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Virtual Group Meetings
Each month, we offer three different virtual group meetings each month:
Virtual Hangouts
When: The first Thursday of every month
About this group: The first Thursday of every month, ILA will have an open, virtual hangout meeting from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. This is a lived experience group meet-up and is not facilitated. The intent of these hangout groups is to have a place where you can meet with others who may have similar experiences as you.
College-Age, Young Adult Meetups - COMING SOON
When: The third Monday of every month from 6:30 PM to 8 PM
About this group: Led by Lauryn Russell, ILA will have an open virtual meetup for college-age, young adults in Illinois. This group is targeted for ages those ages 18-24 years and will be a casual space where our young adults can get to know one another and share their personal stories of living and thriving with Lyme.
Educational Meetings
When: The third Tuesdays of every month
About this group: Our educational meeting is held the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM on Zoom. We feature a range of speakers, including healthcare professionals and other practitioners, and we leave time for your questions and answers. These meetings are intended for educational purposes only and should not be taken as personal medical advice.
Interested in attending one of the virtual meetings? Request a Zoom link at: info@illymeassociation.org
The calendar below lists the exact dates for all three of the group meetings.
(Each meeting has it’s own link that is reused each month.)
Private Facebook Group
ILA has a private Facebook group for patients to be able to connect with others who are experiencing a similar journey.
Need a Doctor Referral?
ILA has two lists of provider referrals, a Lyme-Literate provider list and a Lyme-Friendly provider list. Join the ILA Facebook today and ask for the provider list.
Local In-Person Support Groups
Due to the immunocompromised immune systems of most tick-borne disease patients, all in-person support groups are cancelled at this time. If you’re looking to start a group in your area, please let us know. We’d love to support your efforts.
Online Educational Events
From time to time, we host educational webinars in our private Facebook group. Please join our group and sign up for our quarterly newsletters to stay informed.
MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images and information, contained on or available through this web site is for general information purposes only. Illinois Lyme Association makes no representation and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of information contained on or available through this website, and such information is subject to change without notice. You are encouraged to confirm any information obtained from or through this website with other sources, and review all information regarding any medical condition or treatment with your physician. NEVER DISREGARD PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF SOMETHING YOU HAVE READ ON OR ACCESSED THROUGH THIS WEBSITE.
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Additional Healing Resources
Living with Lyme
Cindy’s podcast series is an excellent resource! Living with Lyme
Better Health Guy
Scott’s blogcast series is a wealth of information and knowledge. Better Health Guy
Dr. Jill
Dr. Jill podcasts are a must have in your toolbox. Dr. Jill
Marty Ross, MD
Dr. Ross has a wonderful YouTube channel full of helpful insights. Treat Lyme by Marty Ross, MD
If You Need More Support
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Hours: Available 24 hours.
Languages: English, Spanish. Learn more
Dial: 988
Illinois Resources
Illinois Warm Line
If you or one of you family members has mental health and/or substance use challenges and would like to receive support by phone, call the Illinois Warm Line at 866-359-7953. Wellness Support Specialists are professionals who have experienced mental health and/or substance use recovery in their own lives. They are trained in recovery support, mentoring, and advocacy and are ready to listen and support you. The Warm Line is not a crisis hotline, but is a source of support as you recover or help a family member to recover.
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. except holidays
Crisis Text Line
The Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, 24-hours a day. Text HELLO to: 741741. Trained crisis counselors will respond and help you.
CARES Line (24 hour)
If your child is a risk to themselves or others, having a mental health crisis, or if you would like a referral to services for children, youth, and families, call the 24 hour Crisis and Referral Entry Services (CARES) line to talk to a mental health professional. Call: 1 (800) 345-9049 TTY: 1 (773) 523-4504
Available Financial Assistance
Please find some resources that offer grants and help to pay for testing and/or treatments. Links are external sites and not associated with ILA. Some have age and income requirements. As additional resources become available, more links will be added, so please continue to check back.