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North Seattle Weekly Fibro Folk Coffee Clatch is an opportunity for people with Fibromyalgia and their friends and family to come together for fellowship, coffee, lunch, or just to visit. Held each Thursday morning, 11:00 a.m., at the Little Pastry Cafe, 11740 15th NE, Seattle WA 98125. Because individuals with fibromyalgia are often chemically sensitive, we ask that you not wear fragrances (perfume, cologne, etc.) to our events. Thank you. For more information contact: Valerie Kiesel, 206-523-4958, e-mail: valkiesel@comcast.net

North Seattle Monthly Fibromyalgia Support Group Meeting Monthly meeting to share information with other Fibro folk. Held at 2 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month at Group Health Clinic Northgate, 9800 4th Ave. NE, Seattle WA 98125. PARKING is available. Because individuals with fibromyalgia are often chemically sensitive, we ask that you not wear fragrances (perfume, cologne, etc.) to our events. Thank you. For more information contact: Valerie Kiesel, 206-523-4958, e-mail: valkiesel@comcast.net

Bremerton Support Group meetings are now being held: for info call Judy Butler at 360-377-7234.

Eastside CFS/FMS Chronic Conditions Support Group meets the second Monday of every month, at Evergreen Hospital, in Kirkland WA, except for December. The meeting starts promptly at 7 p.m., but don't worry if you're late. The group meets in RedRoom 1-552, in the hospital. Parking is free. The group is governed by a Board of Directors and you can contact them at EastsideCFS@yahoo.com. If you want to be notified by e-mail or phone of their upcoming meetings, send your name, phone number, e-mail address and postal mailing address to: Eastside CFS/FMS Support Group EastsideCFS@yahoo.com This is a Fragrance Free Event – for the comfort and health of everyone attending the meeting, including those with chemical sensitivity, please don't wear any scented products, including perfume, cologne, after-shave, Tide, Bounce, etc.

Chehalis Fibro Encouragement of Lewis County Misti VanAuken 360.748.3744 x113 jadraspa@yahoo.com or Jenni Bodnar 360.748.3744 x124 jenbod@comcast.net Web Site: http://www.thorbeckes.com Purpose: To give local encouragement for fibromyalgia. We will be having guest speakers such as Local health store rep. , Dr.s in local area, Massage Therapy & Yoga etc... Our goal is to let others now your not alone & together we find the best help in our area. Each individual is encouraged to keep a journal for each meeting. Thorbecks Fitlife Center, 91 Chehalis Ave.,Chehalis WA 98532. 1st Tuesday Every Mo. 4:00PM-5:00PM

Edmonds Monthly Fibromyalgia Support Group Meeting Monthly meeting to share information with other Fibro folk. Held at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at Stevens Hospital, 21601 76th Ave., Edmonds, WA. PARKING is available. Because individuals with fibromyalgia are often chemically sensitive, we ask that you not wear fragrances (perfume, cologne, etc.) to our events. Thank you. For more information contact: Alain Rhone, 425-608-9507, tropicalcoves@hotmail.com

Enumclaw FMS Support Group meets the third Thursday of every month at Community Memorial Hospital, in Enumclaw, WA. The meeting starts at 7:00 p.m., but don't worry if you are late. The group meets in the Annex building adjacent to the hospital. If you have any questions give Community Memorial a call at (360) 825-1678. Mel Erickson can answer all of your questions. This is a Fragrance Free Event – for the comfort and health of everyone attending the meeting, including those with chemical sensitivity, please don't wear any scented products, including perfume, cologne, after-shave, Tide, Bounce, etc.

Everett Monthly Fibromyalgia Support Group Meeting Monthly meeting to share information with other Fibro folk. Held at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Pacific Medical Clinic (the old Providence Hospital), 916 Pacific Ave., Everett, WA. PARKING is available. Because individuals with fibromyalgia are often chemically sensitive, we ask that you not wear fragrances (perfume, cologne, etc.) to our events. Thank you. For more information contact: Deanne Dodge, 425-737-7215, deannedodge888@aol.com

Federal WaySupport Group meetings are now being held; for info call Jodi Johnson at 253-839-7039 or email jodibirdbrain@msn.com or Renee Wilkins at 253-862-9691
reneewilkins@msn.com. Purpose: Self-Help, Positive Attitudes, Education Oriented. Co-sponsored by St. Francis Woman's Health Breast Center, St. Francis Woman's Health Breast Center, 34503 9th Ave. So., Meeting Room/Suite: 320, Federal Way, WA 98003. Meeting Day(s): 1st 3rd Wednesday of every month, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Monthly speakers on the 1st Wed of each month. Sharing discussions, crafts fun parties. Lending Library and referrals.

Gig Harbor/Purdy CFIDS/FMS Support Group Meetings Are Held The Third Wednesday of each month from 7-9 pm at the King of Glory Lutheran Church, 6411 154th St., Purdy. Donations - $1 For information call Tom Clough 253-884-9651 tom185@centurytel.net Local speakers, legal and health.

Lake Stevens Fibromyalgia Support Group Monthly meeting to share information with other Fibro folk. Held at 6:00 pm on the 3rd Tuesday of each month Holy Cross Parish Office, 1805 - D Main St., Lake Stevens, WA 98258. PARKING is available. No cost to attend - Donations accepted. Because individuals with fibromyalgia are often chemically sensitive, we ask that you not wear fragrances (perfume, cologne, etc.) to our events. Thank you. For more information contact: Donna (425) 334-6556, Dmhesch777@aol.com

Longview Fibromyalgia Support Group of Cowlitz County Carol Mahnke 360-423-7543 mrs.carol@gmail.com We give positive and caring support to the new people who attend along with each other. We have programs to educate and to give hope to fibromyalgia attendee's. We laugh alot and have a good time. We welcome everyone. Hotel Monticello, 1405 17th, The Rose Room, Longview, WA 98632. 2nd Wednesday of each month, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. donations accepted. Programs that educate and encourage those with fibromyalgia. Question and answer sessions

Olympia Capital Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue and More Support Group Jennifer Sowers-Women (Co-Leader) 360-786-1710 jennieinwa@yahoo.com, Jack Thiessen-Men 360-507-1416 gkrebbs@comcast.net Purpose: To provide support, education, and tools to better understand the condition of pain and fatigue represented by fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome and thier emotional impact on our daily lives. Providence St. Peter Hospital, Emilie Gamalin Pavilion (Bldg 2) 410 Providence Lane, Montreal Room (2nd Floor), Olympia, WA 98506. Second and Fourth Fridays. 2:00PM-4:00PM Donations accepted not required. Activities: Visit out house bound members, social get togethers as planned, educational presentations at members homes, and field trips to name a few. Please be aware that some of our members may be sensitive to chemicals and colognes, etc. We ask that you might not wear them to our meetings.

Port Angeles Support Group meetings are now being held; for info call Jennifer Houston at 360-457-8016 or houston@olympus.net

Puyallup Fibromyalgia-Chronic Pain Support Group meetings are held each month on the second Tuesday from 1-3. Meeting Address: varies; Please email Dawn for current group location. Local Support group for those suffering from FM/chronic pain or any other associated disorder. Open topic group that addressed all aspects associated with chronic illness. For info call Dawn at 306-893-5859 or bhekadawn@yahoo.com http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/fmlifesupport/

Seattle CFIDS/FMS Monthly Support Group Meeting meets monthly (except December) on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Virginia Mason Hospital, 925 Seneca, Room 4B. Group Leader: Ed Bauer 206-772-4814, e-mail edb007@msn.com Their Website: http://www.geocities.com/seattlecfs/index.html Because individuals with fibromyalgia are often chemically sensitive, we ask that you not wear fragrances to our events. Please check their website to find out how to prepare for the Virginia Mason support group meetings.

Seattle Fibro Folks Meetup Group - part of North Seattle Fibro Folks Coffee Clatch, meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 11:00 a.m., at the Little Pastry Cafe, 11740 15th NE, Seattle WA 98125. Because individuals with these syndromes are often chemically sensitive, we ask that you not wear fragrances (perfume, cologne, etc.) to our events. Thank you. For more information contact Valerie at valkiesel@comcast.net

I have not verified the following information, but have provided it here because I found it on the web and it is about local groups:

Bellevue General Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Support Group, Overlake Medical Center, 925 116th Ave NE, Suite 160, Outpatient Rehab. Clinic, call Jodi Kirk: 425-688-5900 for days and times.

Bellingham General Fibromyalgia Support and Education Group, St. Joseph Hospital Center for Rehabilitation - South Campus, 809 E. Chestnut St., Bellingham, WA 98225; call Diana Kurth: 360-738-6120 for days and times.

Fort Lewis FMS Support Group (Available to military beneficiaries only), Madigan Army Medical Center Rheumatology Clinic, call for information: Rita Videmsek, RN, 253-968-0439.

Olympia CFIDS/FMS Support Group meetings are held the first Thursday of each month from 7:00-8:30pm at the Capital Medical Center, 3900 Capital Mall Dr. SW, Olympia, and the third Tuesday of each month from noon at the Olympia Library; for info call Donna at 360-943-1545.

Tacoma CFIDS/FMS Support Group meetings are held the second Thursday of each month from 6:30-8:30pm and the last Saturday from 3-5pm at the TACID building, 6315 S. 19th St.; for info call 253-752-8186.

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