• TMA Northern California, Oregon & Washington IBM Support Group Meeting

    Virtual Event
    Support or Affinity Group Meeting

    Register here!   Join the TMA Northern California, Oregon & Washington IBM Support Group: Connect, Learn, and Find Support This group is a welcoming community for individuals living with Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM) in Northern California, Oregon & Washington, although all are welcome. Meeting every month on the third Friday at 5:00 PM PT, this group...

  • TMA Maryland, Delaware, District of Columbia, Northern Virginia Myositis Support Group Meeting

    Virtual Event
    Support or Affinity Group Meeting

    The TMA MD, DE, DC, and Northern Virginia Myositis Support Group is a welcoming space for individuals living with myositis in the Maryland, Delaware, District of Columbia, and Northern Virginia regions. Meeting every two months on the third Saturday at 1:00 PM ET, this group provides a supportive environment to connect, share experiences, and learn...

  • TMA Colorado Myositis Support Group Meeting

    TMA Colorado Myositis Support Group Meeting
    Virtual Event
    Support or Affinity Group Meeting

    This group for all myositis diagnoses meets monthly on the second Saturday. TMA support groups are a place to connect, be understood, and feel less alone — whether you’re seeking support, offering encouragement, or somewhere in between. Research shows that peer support can increase feelings of belonging by up to 70% and improve overall well-being...

  • AVON Supports Myositis Awareness

    Virtual Event
    TMA Fundraiser

    Shop for makeup, skin care, fragrance, and more — while supporting TMA's important mission during Myositis Awareness Month! Support TMA   The Avon Fundraising program helps charities like TMA connect with an Avon Ambassador to raise money for a worthy cause. Kathy Eichenbrenner, an Avon Ambassador in Charlotte, NC, is promoting this Avon fundraiser for...

  • Myositis Awareness Month 2026 Merch – Raise Awareness Year-round!

    Virtual Event
    Commemorative

    Take the myositis awareness message year-round with new TMA merchandise for you and your furry friends! Order deadline is May 8, 2026. Eight designs are available with multiple styles, colors, and sizes. Your order will ship directly to you at the end of May from Custom Ink. We'd love to be tagged on social media...

  • TMA Virginia, West Virginia, Northeast North Carolina Myositis Support Group Meeting

    Virtual Event
    Support or Affinity Group Meeting

    This group meets monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:00 PM ET. For all myositis diagnoses. Register here Why Attend a TMA Support Group TMA support groups are a place to connect, be understood, and feel less alone — whether you’re seeking support, offering encouragement, or somewhere in between. Research shows that peer support can...

  • TMA Meet & Greet Leadership Series: Meet the New Board Chair!

    Virtual Event

    Join us for a special edition of The Myositis Association’s (TMA) Meet & Greet Leadership Series. Hosted by TMA Executive Director Paula Eichenbrenner and featuring TMA Board Chair Rich DeAugustinis, this engaging event is designed to bring our community together in a spirit of connection. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with TMA leadership and...

  • TMA Georgia Myositis Support Group Meeting

    TMA Georgia Myositis Support Group
    Virtual Event
    Support or Affinity Group Meeting

    👉 Register here TMA Georgia Myositis Support Group meets every fourth Saturday from 10:30–11:30 AM ET, except December. Peer-led support groups matter at every stage of the journey. Even if you’re currently thriving, your presence and story can bring hope and reassurance to others who may be facing challenges. At TMA, we pride ourselves on...

  • TMA Rainbow Affinity Group Meeting

    TMA Rainbow Affinity Group Meeting
    Virtual Event
    Support or Affinity Group Meeting

    TMA is proud to host the Rainbow Affinity Group, a vital support community designed specifically for LGBTQIA+ individuals living with myositis. Founded in 2022, this group offers a unique space to connect with others who share both a myositis diagnosis and a commitment to fostering inclusivity and respect within healthcare and beyond. Register Here In...

  • TMA Men Managing Myositis Affinity Group Meeting

    Virtual Event
    Support or Affinity Group Meeting

    The TMA Men Managing Myositis Affinity Group is a supportive space for men with any form of myositis to connect, share experiences, and find solidarity. Founded in 2022 and led by Eric Rocheleau, this group offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges specific to men living with myositis. Each month,...

  • Myositis Awareness Month 2026

    Virtual Event
    Commemorative

    May is Myositis Awareness Month! It’s a time for the myositis community to raise our collective voices and let the world know what this rare disease is all about. It’s TMA’s mission to support those who live with myositis and their care partners by bringing awareness, sharing resources and education, sharing strategies for advocacy, and building...