Would you like to talk with others who know what it’s like to live with myasthenia gravis?
Attend a support group meeting, learn how others manage symptoms, find resources, and engage with their doctors. Patients and caregivers are always welcome.
2026 virtual and in-person meetings are listed here. All meetings are free to attend. Registration is required for virtual meetings so that you can receive the Zoom link. No registration is required for in-person meeting. If you have questions about attending a meeting, please reach out to info@myastheniagravis.org.
Virtual Meetings
Anywhere MG Virtual Group
Group leader: Kelly Aiken
Meetings are on the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m. CT
Jan. 8, Feb. 12, Mar. 12, Apr. 9, May 14, June 11, July 9, Aug. 13, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10
Click here to register: Join Anywhere MG Support Group-Thursdays
Men’s MG Support Group
Group leaders: Gary Jackson and Dr. David Randall
Meets Quarterly, 3rd Thursday
(Beginning in March)
Mar. 19, June 18, Sept. 17, Nov. 19
Click here to register: Join Men’s Support Group – Thursdays
Women’s MG Support Group
Group leader: Tammy Carter
Meets Quarterly, 4th Thursday
(Beginning in February)
Feb. 19, May 28, Aug. 27, Nov. 19
Click here to register: Join Women’s Support Group – Thursdays
Chicago South and West MG Support Group
Group leader: Joyce Holste and Victor Yipp
Meets Quarterly, 2nd Sunday
(Beginning in February)
Feb. 22, May 17, Aug. 9, Nov. 8
Click here to register: Join Chicago South and West MG Support Group
In-Person Meetings
Chicago North MG Support Group
Group leader: Linda Loland
Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.
February 8, April 5, June 14, August 2, October 4, December 6
Levy Center
300 Dodge Ave.
Evanston Library Room
Evanston, IL
Springfield MG Support Group
Group leader: Kelly Aiken
Third Sunday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Feb. 15 (virtual on ZOOM), Mar.15, Apr. 19, May 17, July 19, Aug.16, Sept. 20, Oct. 19, Nov. 15
Parkway Christian Church, 2700 Lindbergh Blvd., Springfield, IL
No Meeting in January, June or December.
What about other Conquer MG Support Groups?
We are seeking support group leaders for the Rockford, Quad Cities. Connect with us if you are interested, we can help you get started. Email us! info@myastheniagravis.org
