San Fernando Valley Fibromyalgia Support Group

Online meeting place for the Fibromyalgia community in the San Fernando Valley

A group for members of the Fibromyalia community of San Fernando Valley, sfvalleyfibro.ning.com is a gathering place, a message board of activities, news stories and sharing.

Members

  • Jerrard Givens
  • Elina Root
  • Nancy Allen
  • BC Medical Marijuana
  • Helyn Ellis
  • Kim
  • Jen Thomas
  • Althea Cash
  • FibroGirl31
  • Elliott Stone
  • Ca Collective
  • Kara
  • Dr. Roya Kazemi
  • Lynelle Mendez
  • Sybila Booth
  • Issy Todd

Groups

Useful Links

NIAMS

Fibromyalgia Network

National Fibromyalgia Association

National Fibromyalgia Partnership

Videos

Disclaimer

The information contained in this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always seek a physician's evaluation before undertaking any medical advice.

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Blog Posts

Ca Collective

MEDICAL MARIJUANA IS AVAILABLE THROUGH CA COLLECTIVE

CA Collective is a collective founded by four women. We are strong women who believe in helping others and we formed CA Collective for the sole purpose of helping people who have prescriptions for medical marijuana.

We are here to help patients obtain their medicine at cost and so much more.

"My brother is a cancer survivor. Medical marijuana saved his life. For me, this collective is about helping people who are truly suffering. Two years ago my husband decided to leave our marriage. We had a… Continue

Posted by Ca Collective on June 7, 2009 at 11:04pm

Lauran Sperber

Fibromyalgia Awareness Day

Yesterday I met Nancy at Northridge Hospital to man a table for Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. We had 5 members show up in total - Cindy, Jennie, Martha, Me and of course our Fearless Leader, Nancy Allen. We educated and informed the few people that came by and we also met a couple of prospective speakers. Nancy brought tons of handouts, pins, bracelets... We are SO lucky to have her!! Thank you Nancy for doing all that you do - it is always a pleasure to be in your company and to be able to be of… Continue

Posted by Lauran Sperber on May 13, 2008 at 11:00am — 2 Comments

Jerrard Givens

Synopsis of Meeting at Northridge Hospital, February 11, 2008

One of the key points that I brought away from the discussion was a frustration by members that some national groups may not be as well intentioned as it seems and may "sell out" the fibro community if it means lining the correct pockets. One of the roles that I see for this website is that of activism on the part of and by those who suffer from the illness. A "grassroots" campaign as it were, where we are certain that the voices on this board have nothing to sell and no agenda other than helpin… Continue

Posted by Jerrard Givens on February 13, 2008 at 2:13pm — 2 Comments

Classes and Events

AFTERNOONS AT NANCY'S

Coming in March. Stay tuned for more details.

Northridge Hospital

"Medicare 101: Do You Know What's Covered?" This class will help you through the Medicare maze by explaining and simplifying the A, B, C, D coverage options. FREE. Registration is required ! Call 818-885-5488
*Feb. 25, Monday, 1-3 pm.
Classrooms 1 & 2 pm OR
*March 24, Monday 1-3 pm.
Patio Conference

Northridge Hospital Integrative Medicine Program
Registration is required: 818-885-8500,ext. 2855
There is a small fee for classes.
* "Anger . . .It's Not What You Think" by Steven Shaps, MA, Marriage Family Therapist
Discover the source of anger and begin to develop skills to prevent and soothe angry reactions.
Cost: $10. per person, $5. for seniors 64+ Saturday, March 15, 9:30-11:30 am., Leavy Cancer Center Conference Room
* "Mind Over Menopause" by Janolyn F. Moore PhD (c), ChT
An interactive seminar to help women ease through this transition.
Cost: $10., per person, $5. for seniors 64+ Saturday, April 19, 10am.,- Noon Leavy Cancer Center Conference Room
* "Self-hypnosis" by Janolyn F. Moore, PhD(c), ChT
A class for beginners or those who have already experienced self-hypnosis.
Cost: $40. per person, $35. seniors 64+ Monday, March 3, 6:30-8 pm Leavy Cancer Center Conference Room

Welcome New Members

Please help spread the word to get this online community going. Why wait to meet twice a month when you are a few clicks away from friends that understand how you feel. Share your experiences; you may be surprised how simliar they are to others.

Latest Activity

Elina Root added a video
Watsu for Fibromyalgia
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Watsu therapy is a form of relaxation therapy performed in the water that is based on ancient Shiatsu principles and practices. Watsu is based on the principle of the connection between mind, body and breath as well as the use of stretch in order to…
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Elina Root is now a member of San Fernando Valley Fibromyalgia Support Group
Welcome Them!
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NANCY ALLEN


Meet Nancy Allen, Facilitator for the San Fernando Valley Fibromyalgia Support Group. Nancy spends a great deal of time coordinating interesting and informative events. You can learn more about Nancy in her My Page.
 

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