Support Groups
At times it seems to be more helpful speaking to others who have “lived our lives” rather than talking with doctors who, although knowledgeable about the medical aspects of TS, have second-hand knowledge of what it’s like living with the disorder. This often happens by means of attending a local support group. The existence of these groups seems to fluctuate from time to time. Following is a brief description of the active groups in Ohio at the present time. If you are interested in starting a group in your area, or would like more information about the existing groups, please call 1-800-453-2675 We are especially in need of support groups in the southeastern and northwestern parts of the state.
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ERIE COUNTY (Sandusky/Greater Northwest Ohio) Meetings second Sunday every other month, Firelands Regional Medical Center, South Campus, Sandusky Contact: Heather Gilchrist
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FRANKLIN COUNTY (Columbus/Central Ohio) Synagogue Agudas Achim 2767 E. Broad St. Columbus OH Fourth Sunday of each month, starting June 28, 5 to 7 p.m. Light dinner provided, please RSVP! Contact: Katie Hamilton-Fox (740) 407-4120 foxfive@hughes.net |
LAKE COUNTY (Kirtland/Northeast Ohio) Meetings first Saturday every month, 10 a.m. Old South Church, (Route 306)
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY (Dayton/Southwest Ohio) Centerville United Methodist Church, 63 E. Franklin St., Centerville, OH Contact: Dawn Poindexter |
SUMMIT COUNTY (Akron/Northeast Ohio)
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