Support Group Meetings

LADN offers monthly support group meetings for dysautonomia patients and caregivers living in the Los Angeles area. Our support groups provide a space for members to share their experiences related to dysautonomia in a supportive environment with fellow dysautonomia patients. Please contact us if you are interested in attending our support groups. See our calendar for a current schedule of upcoming meetings. Our support group is patient-run and is not facilitated by a licensed medical or mental health professional.

LADN Links Program

LADN Links encourages the power of friendship and community by pairing like-minded LADN members and encouraging them to get to know each other beyond our support group setting. Having friends who understand the daily challenges and triumphs related to a chronic illness can be both a relief and a reward.

In addition to offering suggestions for individual meet-ups (online or in-person – your choice), LADN Links will host occasional social get-togethers. At this time, this program is limited to those living in LA County.  If you are interested in participating in this program, please email us.

Grant Program

LADN has a financial Grant Program to help cover dysautonomia-related healthcare expenses for dysautonomia patients in California who demonstrate financial need. Our 2023 Grant Program distributed $6,000 amongst 12 recipients. Applications for our 2024 Grant Program will open in the fall of 2024. Please sign up for our LADN Member email list for updates.

Our fundraising initiatives help support funding our grant program, as well as our operating expenses. Please consider donating or attending our annual fundraiser to help support this cause!

Social Events

Outside of our monthly support group meetings, we hold social events just for fun! These events provide an opportunity for members to better get to know one another, laugh, and just generally have a good time with others living with dysautonomia. Past activities have included movie nights, pumpkin carving, vision boards, garden crafts, and more! See our calendar for a current schedule of upcoming social events. Please contact us if you are interested in attending our social events.

Education Events

LADN believes education is critical to both raising awareness about dysautonomia, as well as to helping patients learn effective ways to manage symptoms. LADN hosts awareness campaigns and education events in our local LA community to educate patients and the community about dysautonomia. Past events have included a talks by a local physical therapist, licensed psychologist, acupuncturist, employment lawyer, and dietician.

We also spread awareness about dysautonomia and provide patient tips for coping with symptoms via our social media pages. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.