CIDP Support Groups in the Los Angeles Area: Locations, Schedules, and Contact Information

Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a rare autoimmune neuropathy (~1–2 per 100,000) causing progressive or relapsing symmetric weakness, sensory loss, and fatigue. Peer support improves coping, treatment adherence, and access to current information.

Los Angeles‑Area Support Groups (Verify Before Attending)

Group	Location	Meeting Time	Contact
CIDP Support Group Los Angeles	Northridge Hospital, 18300 Roscoe Blvd, Northridge, CA 91328	1st Tuesday monthly, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM	Julie M. (818) 886‑8337
Chronic Conditions Health & Wellness Support Group	Santa Monica‑UCLA Medical Center, 2125 Santa Monica Blvd, Room 100, Santa Monica, CA 90404	2nd Tuesday monthly, 6:00 – 8:00 PM	(310) 499‑7373
Neurological Disability Association	1051 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015	2nd Wednesday monthly, 7:00 – 9:00 PM	(310) 556‑2500

Additional Resources

• CIDP Foundation International: (800) 653‑4363 | cidpusa.org/support-groups — searchable national directory, virtual groups, educational webinars.
• GBS/CIDP Foundation International (same org) — patient advocacy, research funding, specialist directory.
• Virtual options: Zoom meetings listed on foundation site; useful for mobility‑limited patients.

Always confirm meeting details directly, as schedules/locations change. Newly diagnosed patients benefit from attending 2–3 different groups to find the best fit.