Huntington's Disease

Society of America

Greater New York

& Long Island

Support Groups

• For at Risk Individuals
• For Persons with Huntington's Disease
• For Caregivers & Family Members

 

Sunday Dates:	March 5 April 2 May 7 June 4 July 2 August 6 September 10 October 1 November December
Location:	Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center 1000 Montauk Highway West Islip, Long Island New York 11795
Room:	Guild Conference Center #2 and #3 (adjoining rooms) - Wheelchair Acessible
Time:	2:00 - 4:00 pm
Directions:
R.S.V.P.:	If you are a new member joining us, please call the HDSA Helpline @ (212)- 726-1028, or the Long Island # 516-616-3129, and leave your name, telephone number and the number of people attending as well as whether you are an at risk individual, caregiver, or person with HD.

For more information, please contact:

Pat Lambert C.S.W. @ HDSA Helpline

(516) 616-3129.

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Good Reasons for Attending Support Groups

Reprinted from the Spring 1998 Newsletter from the HDSA Wisconsin Chapter

If you are newly diagnosed, you will meet people who have gone through the same things you are. They will understand.

• If you, or a family member have had HD for a long time, you can share your experience. They will benefit from your years of living with HD. You are the expert.
• If you are having a bad time because of HD, you may hear suggestions that you hadn't considered. At the very least, you will find understanding people.
• If things are going well, share your story. Everyone benefits from good news shared.
• If you think the meeting will be depressing, you may meet someone who has a bit of wisdom to share.
• Optimism is contagious and support is wonderful.

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