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Attend a TMA support or affinity group to connect with others living with myositis. You can attend any group, regardless of where you live. Local and worldwide groups are available\u2014just register for the next meeting. For questions, email supportgroups@myositis.org<\/a> or fill out this volunteer survey<\/a> if you’d like to be trained to help lead a group.\u00a0<\/p>\n

TMA Regional Support Groups<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n

TMA Worldwide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> is open to all, especially those without an active support group in their local area. Formally known as Nationwide, this group has hosted international members since its inception in 2022. The meeting divides into breakout rooms by diagnosis, and the TMA Care Partner Affinity Group meets in its own room. TMA Worldwide meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Africa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Myositis Africa Support Group<\/strong> meets on the second Tuesday of every month from 7-8:30 PM West Central Africa Standard Time. All international members are welcome to attend. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alabama<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA AL, MS & Florida Northwest<\/strong> is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Alabama attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alaska<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Alaska is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Alaska attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>. You are also invited to attend any of the virtual meetings of California groups. See calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arizona<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Arizona and Nevada Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the first Saturday (February, May, August & November) at 1:00 PM AZT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arkansas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Arkansas & Louisiane is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Arkansas attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

California<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Northern California Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every two months on the first Monday at 6:30 PM PT, although this may be subject to change depending on leader availability. This group is for auto-immune types of myositis (those with IBM attend TMA Northern California IBM<\/strong>). Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Northern California, Oregon & Washington IBM<\/strong> Support Group<\/strong> meets every month on the third Friday at 5:00 PM PT. This group is for residents of Northern California, Oregon and Washington who are diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM). Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Southern California<\/strong> Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets 3-4 times a year. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Canada attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colorado<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Colorado Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets on the second Saturday of each month at 12:00 PM MT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connecticut<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Connecticut is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Connecticut attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delaware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA MD, DE, DC and Northern Virginia Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every two months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

District of Columbia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA MD, DE, DC and Northern Virginia Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every two months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Florida<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Southwest Florida Myositis Support Group<\/strong> invites all Florida residents to join their quarterly meetings on the first Saturday of February, May, August and November. Please see calendar for details about which meetings will be hybrid (in-person and virtual). You can register for the virtual option here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA AL, MS & Florida Northwest<\/strong> is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Georgia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Georgia Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets monthly on the fourth Saturday from 10:30-11:30 AM ET except December. Email leader here.<\/a> | Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hawaii<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Hawaii is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Hawaii attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>. You are also invited to attend any of the virtual meetings of California groups. See calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Idaho<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Idaho, Wyoming and Utah Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM MT. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Illinois<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Missouri & Illinois Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the third Thursday at 6:30 PM CT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indiana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Cincinnati Tristate<\/strong> also covers a portion of Indiana and meets virtually on the third Saturday of February, May, August, and November from 10:30am-12pm ET. All are welcome. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Indiana attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Iowa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Iowa is seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Iowa attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kansas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Kansas & Western Missouri Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets 3-4 times per year. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kentucky<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Cincinnati Tristate<\/strong> also covers a portion of Kentucky and meets virtually on the third Saturday of February, May, August, and November from 10:30am-12pm ET. All are welcome. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Kentucky attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Louisiana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Arkansas and Louisiana<\/strong> is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Louisiana attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Maine<\/strong> is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Maine attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maryland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA MD, DE, DC and Northern Virginia Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every two months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Massachusetts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Massachusetts and Rhode Island<\/strong> is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Massachusetts attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Michigan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Michigan Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the second Wednesday at 1:30 PM ET, although this may be subject to change depending on leader availability. This group is for all auto-immune types of myositis (those with IBM can also attend TMA Michigan IBM<\/strong>). Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Michigan IBM<\/strong> Support Group<\/strong> meets 3-4 times per year (three times in person and once online). This group is for residents of Michigan who are diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM), although all are welcome to attend! Please see events calendar<\/a> or email supportgroups@myositis.org<\/strong> to find out when this group meets next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minnesota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Minnesota Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every two months on the first Tuesday at 6:00 PM CT. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mississippi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA AL, MS & Florida Northwest<\/strong> is currently seeking new leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Mississippi attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Missouri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Missouri & Illinois Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the third Thursday at 6:30 PM CT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Kansas & Western Missouri Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets 3-4 times per year. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Montana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Montana <\/strong>is currently seeking leadership. Submit your interest here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Montana attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nebraska<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Nebraska Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets quarterly in-person<\/strong> on the second Saturday from 1-3 pm CT (January, April, July, October) at Zion Lutheran Church, 14205 Ida St, Omaha, NE 68142. Please see events calendar<\/a> or email Deardoff@myositis.org<\/strong> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nevada<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Arizona and Nevada Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the first Saturday (February, May, August & November) at 1:00 PM AZT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Hampshire<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of New Hampshire attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Jersey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA New Jersey Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the first Monday at 6:30 PM ET. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Mexico<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of New Mexico attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New York<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Upstate New York Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every month on the third THursday at 7:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA partners with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) in New York. To participate in the HSS Myositis Support Group<\/strong> monthly meetings, email Suzan Fischbein, LCSW at FischbeinS@HSS.EDU<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Carolina<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA North & South Carolina Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the second Saturday at 12:00 PM ET. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Central North Carolina Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets in-person<\/strong> 3-4 times per year. Please see events calendar<\/a> or email supportgroups@myositis.org<\/strong> to find out when this group meets next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA VA, WV, NC Northeast Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

North Dakota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of North Dakota attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ohio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Cincinnati Tristate<\/strong> meets virtually on the third Saturday of February, May, August, and November from 10:30am-12pm ET. All are welcome. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oklahoma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Oklahoma attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oregon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Northern California, Oregon & Washington IBM<\/strong> Support Group<\/strong> meets every month on the third Friday at 5:00 PM PT. This group is for residents of Northern California, Oregon and Washington who are diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM). Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Oregon with a different type of myositis are still welcome to attend above or attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>. You are also invited to attend any of the virtual meetings of California groups. See calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pennsylvania<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Pennsylvania attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rhode Island<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Rhode Island attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Carolina<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA North & South Carolina Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the second Saturday at 12:00 PM ET. Register here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

South Dakota<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of South Dakota attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tennessee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Tennessee attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Texas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Northeast Texas<\/strong> meets monthly on the fourth Saturday through November at 10am CT. All are welcome. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Utah<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Idaho, Wyoming and Utah Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM MT. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vermont<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Vermont attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virginia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA MD, DE, DC and Northern Virginia Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every two months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA VA, WV, NC Northeast Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Washington<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Northern California, Oregon & Washington IBM<\/strong> Support Group<\/strong> meets every month on the third Friday at 5:00 PM PT. This group is for residents of Northern California, Oregon and Washington who are diagnosed with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM). Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Washington with a different type of myositis are still welcome to attend above or attend TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> which meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

West Virginia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA VA, WV, NC Northeast Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:00 PM ET. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wisconsin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Wisconsin Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every two months on the fourth Saturday at 11:00 AM CT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wyoming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA Idaho, Wyoming and Utah Myositis Support Group<\/strong> meets every three months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM MT. Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Worldwide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMA\u2019s Worldwide Myositis Support by Diagnosis Group<\/strong> is open to all, especially those without an active support group in their local area. We often have international visitors as well! The meeting divides into breakout rooms by diagnosis, and the TMA Care Partner Affinity Group meets in its own room. TMA Worldwide meets on the first Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm \u2013 2:30 pm ET | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM CT | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM MT | 10 AM \u2013 11:30 AM PT. <\/strong>Register here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Affinity Groups<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

TMA Adelante! Grupo de afinidad<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For Spanish speakers – Meets every two months on the third Thursday of the month at 5:00 PM ET | 4:00 PM CT | 3:00 PM MT | 2:00 PM PT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Care Partner Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For those who love someone with myositis \u2013 Meets in their own breakout room with TMA’s Worldwide Support Group on first Saturday of the month at 1 PM ET | 12 PM CT | 11 AM MT | 10 AM PT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Flying Solo Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For those who do not have a live-in care partner \u2013 Meets first Wednesday of each month at 8pm ET | 7 PM CT | 6 PM MT | 5 PM PT. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Men Managing Myositis Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 7 PM ET | 6 PM CT | 5 PM MT | 4 PM PT. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Men of Color Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Meets quarterly, see calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Military Veterans with Myositis Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Meets monthly on the second Saturday at 12 PM ET | 11 AM CT | 10 AM MT | 9 AM PT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Rainbow Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For members of the LGBTQ+ community \u2013 Meets fourth Sunday at 5 PM ET | 4 PM CT | 3 PM MT | 2 PM PT. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Women of Color Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Meets on the first Thursday of most months at 6:30 PM ET | 5:30 PM CT | 4:30 PM MT | 3:30 PM PT. Register here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMA Women with IBM Affinity Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Meets on the third Tuesday of most months at 12 PM ET | 11 AM CT | 10 AM MT | 9 AM PT. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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