National Multiple Sclerosis Society—Utah-Southern Idaho Chapter

This is a nation-wide organization for those that have Multiple Sclerosis and their families. The Utah State Chapter was incorporated on December 6, 1954 and on October 1, 2010 it was expanded to include Southern Idaho. The Utah-Southern Idaho chapter provides events, races, programs, services, and up-to-date research regarding Multiple Sclerosis.

Website: http://www.nationalmssociety.org/chapters/UTU/index.aspx

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MSUtahIdaho

Twitter: http://twitter.com/cureMSutahIdaho

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/cureMSutah

Flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/curemsutah/

Contact:

Utah Headquarters

By Phone:

801.424.0113

or 1.800.344.4867 (1-800-FIGHT-MS)

By Email:

utah.idaho@nmss.org

In Person:

6364 South Highland Drive, Suite 101

Salt Lake City, Utah 84121

Salt Lake City, Utah 84121

 

Salt Lake City, Utah 84121

 

The American Diabetes Association

Contact Information:

www.diabetes.org

Utah Chapter- Salt Lake City

182 S. 600 E

Suite 100

Salt Lake City, Utah 84102

(801) 363-3024

fax: (801) 363-3031

This organization offers a wide variety of support and information on Diabetes.  It has everything from the basics, to info for those just diagnosed, how to help family members and where you can find local support groups and events.

For example, if you’ve been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes you are eligible to participate in “Living with Type 2 Diabetes.”  See below for more information

Join Living With Type 2 Diabetes, a FREE program to help you or your family members learn to live with diabetes. This free program will send you information and support for 12 months at no cost to you. The program is available in both English and Spanish, and you can choose to receive the information online and by mail. If you'd prefer to sign up by phone, call 1-800-CALL-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383).

With this free program, you won't have to search all over the Internet for:

●     Facts about type 2 diabetes, symptoms and health consequences

●     Tips and tools for managing your blood glucose

●     Recipes for planning healthy meals

●     Ideas for getting started with exercise

●     Information on medications you might need and support for working through common challenges

Diabetes Support Group

Offered through the University Health Care: Utah Diabetes Clinic

Please join us for a diabetes support group session where you can exchange information, feelings and ideas. Groups offer open discussion, question and answer sessions, and other activities.

FREE and open to ALL adults in the community, 18 years and older (please leave your children at home so the group can meet without any distractions). Spouses and support members are encouraged to also attend.

 Every 4th Tuesday of the Month

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

615 Arapeen Drive, Suite 100

Salt Lake City, UT 84108

If you have any questions, or need additional information, please call (801) 587-3913.

http://health.utah.gov/diabetes/pdf/Flyer%20-%20Diabetes%20Support%20Group_1.pdf

Cystic Fibrosis Support

Site includes:  forums, blogs, videos, newsletters, chats, centers, networks, clinical trials, fitness, and recipes for those with cystic fibrosis and their families.

Website: http://www.cysticfibrosis.com/

Blog Support Group

Blog:  http://www.cysticfibrosis.com/blogs.cfm

CF Centers Center Name City State Contact Phone Intermountain CF Center Salt Lake City UT Barbara A. Chatfield, M.D. (801) 588-2621 Intermountain CF Center - ADULT PROGRAM Salt Lake City UT Ted Liou, M.D. (801) 581-7806 CF Chapters Center Name Address City State Zip Contact Phone Utah and Idaho Chapter Washington Building -- 151 East 5600 South. Suite 210 Murray UT 84107 Ms. Gina Troop (801) 281-1886

The Compassionate Friends: Supporting family after a child dies

www.compassionatefriends.org

This organization provides support for those who have lost a sibling or child.  The Website is full of information on grieving for parents, siblings and grandparents.  It also provides a variety of links to other related resources such as brochures, radio and TV programs, and videos.

 They offer free customized bereavement packets by calling their National Office at 877-969-0010.

They also offer an online support group with live chats at http://www.compassionatefriends.org/Find_Support/Online-Community/OnlineSupport.aspx

They are also available to connect you with the local chapter near you.  The information for the Utah chapters are listed below.

·         Brigham City

Box Elder County Chapter Chapter#: 1796

Karen (435) 723-8727

compassionatefriendsbrigham@yahoo.com

Meeting Info: 2nd Thursday of each month 7:00 pm

Meeting Address: Myers Mortuary, 205 S 100 E, Brigham City, UT 84302

Notes: Call to confirm meeting location- sometimes meet at Brigham City Community Center 24 N 300 W, Brigham City, UT 84302

·         Ogden

TCF of Ogden Chapter#: 2317

Donna (801) 675-5729

anderdon4@comcast.net

Meeting Info: 1st Monday of each month 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Meeting Address: McKay Dee Hospital (Education Wing Room 4), 4401 Harrison Blvd, Ogden, UT 84403

·         Salt Lake City

Salt Lake Chapter Chapter#: 1293

Wilbert & Francis (801) 268-9444

wrlopez@comcast.net

Meeting Info: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm

Meeting Address: Zion Lutheran Church, 1070 Foothill Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84108

Notes: Chapter also offers Spanish speaking support, Wilbert & Francis (801) 268-9444 Chapter also offers sibling support for 17+

·         Santaquin

·         TCF of Utah CountyChapter#: 2351

Renee (801) 836-1975

Meeting Info: Last Thursday of each month 7:00 pm

Meeting Address: Old Public Safety Building, 63 E Main, Santaquin, UT 84655

·         St. George

TCF of St. George Utah Chapter#: 2325

Cathie & Ron (435) 656-0723

tcf.st.george@gmail.com

Meeting Info: 3rd Thursday of each month 7:00 pm

Meeting Address: Zion Bank (3rd floor conference room), 40 E St. George Blvd, St. George, UT 84790