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You are not alone.

If you or a loved one is affected by restless legs syndrome and are seeking a safe space to connect with others facing similar challenges, we invite you to take part in local or virtual support opportunities provided through RLS Foundation patient support programs.

 

 

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Led by our dedicated volunteers, these Foundation-affiliated Local RLS Support Groups provide the opportunity to connect with others in your local community through either in-person and/or virtual meetings.

Use the search tool below to view active groups by state and learn more about the program and upcoming activity by contacting the Group Leader listed.

If you are Interested in starting a leading a new local support group in your area, please contact our Program Coordinator, Kaleigh Maxwell, at kaleigh@rls.org.

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Connect with a Local RLS Support Contact

Additional support is available through our volunteer RLS Support Contacts, who are available to answer questions and provide personal support through conversation, rather than group meetings. Support Contacts are listed below by state but are available by phone regardless of your location.

Upcoming RLS Local Support Group Meetings

NEW DATE: 2/1/2025 Cheshire, CT RLS Support Group *In-Person* Meeting

Please join us on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1pm EST for an *in-person* support group meeting for an opportunity to find comfort, guidance and mutual support within your local RLS community.

Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 1:00pm ET
Location: Hartford Healthcare Building, 1st Floor Conference Room (280 S Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410)

To RSVP or learn more about this local group, please contact Group Leader Malcolm Ferguson at malcolm.rlsf@gmail.com.

2/7/2025 Yankton, SD RLS Support Group *In-Person* Meeting

Join us for an *in-person* group meeting Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2pm EST taking place at Sacred Heart Monastery, Rm. 215 (1005 W 8th St, Yankton, SD 57078). will feature a special webinar titled “How to Increase Happiness and Well Being” by Gary Bradt, PsyD. To RSVP or learn more about this group, please contact Group Leader Sister Phyllis at yanktonsd_supportgroup@rlsfvolunteer.org.

NEW DATE: 3/11/2025 San Diego, CA RLS Support Group *Virtual* Meeting

Please join us Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 5:30pm PST via Zoom for a virtual support group meeting. This meeting will feature a guest presentation by Dave Loskutoff, PhD and RLS Foundation Board of Directors member, on the topic 'Creating a World Without RLS Through Research.' To RSVP or learn more about this local group, please contact Lindy M., San Diego, CA RLS Support Group Leader at sandiegoca_supportgroup@rlsfvolunteer.org.

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RLS Foundation Virtual Support Group Program

This Foundation-hosted RLS support program provides an online opportunity for community support, regardless of your location with meetings scheduled weekly. All meetings are free to attend and are easily accessible using your personal device.

February Meetings Dates:

 

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Browse the RLS Online Discussion Board

Accessible online 24/7, this public forum provides a virtual space for mutual support and an opportunity to find answers and information provided by the RLS community. The Board is monitored by volunteer Discussion Board Moderators who can help connect you with the information you are seeking. Read and comment on previous discussion threads covering common topics or start your own discussion thread to get input on topics that concern you. Please note that the Discussion Board requires a separate login from this website.

Visit bb.rls.org