About Us
MG Georgia
MG Georgia, seeks to provide support, comfort and education for those dealing with Myasthenia Gravis. Our group holds monthly support group meetings and semi-annual meetings featuring speakers who are experts in Myasthenia Gravis treatment and research. We encourage you to discuss anything you learn in the group with your personal physician to see if it is an option for you prior to trying it. We are an all-volunteer group led by people affected by Myasthenia Gravis. We foster a diverse group where everyone is welcome to attend our meetings and events.
In 2023, we became part of the MG Holistic Society a 501(c)(3) organization.
MG Georgia is led by national support group leader Alexis Rodriguez. Alexis has been a MG support group leader for over 13 years. He is also a member of the Rare Disease Advisory Council of Georgia. He has been living with myasthenia gravis for over 25 years and brings a wealth of knowledge to the MG community.
Meeting Information
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When: Our meetings are the first Monday of the month except for July and September
In person: Chamblee First United Methodist Church. 4147 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Atlanta, GA 30341
Zoom meeting details.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtc-ChrzwpG9HQvJ5bWQuUgPQJ8LA6skQF
Time: 6:30PM to 8PM
Next Meeting: June 5, 2023
Speaker: Allison Foss from the Myasthenia Gravis Association
Speaker bio: Our in-person guest speaker will be Allison Foss, Executive Director for Myasthenia Gravis Association ( MGA ). Allison is no stranger to Myasthenia gravis (MG). Diagnosed at age 5, Allison was later identified as an MG patient with the MuSK antibody. Raised in southeastern Iowa, Allison graduated from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Child & Family Services. She spent 18 years working with and advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities and special needs prior to joining the Myasthenia Gravis Association (MGA) in December 2017 as the Executive Director.
Prior to becoming the director, Allison was a volunteer for the MGA as well as served on the Board of Directors. In Allison’s tenure with the MGA, the organization has grown its support groups and offerings to meet the needs of patients in their communities. Whether helping one patient at a time or twenty at a time, Allison drives on the philosophy of meeting the patients where they are in their journey with MG. Allison led the organization through COVID-19 where service offerings were expanded virtually which allowed the organization to increase its visibility from coast to coast as well as internationally. In her spare time, Allison can be found relaxing on her deck with her dog Ries, mastering a new recipe, cheering on the Iowa State Cyclones, blogging and traveling.
Zoom: Register in advance for the meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtc-ChrzwpG9HQvJ5bWQuUgPQJ8LA6skQF
MG Awareness Day June 24, 2023
The MG Awareness Day and Health Fair will provide an opportunity for those with and without a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis a chance to learn about wellness options, get free health screenings, vaccinations, insurance assistance, hear about the latest MG treatments, CBD oil, herbal teas, diabetes education, organic gardening, and so much more. We have family friendly games, free catered lunch, and swag bags! Attendees, vendors and sponsors must register in advance to ensure we enough food and supplies. Don't forget to check our four wellness workshops!
The MG Awareness Day and Health Fair will provide an opportunity for those with and without a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis a chance to learn about wellness options, get free health screenings, vaccinations, insurance assistance, hear about the latest MG treatments, CBD oil, herbal teas, diabetes education, organic gardening, and so much more. We have family friendly games, free catered lunch, and swag bags! Attendees, vendors and sponsors must register in advance to ensure we enough food and supplies. Don't forget to check our four wellness workshops!
The MG Awareness Day and Health Fair will provide an opportunity for those with and without a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis a chance to learn about wellness options, get free health screenings, vaccinations, insurance assistance, hear about the latest MG treatments, CBD oil, herbal teas, diabetes education, organic gardening, and so much more. We have family friendly games, free catered lunch, and swag bags! Attendees, vendors and sponsors must register in advance to ensure we enough food and supplies. Don't forget to check our four wellness workshops!
The MG Awareness Day and Health Fair will provide an opportunity for those with and without a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis a chance to learn about wellness options, get free health screenings, vaccinations, insurance assistance, hear about the latest MG treatments, CBD oil, herbal teas, diabetes education, organic gardening, and so much more. We have family friendly games, free catered lunch, and swag bags! Attendees, vendors and sponsors must register in advance to ensure we enough food and supplies. Don't forget to check our four wellness workshops!
The MG Awareness Day and Health Fair will provide an opportunity for those with and without a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis a chance to learn about wellness options, get free health screenings, vaccinations, insurance assistance, hear about the latest MG treatments, CBD oil, herbal teas, diabetes education, organic gardening, and so much more. We have family friendly games, free catered lunch, and swag bags! Attendees, vendors and sponsors must register in advance to ensure we enough food and supplies. Don't forget to check our four wellness workshops!
The MG Awareness Day and Health Fair will provide an opportunity for those with and without a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis a chance to learn about wellness options, get free health screenings, vaccinations, insurance assistance, hear about the latest MG treatments, CBD oil, herbal teas, diabetes education, organic gardening, and so much more. We have family friendly games, free catered lunch, and swag bags! Attendees, vendors and sponsors must register in advance to ensure we enough food and supplies. Don't forget to check our four wellness workshops!
Awareness Day & Health Fair Agenda
Agenda 6.24.2023
8AM - Volunteer arrival
9 AM - Vendor & Sponsor arrival
10 AM - Registration/ Check-In
10:15 AM - Games open / Health Screenings
10:30AM - Welcome / Silent Auction opens
11 AM - Yoga - Tanya Leakes
11:15 AM - MyMGLife Experience opens
11:30 AM - Dr. Amy Dayries - Holistic dentist
Noon - Dr. Jasmine Johnson, PT, DPT, Cert DN - Physical Therapist
Noon- Healthy lunch (please advise of food allergies)
12:30 PM - Words from our Trailblazer sponsors
1:00 PM - CPR demonstration
1:30 PM - Silent Auction & Raffle giveaway
1:45PM - Closing remarks
**This event is a rain or shine event.
