Join Our Uplifting Fibromyalgia Support & Education Group – Now Meeting on Zoom!
Serving the fibromyalgia community since 1997 with more than 325 support and education meetings.
Our Support & Education Group is more than a support group—it's a community of people who understand what you're going through and are committed to helping one another move forward.
We are not a pity party. Our goal is that you leave each meeting feeling a little more hopeful, empowered, and supported than when you arrived.
For more than 23 years, our group met in person at Ascension Macomb-Oakland Hospital in Warren, Michigan. We are grateful for our long-standing partnership with St. John Providence/Ascension. When the COVID-19 pandemic began, we transitioned to Zoom, allowing people from across the United States and beyond to join us. Since then, both our monthly meetings and annual Fibromyalgia Awareness Day event have expanded in reach and impact.
To date, more than 2,000 people have participated in our meetings, and healthcare professionals continue to refer patients to our group for trusted education, support, and resources.
Why Join?
Research shows that educated patients often experience better health outcomes. Understanding fibromyalgia and related conditions can help you make informed decisions, communicate more effectively with your healthcare team, and feel more confident in managing your health.
Living with a chronic illness can be stressful and overwhelming. Education, support, and connection can help reduce that burden and provide practical tools for navigating daily life.
Meet Your Facilitator
Meetings are led by Sharon Waldrop, NBC-HWC, Founder of the Fibromyalgia Association.
Sharon has lived with fibromyalgia for nearly 30 years and has dedicated her career to fibromyalgia education, support, and advocacy. She is a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with certifications in chronic pain management, Lifestyle Medicine, and menopause health. Sharon is also the co-host of The Fibro Show alongside Ginevra Liptan.
Participate Your Way
Whether you prefer to listen quietly, ask questions, or actively share your experiences, you are welcome here. Participate as much or as little as feels comfortable. We simply ask all members to help maintain a respectful, welcoming, and supportive environment by following our group guidelines.
You Don't Have to Face Fibromyalgia Alone
Whether you're newly diagnosed, questioning a diagnosis, or have been living with fibromyalgia for years, you'll find understanding, encouragement, and practical information here.
Together, we move forward.
Membership Benefits Include:
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Access to the latest fibromyalgia research, diagnosis, and treatment updates
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Monthly meetings with Fibromyalgia Association staff, volunteers and guest speakers
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A supportive community to share experiences, coping tips, and encouragement
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Connections with members from across the country and beyond
2026 Meetings:
Meetings take place on Zoom the second Monday of most months from 7-9 PM ET unless otherwise noted. Your first meeting is free. Membership is $20 for one year. Each month you need to register for the meeting to get the meeting's unique log in. Become a member today!
January 12 - Annual Holiday Party
February 9 - Managing Fibromyalgia
March 9 - Gentle Stretching For Fibromyalgia & Group Discussion
April 13 - Gentle Stretching For Fibromyalgia & Group Discussion
May - No Meeting Due To Fibromyalgia Awareness Day - Click Here For Details
June 8 - Special presentation featuring Mark Lumley, Ph.D., distinguished professor at Wayne State University and licensed clinical psychologist. Register now
July - Meeting date and topic to be announced
August - No meeting for summer break
September 14 - Chronic Pain Awareness Month
October 12 - Meeting topic to be announced
November 9 - Celebrating 29 Years!
December 14 - Meeting topic to be announced
Our Group Guidelines:
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Please note that promoting or selling products or services is not allowed in this group.
Our space is dedicated to support, education, and shared experiences—not sales.
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Treat each other with respect and kindness.
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What’s shared in the meeting stays in the meeting. Please respect the privacy of all participants.
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It's okay to have different opinions, as long as we share them kindly and listen with an open mind.
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Use "I" statements. Please share from your personal experience by saying things like, "This is what helped me".
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It's OK not to share. Much can be gained by just listening.
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Help us share the airtime to give everyone a chance to participate.
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No doctor or treatment bashing. What does not work well for you might be another person’s key to success. Everyone responds differently to professionals and treatments.
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Please join from a quiet space and mute yourself when you are not talking.
Got Questions?
Email is the most reliable way to reach us. If you prefer to call, please be patient as response times by phone may be delayed.
248-266-2802