be sure to check your junk or spam email folders. \nRegister again for an updated email from Zoom that contains the dates for 2025 and provides a link to add them to your calendar.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/bi-monthly-virtual-support-group-breathe-easy-myositis-lung-support/2025-11-11/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Video Support Sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Myositis Support and Understanding (MSU)":MAILTO:info@UnderstandingMyositis.org
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SUMMARY:Couch Critics
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]\n\n	\n \n2nd & 4th Wednesday of Each Month- Starting June 11th \n7 PM ET / 6 PM CT / 5 PM MT / 4 PM PT \n   [vc_column_text css=””] \n“Couch Critics” – A Movie Club for the Myositis Community! \nJoin us for a delightful escape into the world of film\, hosted by MSU Virtual Moderators William Robinson and Mary Oltmans. Whether you’re a patient or a care partner\, this movie club is for you!  \n“Couch Critics” is the perfect place to connect\, unwind\, and enjoy meaningful discussions with fellow movie enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on the fun – grab your popcorn and let’s experience the magic of movies together!  \n#CouchCritics #MovieClub #MyositisCommunity #FilmFun #MSU   \n[/vc_column_text] To Register[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://understandingmyositis.org/event/couch-critics/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:MSU Zoom Video Session\, Video session using Zoom
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