PeerGalaxy Original Calendar
Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 336,800+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities! Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines. Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.
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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting
At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next, Bundled “All Day” Events
Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling. Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events
So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.
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National Wellness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
National Wellness Month is a month-long observance founded in 2018 to promote sustainable self-care and stress-management habits through workplace and community wellness content. Health Net, CMHA British Columbia, East London NHS Foundation Trust, EHN Canada, Beyond Blue, and TED are contributing live wellness webinars, recorded webinar libraries, and on-demand talks covering financial wellness, resilience, sleep, and stress reduction.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian national mental health and wellbeing organization providing information, tools, and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention; it partners with the Sleep Health Foundation on public education about the sleep-mental health connection.
On-Demand Resources
How to Sleep Well and Improve Mental Health: A Beyond Blue Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Approx. 45-60 minutes
A panel webinar, hosted during Sleep Health Foundation’s Sleep Health Week, covering the science of sleep, its link to mental health, and evidence-based strategies for better sleep, featuring physician Dr. Norman Swan and Sleep Health Foundation CEO Moira Junge. The recording remains publicly available on the Sleep Health Foundation’s website.
CMHA British Columbia
CMHA British Columbia is the provincial division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, delivering mental health programs, crisis response, and workplace training and wellness resources across British Columbia.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Rethinking Resilience: Lived Experience, Systems, and Practical Ways to Cope
A reflective, practical session exploring how resilience is shaped by lived experience, workplace systems, and available supports, presented by Ottawa-based speaker Alina Avram.
Time: Tue, 12:00-1:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (repeat session)
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register (Aug 18 session) · CMHA BC Events Calendar (Aug 25 session)
East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers NHS mental health and community services across East London and Bedfordshire; its Bedfordshire Talking Therapies service offers free self-management support for common mental health difficulties.
On-Demand Resources
Wellbeing Webinar Library
Type: Video (pre-recorded, YouTube)
Duration: 16 videos, approximately 30 minutes each
A library of pre-recorded webinars teaching practical techniques for panic, sleep, burnout, loneliness, and other common wellbeing concerns, viewable anytime.
Access: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies/wellbeing-webinars
EHN Canada
EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network) operates a network of private addiction and mental health treatment centres across Canada and provides free public education through recorded webinars on mental health, trauma, and recovery.
On-Demand Resources
EHN Canada Webinar Library
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Ongoing monthly library, approximately 1 hour per session
Monthly educational webinars led by clinicians and specialists covering mental health, trauma, and addiction-recovery topics, archived for on-demand viewing.
Access: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/resources/webinars/
Health Net
Health Net, a Centene Corporation subsidiary serving members in California, Oregon, and Washington, offers a free monthly Wellness Webinar Series open to members and the public on topics spanning nutrition, financial wellness, and stress management.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Money Matters – Making the Most of What You Have
A live wellness webinar sharing tips for saving money, negotiating pay, and improving one’s relationship with money.
Time: Wed, 12:00-12:45 PM, PST
Date(s): Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register
On-Demand Resources
Move Outside, Feel Alive
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 45:54
A recorded July 2026 wellness webinar on how movement and time outdoors can boost energy, mood, and overall wellbeing, with a companion PDF guide.
Access: https://www.healthnet.com/content/healthnet/en_us/health-and-wellness/events.html
TED
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks from experts across science, health, and culture, including a growing library on stress, self-care, and wellbeing.
On-Demand Resources
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 14:15
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal reframes stress as a potential positive force and introduces a simple, evidence-based way to reduce its harmful effects.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
Self Care: What It Really Is
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 9:59
Susannah Winters unpacks common myths about self-care and reframes it as a sustainable daily practice rather than an occasional indulgence.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/susannah_winters_self_care_what_it_really_is
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Free, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Awareness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month takes place each August to build understanding of this progressive neuromuscular disease and to spotlight the research, treatment, and community support available to people living with SMA and their families.
Cure SMA, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK, SMA Australia, Cleveland Clinic, Practical Neurology, and Squirmy and Grubs are sharing free virtual social events, expert-led webinars, podcasts, and video resources throughout the month.
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center providing patient care, research, and education across many specialties, including neurology. Its Neuro Pathways podcast features Cleveland Clinic physicians discussing current research and treatment advances in neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Progress Continues Against a Grave Neuromuscular Disorder
Type: Podcast (Neuro Pathways)
Duration: 28 minutes
Cleveland Clinic pediatric neurologist Dr. Alexandra Bonner discusses SMA genetics, subtypes, newborn screening policy, and current and emerging treatment options.
Cure SMA
Cure SMA is a U.S. nonprofit founded in 1996 whose mission is to drive research for treatments and a cure for spinal muscular atrophy and to support and empower everyone affected by SMA. The organization funds SMA research and provides community, educational, and advocacy programs for patients and families nationwide.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Awareness Month Candle Lighting
A decentralized, community-led commemoration in which people affected by SMA light candles at local sunset and share photos on social media using #SMAawarenessmonth; commemorative candles are available through the Cure SMA Shop.
Time: At local sunset (participation is decentralized; no single fixed PST start time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 8, 2026
Format: Virtual (community participation via social media)
Platform: Social Media — @CureSMA — Awareness Month Hub
On-Demand Resources
Adaptive Recreation Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, in which community members share firsthand experiences with adaptive recreation.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV3U89uU6-c
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Virtual Resource Fair
Type: Recorded Resource Fair & Panel Discussion
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA resource fair and panel discussion, sponsored by Novartis, showcasing adaptive sports and recreation programs available to the SMA community.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVOrSiYmpSk
Adaptive Sports Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, featuring community members discussing their participation in adaptive sports.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOrZPRhiBj0
Going Away to College Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Panel Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Scholar Rock, on preparing for and navigating the transition to college with SMA.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLbjzuq5mRs
“Lift Me Up” — SMA Awareness Month Theme Song
Type: Music Video
Duration: 4 minutes
The official SMA Awareness Month theme song, performed by Lachi, Gaelynn Lea, April Rose, and James Ian (an adult living with SMA), released through RAMPD Records.
Access: https://youtu.be/zmr4H9NpTKk
SMA Podcast Recommendations Playlist
Type: Curated Podcast Playlist
Duration: Ongoing curated collection
A Cure SMA–curated Spotify playlist of community-recommended podcasts covering SMA and disability topics.
Access: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7GQyrfGwgtDxtvFGs4G7xc
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the leading U.S. nonprofit for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and more than 300 other neuromuscular conditions, including SMA. For 75 years, MDA has funded research, provided clinical care, and offered community education and support for the neuromuscular disease community.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Spotlight On: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
An MDA Virtual Learning webinar offering community education on current SMA research, treatment, and care.
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom Webinar — Register · Event Page
Practical Neurology
Practical Neurology is an open-access, peer-reviewed publication launched in 2002 to provide neurology professionals with practical reviews of research and treatment advances. Its podcast series, Amplifying the Patient Journey, explores patient perspectives on living with neurological conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Genetic Testing, Therapy, and More
Type: Podcast (Amplifying the Patient Journey)
Duration: 36 minutes
Andrew Cherico and Dr. John W. Day of Stanford University discuss genetic testing, therapy options, and the patient experience of living with SMA.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplifying-the-patient-journey/id1716363809
SMA Australia (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Australia Inc.)
SMA Australia has supported patients, families, and communities affected by spinal muscular atrophy for over 20 years with best-practice care information and resources. The organization provides screening, treatment, and living-with-SMA guidance for children, teens, and adults.
On-Demand Resources
SMA Australia Podcast
Type: Podcast Series
Duration: 46 minutes per episode (published episode count not available; per-episode duration applied)
An ongoing audio series covering life with SMA, community stories, and resources from the Australian SMA community.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sma-australia/id1465534907
Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK (SMA UK)
SMA UK is a UK charity committed to ensuring everyone affected by spinal muscular atrophy has access to the best care, support, and treatment. The organization runs community programs, grants, and health information services for SMA families across the UK.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Social: Cards Against Humanity (Online)
A biweekly virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA, hosted by SMA UK community members.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 15, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
SMA Social: Virtual Pub Night
A virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA to connect over shared pub games and conversation.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 29, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
On-Demand Resources
Zolgensma Treatment Updates
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour (runtime not published)
SMA UK health professionals Elizabeth Wraige, Jennie Sheehan, and Laurent Servais discuss the UK Zolgensma programme and related treatment updates.
Access: https://smauk.org.uk/treatment-updates-health-profs
Squirmy and Grubs
Squirmy and Grubs is the YouTube channel and platform of Shane Burcaw, who lives with SMA, and his wife Hannah Aylward, reaching more than 800,000 subscribers. Their videos combine humor and education to build public understanding of disability, ableism, and life with SMA.
On-Demand Resources
Squirmy and Grubs — YouTube Channel
Type: Video Series
Duration: 45 minutes per video (channel-wide video count not published; per-video duration applied)
An ongoing vlog and video series documenting daily life, an “inter-abled” relationship, and disability advocacy from the creators’ perspective.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/@SquirmyandGrubs/videos
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Online Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group (Facebook)
Private Facebook community with 15,000+ members providing 24/7 support.
When: Ongoing 24/7 | Cost: FREE
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
Seniors At Home – Caregiver Support Groups
Weekly virtual peer support groups (JFCS).
When: Mondays 8:15-9:45 PM PT · Thursdays lunchtime | Cost: FREE
Register: https://seniorsathome.jfcs.org/series/caregiver-support-group/
Contact: [email protected]
Alzheimer’s Association Monthly Caregiver Support Group
Monthly support groups, second Wednesday of each month.
When: Feb 11, Mar 11 | Cost: FREE
Zoom: https://alz-org.zoom.us/j/92681159179 · Phone: 312-626-6799 · ID: 926 8115 9179
Register: 800-272-3900 | Contact: https://www.alz.org/orswwa
VITAS Grief Support Groups
Weekly groups for parents, LGBTQ+, Spanish-speakers, and men.
When: Parents: Mon 12 PM PT | LGBTQ+: Tue 3:30 PM PT | Spanish: Wed 5 PM PT | Men: 1st/3rd Fri 10 AM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-582-9533
Register: VITAS Grief Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Support Groups
Weekly telephone groups for caregivers and spouses/partners.
When: General: Tue 4-5 PM PT | Spouses: Mon 4-5 PM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: 866-232-8484 · https://alzfdn.org
HopeHealth Caregiver Support Groups
Twice monthly virtual support groups.
When: 2nd & 4th Wed 9-10:30 AM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: (401) 415-4664 · [email protected]
Family Caregiver Alliance Support Groups
Groups for African American, LGBTQ, and young adult caregivers.
When: African American: Tue 4 PM PT | LGBTQ: 3rd Wed 4 PM PT | Young Adult: 1st/3rd Thu 6 PM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106 · https://www.caregiver.org
COPSA/Care2Caregivers Support Groups
Multiple virtual groups for caregivers of individuals with memory issues.
When: Various schedules | Cost: FREE
Contact: 800-424-2494 · [email protected]
24/7 ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Family Caregiver Alliance – Online Support Groups
24/7 email-based groups for general caregivers and LGBTQ+ caregivers.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106
Register: https://www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/support-groups/
Senior Planet Caregivers Assemble Community
Free online platform for caregivers to connect 24/7.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 888-713-3495
Register: https://seniorplanet.org/caregiving-for-caregivers/
HELPLINES & RESOURCES
Caregiver Action Network – National Help Desk
When: M-F 8 AM-7 PM ET | Cost: FREE
Contact: (855) 227-3640 · https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/
MyElderSource Virtual Caregiver Support
Virtual caregiver support group sessions. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (904) 391-6647 · [email protected]
Multnomah County Family Caregiver Support Program
Free trainings, support groups, Memory Café. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (503) 988-8210 · [email protected]
Additional Resources
Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/event-search?category=Support+Groups&format=Virtual
AARP Caregiving: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support, wellness, and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group
Private Facebook community providing 24/7 peer support and connection for family caregivers. Over 15,000 members sharing experiences, resources, and strategies for caring for loved ones.
When: Ongoing 24/7 access | Cost: FREE
Format: Online Facebook community | Who: Family caregivers of all types
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
About This Community:
The AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group is a private, supportive Facebook community for anyone providing care to a family member or loved one. Whether you’re caring for aging parents, a spouse with chronic illness, or other family members, this community offers 24/7 access to peer support from others who understand the caregiving journey.
What Members Share:
- Practical caregiving tips and strategies
- Emotional support and encouragement
- Resources and recommendations
- Personal experiences and solutions
- Questions and answers from fellow caregivers
- Information about community resources
Who Should Join:
This community welcomes all family caregivers, including those caring for individuals with:
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Chronic illnesses
- Disabilities
- Age-related conditions
- Recovery from surgery or illness
- Any other caregiving situations
How to Join:
Visit https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ to learn more about AARP’s caregiving resources and find the link to request to join the Facebook community. The group is private, so you’ll need to request membership.
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. Online communities are not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
National Wellness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
National Wellness Month is a month-long observance founded in 2018 to promote sustainable self-care and stress-management habits through workplace and community wellness content. Health Net, CMHA British Columbia, East London NHS Foundation Trust, EHN Canada, Beyond Blue, and TED are contributing live wellness webinars, recorded webinar libraries, and on-demand talks covering financial wellness, resilience, sleep, and stress reduction.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian national mental health and wellbeing organization providing information, tools, and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention; it partners with the Sleep Health Foundation on public education about the sleep-mental health connection.
On-Demand Resources
How to Sleep Well and Improve Mental Health: A Beyond Blue Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Approx. 45-60 minutes
A panel webinar, hosted during Sleep Health Foundation’s Sleep Health Week, covering the science of sleep, its link to mental health, and evidence-based strategies for better sleep, featuring physician Dr. Norman Swan and Sleep Health Foundation CEO Moira Junge. The recording remains publicly available on the Sleep Health Foundation’s website.
CMHA British Columbia
CMHA British Columbia is the provincial division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, delivering mental health programs, crisis response, and workplace training and wellness resources across British Columbia.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Rethinking Resilience: Lived Experience, Systems, and Practical Ways to Cope
A reflective, practical session exploring how resilience is shaped by lived experience, workplace systems, and available supports, presented by Ottawa-based speaker Alina Avram.
Time: Tue, 12:00-1:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (repeat session)
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register (Aug 18 session) · CMHA BC Events Calendar (Aug 25 session)
East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers NHS mental health and community services across East London and Bedfordshire; its Bedfordshire Talking Therapies service offers free self-management support for common mental health difficulties.
On-Demand Resources
Wellbeing Webinar Library
Type: Video (pre-recorded, YouTube)
Duration: 16 videos, approximately 30 minutes each
A library of pre-recorded webinars teaching practical techniques for panic, sleep, burnout, loneliness, and other common wellbeing concerns, viewable anytime.
Access: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies/wellbeing-webinars
EHN Canada
EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network) operates a network of private addiction and mental health treatment centres across Canada and provides free public education through recorded webinars on mental health, trauma, and recovery.
On-Demand Resources
EHN Canada Webinar Library
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Ongoing monthly library, approximately 1 hour per session
Monthly educational webinars led by clinicians and specialists covering mental health, trauma, and addiction-recovery topics, archived for on-demand viewing.
Access: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/resources/webinars/
Health Net
Health Net, a Centene Corporation subsidiary serving members in California, Oregon, and Washington, offers a free monthly Wellness Webinar Series open to members and the public on topics spanning nutrition, financial wellness, and stress management.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Money Matters – Making the Most of What You Have
A live wellness webinar sharing tips for saving money, negotiating pay, and improving one’s relationship with money.
Time: Wed, 12:00-12:45 PM, PST
Date(s): Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register
On-Demand Resources
Move Outside, Feel Alive
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 45:54
A recorded July 2026 wellness webinar on how movement and time outdoors can boost energy, mood, and overall wellbeing, with a companion PDF guide.
Access: https://www.healthnet.com/content/healthnet/en_us/health-and-wellness/events.html
TED
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks from experts across science, health, and culture, including a growing library on stress, self-care, and wellbeing.
On-Demand Resources
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 14:15
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal reframes stress as a potential positive force and introduces a simple, evidence-based way to reduce its harmful effects.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
Self Care: What It Really Is
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 9:59
Susannah Winters unpacks common myths about self-care and reframes it as a sustainable daily practice rather than an occasional indulgence.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/susannah_winters_self_care_what_it_really_is
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Free, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Awareness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month takes place each August to build understanding of this progressive neuromuscular disease and to spotlight the research, treatment, and community support available to people living with SMA and their families.
Cure SMA, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK, SMA Australia, Cleveland Clinic, Practical Neurology, and Squirmy and Grubs are sharing free virtual social events, expert-led webinars, podcasts, and video resources throughout the month.
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center providing patient care, research, and education across many specialties, including neurology. Its Neuro Pathways podcast features Cleveland Clinic physicians discussing current research and treatment advances in neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Progress Continues Against a Grave Neuromuscular Disorder
Type: Podcast (Neuro Pathways)
Duration: 28 minutes
Cleveland Clinic pediatric neurologist Dr. Alexandra Bonner discusses SMA genetics, subtypes, newborn screening policy, and current and emerging treatment options.
Cure SMA
Cure SMA is a U.S. nonprofit founded in 1996 whose mission is to drive research for treatments and a cure for spinal muscular atrophy and to support and empower everyone affected by SMA. The organization funds SMA research and provides community, educational, and advocacy programs for patients and families nationwide.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Awareness Month Candle Lighting
A decentralized, community-led commemoration in which people affected by SMA light candles at local sunset and share photos on social media using #SMAawarenessmonth; commemorative candles are available through the Cure SMA Shop.
Time: At local sunset (participation is decentralized; no single fixed PST start time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 8, 2026
Format: Virtual (community participation via social media)
Platform: Social Media — @CureSMA — Awareness Month Hub
On-Demand Resources
Adaptive Recreation Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, in which community members share firsthand experiences with adaptive recreation.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV3U89uU6-c
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Virtual Resource Fair
Type: Recorded Resource Fair & Panel Discussion
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA resource fair and panel discussion, sponsored by Novartis, showcasing adaptive sports and recreation programs available to the SMA community.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVOrSiYmpSk
Adaptive Sports Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, featuring community members discussing their participation in adaptive sports.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOrZPRhiBj0
Going Away to College Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Panel Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Scholar Rock, on preparing for and navigating the transition to college with SMA.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLbjzuq5mRs
“Lift Me Up” — SMA Awareness Month Theme Song
Type: Music Video
Duration: 4 minutes
The official SMA Awareness Month theme song, performed by Lachi, Gaelynn Lea, April Rose, and James Ian (an adult living with SMA), released through RAMPD Records.
Access: https://youtu.be/zmr4H9NpTKk
SMA Podcast Recommendations Playlist
Type: Curated Podcast Playlist
Duration: Ongoing curated collection
A Cure SMA–curated Spotify playlist of community-recommended podcasts covering SMA and disability topics.
Access: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7GQyrfGwgtDxtvFGs4G7xc
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the leading U.S. nonprofit for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and more than 300 other neuromuscular conditions, including SMA. For 75 years, MDA has funded research, provided clinical care, and offered community education and support for the neuromuscular disease community.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Spotlight On: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
An MDA Virtual Learning webinar offering community education on current SMA research, treatment, and care.
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom Webinar — Register · Event Page
Practical Neurology
Practical Neurology is an open-access, peer-reviewed publication launched in 2002 to provide neurology professionals with practical reviews of research and treatment advances. Its podcast series, Amplifying the Patient Journey, explores patient perspectives on living with neurological conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Genetic Testing, Therapy, and More
Type: Podcast (Amplifying the Patient Journey)
Duration: 36 minutes
Andrew Cherico and Dr. John W. Day of Stanford University discuss genetic testing, therapy options, and the patient experience of living with SMA.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplifying-the-patient-journey/id1716363809
SMA Australia (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Australia Inc.)
SMA Australia has supported patients, families, and communities affected by spinal muscular atrophy for over 20 years with best-practice care information and resources. The organization provides screening, treatment, and living-with-SMA guidance for children, teens, and adults.
On-Demand Resources
SMA Australia Podcast
Type: Podcast Series
Duration: 46 minutes per episode (published episode count not available; per-episode duration applied)
An ongoing audio series covering life with SMA, community stories, and resources from the Australian SMA community.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sma-australia/id1465534907
Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK (SMA UK)
SMA UK is a UK charity committed to ensuring everyone affected by spinal muscular atrophy has access to the best care, support, and treatment. The organization runs community programs, grants, and health information services for SMA families across the UK.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Social: Cards Against Humanity (Online)
A biweekly virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA, hosted by SMA UK community members.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 15, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
SMA Social: Virtual Pub Night
A virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA to connect over shared pub games and conversation.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 29, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
On-Demand Resources
Zolgensma Treatment Updates
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour (runtime not published)
SMA UK health professionals Elizabeth Wraige, Jennie Sheehan, and Laurent Servais discuss the UK Zolgensma programme and related treatment updates.
Access: https://smauk.org.uk/treatment-updates-health-profs
Squirmy and Grubs
Squirmy and Grubs is the YouTube channel and platform of Shane Burcaw, who lives with SMA, and his wife Hannah Aylward, reaching more than 800,000 subscribers. Their videos combine humor and education to build public understanding of disability, ableism, and life with SMA.
On-Demand Resources
Squirmy and Grubs — YouTube Channel
Type: Video Series
Duration: 45 minutes per video (channel-wide video count not published; per-video duration applied)
An ongoing vlog and video series documenting daily life, an “inter-abled” relationship, and disability advocacy from the creators’ perspective.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/@SquirmyandGrubs/videos
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Online Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group (Facebook)
Private Facebook community with 15,000+ members providing 24/7 support.
When: Ongoing 24/7 | Cost: FREE
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
Seniors At Home – Caregiver Support Groups
Weekly virtual peer support groups (JFCS).
When: Mondays 8:15-9:45 PM PT · Thursdays lunchtime | Cost: FREE
Register: https://seniorsathome.jfcs.org/series/caregiver-support-group/
Contact: [email protected]
Alzheimer’s Association Monthly Caregiver Support Group
Monthly support groups, second Wednesday of each month.
When: Feb 11, Mar 11 | Cost: FREE
Zoom: https://alz-org.zoom.us/j/92681159179 · Phone: 312-626-6799 · ID: 926 8115 9179
Register: 800-272-3900 | Contact: https://www.alz.org/orswwa
VITAS Grief Support Groups
Weekly groups for parents, LGBTQ+, Spanish-speakers, and men.
When: Parents: Mon 12 PM PT | LGBTQ+: Tue 3:30 PM PT | Spanish: Wed 5 PM PT | Men: 1st/3rd Fri 10 AM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-582-9533
Register: VITAS Grief Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Support Groups
Weekly telephone groups for caregivers and spouses/partners.
When: General: Tue 4-5 PM PT | Spouses: Mon 4-5 PM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: 866-232-8484 · https://alzfdn.org
HopeHealth Caregiver Support Groups
Twice monthly virtual support groups.
When: 2nd & 4th Wed 9-10:30 AM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: (401) 415-4664 · [email protected]
Family Caregiver Alliance Support Groups
Groups for African American, LGBTQ, and young adult caregivers.
When: African American: Tue 4 PM PT | LGBTQ: 3rd Wed 4 PM PT | Young Adult: 1st/3rd Thu 6 PM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106 · https://www.caregiver.org
COPSA/Care2Caregivers Support Groups
Multiple virtual groups for caregivers of individuals with memory issues.
When: Various schedules | Cost: FREE
Contact: 800-424-2494 · [email protected]
24/7 ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Family Caregiver Alliance – Online Support Groups
24/7 email-based groups for general caregivers and LGBTQ+ caregivers.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106
Register: https://www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/support-groups/
Senior Planet Caregivers Assemble Community
Free online platform for caregivers to connect 24/7.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 888-713-3495
Register: https://seniorplanet.org/caregiving-for-caregivers/
HELPLINES & RESOURCES
Caregiver Action Network – National Help Desk
When: M-F 8 AM-7 PM ET | Cost: FREE
Contact: (855) 227-3640 · https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/
MyElderSource Virtual Caregiver Support
Virtual caregiver support group sessions. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (904) 391-6647 · [email protected]
Multnomah County Family Caregiver Support Program
Free trainings, support groups, Memory Café. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (503) 988-8210 · [email protected]
Additional Resources
Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/event-search?category=Support+Groups&format=Virtual
AARP Caregiving: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support, wellness, and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group
Private Facebook community providing 24/7 peer support and connection for family caregivers. Over 15,000 members sharing experiences, resources, and strategies for caring for loved ones.
When: Ongoing 24/7 access | Cost: FREE
Format: Online Facebook community | Who: Family caregivers of all types
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
About This Community:
The AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group is a private, supportive Facebook community for anyone providing care to a family member or loved one. Whether you’re caring for aging parents, a spouse with chronic illness, or other family members, this community offers 24/7 access to peer support from others who understand the caregiving journey.
What Members Share:
- Practical caregiving tips and strategies
- Emotional support and encouragement
- Resources and recommendations
- Personal experiences and solutions
- Questions and answers from fellow caregivers
- Information about community resources
Who Should Join:
This community welcomes all family caregivers, including those caring for individuals with:
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Chronic illnesses
- Disabilities
- Age-related conditions
- Recovery from surgery or illness
- Any other caregiving situations
How to Join:
Visit https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ to learn more about AARP’s caregiving resources and find the link to request to join the Facebook community. The group is private, so you’ll need to request membership.
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. Online communities are not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
National Wellness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
National Wellness Month is a month-long observance founded in 2018 to promote sustainable self-care and stress-management habits through workplace and community wellness content. Health Net, CMHA British Columbia, East London NHS Foundation Trust, EHN Canada, Beyond Blue, and TED are contributing live wellness webinars, recorded webinar libraries, and on-demand talks covering financial wellness, resilience, sleep, and stress reduction.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian national mental health and wellbeing organization providing information, tools, and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention; it partners with the Sleep Health Foundation on public education about the sleep-mental health connection.
On-Demand Resources
How to Sleep Well and Improve Mental Health: A Beyond Blue Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Approx. 45-60 minutes
A panel webinar, hosted during Sleep Health Foundation’s Sleep Health Week, covering the science of sleep, its link to mental health, and evidence-based strategies for better sleep, featuring physician Dr. Norman Swan and Sleep Health Foundation CEO Moira Junge. The recording remains publicly available on the Sleep Health Foundation’s website.
CMHA British Columbia
CMHA British Columbia is the provincial division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, delivering mental health programs, crisis response, and workplace training and wellness resources across British Columbia.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Rethinking Resilience: Lived Experience, Systems, and Practical Ways to Cope
A reflective, practical session exploring how resilience is shaped by lived experience, workplace systems, and available supports, presented by Ottawa-based speaker Alina Avram.
Time: Tue, 12:00-1:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (repeat session)
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register (Aug 18 session) · CMHA BC Events Calendar (Aug 25 session)
East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers NHS mental health and community services across East London and Bedfordshire; its Bedfordshire Talking Therapies service offers free self-management support for common mental health difficulties.
On-Demand Resources
Wellbeing Webinar Library
Type: Video (pre-recorded, YouTube)
Duration: 16 videos, approximately 30 minutes each
A library of pre-recorded webinars teaching practical techniques for panic, sleep, burnout, loneliness, and other common wellbeing concerns, viewable anytime.
Access: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies/wellbeing-webinars
EHN Canada
EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network) operates a network of private addiction and mental health treatment centres across Canada and provides free public education through recorded webinars on mental health, trauma, and recovery.
On-Demand Resources
EHN Canada Webinar Library
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Ongoing monthly library, approximately 1 hour per session
Monthly educational webinars led by clinicians and specialists covering mental health, trauma, and addiction-recovery topics, archived for on-demand viewing.
Access: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/resources/webinars/
Health Net
Health Net, a Centene Corporation subsidiary serving members in California, Oregon, and Washington, offers a free monthly Wellness Webinar Series open to members and the public on topics spanning nutrition, financial wellness, and stress management.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Money Matters – Making the Most of What You Have
A live wellness webinar sharing tips for saving money, negotiating pay, and improving one’s relationship with money.
Time: Wed, 12:00-12:45 PM, PST
Date(s): Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register
On-Demand Resources
Move Outside, Feel Alive
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 45:54
A recorded July 2026 wellness webinar on how movement and time outdoors can boost energy, mood, and overall wellbeing, with a companion PDF guide.
Access: https://www.healthnet.com/content/healthnet/en_us/health-and-wellness/events.html
TED
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks from experts across science, health, and culture, including a growing library on stress, self-care, and wellbeing.
On-Demand Resources
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 14:15
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal reframes stress as a potential positive force and introduces a simple, evidence-based way to reduce its harmful effects.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
Self Care: What It Really Is
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 9:59
Susannah Winters unpacks common myths about self-care and reframes it as a sustainable daily practice rather than an occasional indulgence.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/susannah_winters_self_care_what_it_really_is
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Free, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Awareness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month takes place each August to build understanding of this progressive neuromuscular disease and to spotlight the research, treatment, and community support available to people living with SMA and their families.
Cure SMA, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK, SMA Australia, Cleveland Clinic, Practical Neurology, and Squirmy and Grubs are sharing free virtual social events, expert-led webinars, podcasts, and video resources throughout the month.
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center providing patient care, research, and education across many specialties, including neurology. Its Neuro Pathways podcast features Cleveland Clinic physicians discussing current research and treatment advances in neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Progress Continues Against a Grave Neuromuscular Disorder
Type: Podcast (Neuro Pathways)
Duration: 28 minutes
Cleveland Clinic pediatric neurologist Dr. Alexandra Bonner discusses SMA genetics, subtypes, newborn screening policy, and current and emerging treatment options.
Cure SMA
Cure SMA is a U.S. nonprofit founded in 1996 whose mission is to drive research for treatments and a cure for spinal muscular atrophy and to support and empower everyone affected by SMA. The organization funds SMA research and provides community, educational, and advocacy programs for patients and families nationwide.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Awareness Month Candle Lighting
A decentralized, community-led commemoration in which people affected by SMA light candles at local sunset and share photos on social media using #SMAawarenessmonth; commemorative candles are available through the Cure SMA Shop.
Time: At local sunset (participation is decentralized; no single fixed PST start time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 8, 2026
Format: Virtual (community participation via social media)
Platform: Social Media — @CureSMA — Awareness Month Hub
On-Demand Resources
Adaptive Recreation Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, in which community members share firsthand experiences with adaptive recreation.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV3U89uU6-c
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Virtual Resource Fair
Type: Recorded Resource Fair & Panel Discussion
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA resource fair and panel discussion, sponsored by Novartis, showcasing adaptive sports and recreation programs available to the SMA community.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVOrSiYmpSk
Adaptive Sports Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, featuring community members discussing their participation in adaptive sports.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOrZPRhiBj0
Going Away to College Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Panel Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Scholar Rock, on preparing for and navigating the transition to college with SMA.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLbjzuq5mRs
“Lift Me Up” — SMA Awareness Month Theme Song
Type: Music Video
Duration: 4 minutes
The official SMA Awareness Month theme song, performed by Lachi, Gaelynn Lea, April Rose, and James Ian (an adult living with SMA), released through RAMPD Records.
Access: https://youtu.be/zmr4H9NpTKk
SMA Podcast Recommendations Playlist
Type: Curated Podcast Playlist
Duration: Ongoing curated collection
A Cure SMA–curated Spotify playlist of community-recommended podcasts covering SMA and disability topics.
Access: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7GQyrfGwgtDxtvFGs4G7xc
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the leading U.S. nonprofit for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and more than 300 other neuromuscular conditions, including SMA. For 75 years, MDA has funded research, provided clinical care, and offered community education and support for the neuromuscular disease community.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Spotlight On: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
An MDA Virtual Learning webinar offering community education on current SMA research, treatment, and care.
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom Webinar — Register · Event Page
Practical Neurology
Practical Neurology is an open-access, peer-reviewed publication launched in 2002 to provide neurology professionals with practical reviews of research and treatment advances. Its podcast series, Amplifying the Patient Journey, explores patient perspectives on living with neurological conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Genetic Testing, Therapy, and More
Type: Podcast (Amplifying the Patient Journey)
Duration: 36 minutes
Andrew Cherico and Dr. John W. Day of Stanford University discuss genetic testing, therapy options, and the patient experience of living with SMA.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplifying-the-patient-journey/id1716363809
SMA Australia (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Australia Inc.)
SMA Australia has supported patients, families, and communities affected by spinal muscular atrophy for over 20 years with best-practice care information and resources. The organization provides screening, treatment, and living-with-SMA guidance for children, teens, and adults.
On-Demand Resources
SMA Australia Podcast
Type: Podcast Series
Duration: 46 minutes per episode (published episode count not available; per-episode duration applied)
An ongoing audio series covering life with SMA, community stories, and resources from the Australian SMA community.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sma-australia/id1465534907
Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK (SMA UK)
SMA UK is a UK charity committed to ensuring everyone affected by spinal muscular atrophy has access to the best care, support, and treatment. The organization runs community programs, grants, and health information services for SMA families across the UK.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Social: Cards Against Humanity (Online)
A biweekly virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA, hosted by SMA UK community members.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 15, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
SMA Social: Virtual Pub Night
A virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA to connect over shared pub games and conversation.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 29, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
On-Demand Resources
Zolgensma Treatment Updates
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour (runtime not published)
SMA UK health professionals Elizabeth Wraige, Jennie Sheehan, and Laurent Servais discuss the UK Zolgensma programme and related treatment updates.
Access: https://smauk.org.uk/treatment-updates-health-profs
Squirmy and Grubs
Squirmy and Grubs is the YouTube channel and platform of Shane Burcaw, who lives with SMA, and his wife Hannah Aylward, reaching more than 800,000 subscribers. Their videos combine humor and education to build public understanding of disability, ableism, and life with SMA.
On-Demand Resources
Squirmy and Grubs — YouTube Channel
Type: Video Series
Duration: 45 minutes per video (channel-wide video count not published; per-video duration applied)
An ongoing vlog and video series documenting daily life, an “inter-abled” relationship, and disability advocacy from the creators’ perspective.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/@SquirmyandGrubs/videos
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Online Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group (Facebook)
Private Facebook community with 15,000+ members providing 24/7 support.
When: Ongoing 24/7 | Cost: FREE
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
Seniors At Home – Caregiver Support Groups
Weekly virtual peer support groups (JFCS).
When: Mondays 8:15-9:45 PM PT · Thursdays lunchtime | Cost: FREE
Register: https://seniorsathome.jfcs.org/series/caregiver-support-group/
Contact: [email protected]
Alzheimer’s Association Monthly Caregiver Support Group
Monthly support groups, second Wednesday of each month.
When: Feb 11, Mar 11 | Cost: FREE
Zoom: https://alz-org.zoom.us/j/92681159179 · Phone: 312-626-6799 · ID: 926 8115 9179
Register: 800-272-3900 | Contact: https://www.alz.org/orswwa
VITAS Grief Support Groups
Weekly groups for parents, LGBTQ+, Spanish-speakers, and men.
When: Parents: Mon 12 PM PT | LGBTQ+: Tue 3:30 PM PT | Spanish: Wed 5 PM PT | Men: 1st/3rd Fri 10 AM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-582-9533
Register: VITAS Grief Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Support Groups
Weekly telephone groups for caregivers and spouses/partners.
When: General: Tue 4-5 PM PT | Spouses: Mon 4-5 PM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: 866-232-8484 · https://alzfdn.org
HopeHealth Caregiver Support Groups
Twice monthly virtual support groups.
When: 2nd & 4th Wed 9-10:30 AM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: (401) 415-4664 · [email protected]
Family Caregiver Alliance Support Groups
Groups for African American, LGBTQ, and young adult caregivers.
When: African American: Tue 4 PM PT | LGBTQ: 3rd Wed 4 PM PT | Young Adult: 1st/3rd Thu 6 PM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106 · https://www.caregiver.org
COPSA/Care2Caregivers Support Groups
Multiple virtual groups for caregivers of individuals with memory issues.
When: Various schedules | Cost: FREE
Contact: 800-424-2494 · [email protected]
24/7 ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Family Caregiver Alliance – Online Support Groups
24/7 email-based groups for general caregivers and LGBTQ+ caregivers.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106
Register: https://www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/support-groups/
Senior Planet Caregivers Assemble Community
Free online platform for caregivers to connect 24/7.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 888-713-3495
Register: https://seniorplanet.org/caregiving-for-caregivers/
HELPLINES & RESOURCES
Caregiver Action Network – National Help Desk
When: M-F 8 AM-7 PM ET | Cost: FREE
Contact: (855) 227-3640 · https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/
MyElderSource Virtual Caregiver Support
Virtual caregiver support group sessions. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (904) 391-6647 · [email protected]
Multnomah County Family Caregiver Support Program
Free trainings, support groups, Memory Café. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (503) 988-8210 · [email protected]
Additional Resources
Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/event-search?category=Support+Groups&format=Virtual
AARP Caregiving: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support, wellness, and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group
Private Facebook community providing 24/7 peer support and connection for family caregivers. Over 15,000 members sharing experiences, resources, and strategies for caring for loved ones.
When: Ongoing 24/7 access | Cost: FREE
Format: Online Facebook community | Who: Family caregivers of all types
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
About This Community:
The AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group is a private, supportive Facebook community for anyone providing care to a family member or loved one. Whether you’re caring for aging parents, a spouse with chronic illness, or other family members, this community offers 24/7 access to peer support from others who understand the caregiving journey.
What Members Share:
- Practical caregiving tips and strategies
- Emotional support and encouragement
- Resources and recommendations
- Personal experiences and solutions
- Questions and answers from fellow caregivers
- Information about community resources
Who Should Join:
This community welcomes all family caregivers, including those caring for individuals with:
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Chronic illnesses
- Disabilities
- Age-related conditions
- Recovery from surgery or illness
- Any other caregiving situations
How to Join:
Visit https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ to learn more about AARP’s caregiving resources and find the link to request to join the Facebook community. The group is private, so you’ll need to request membership.
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. Online communities are not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
National Wellness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
National Wellness Month is a month-long observance founded in 2018 to promote sustainable self-care and stress-management habits through workplace and community wellness content. Health Net, CMHA British Columbia, East London NHS Foundation Trust, EHN Canada, Beyond Blue, and TED are contributing live wellness webinars, recorded webinar libraries, and on-demand talks covering financial wellness, resilience, sleep, and stress reduction.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian national mental health and wellbeing organization providing information, tools, and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention; it partners with the Sleep Health Foundation on public education about the sleep-mental health connection.
On-Demand Resources
How to Sleep Well and Improve Mental Health: A Beyond Blue Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Approx. 45-60 minutes
A panel webinar, hosted during Sleep Health Foundation’s Sleep Health Week, covering the science of sleep, its link to mental health, and evidence-based strategies for better sleep, featuring physician Dr. Norman Swan and Sleep Health Foundation CEO Moira Junge. The recording remains publicly available on the Sleep Health Foundation’s website.
CMHA British Columbia
CMHA British Columbia is the provincial division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, delivering mental health programs, crisis response, and workplace training and wellness resources across British Columbia.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Rethinking Resilience: Lived Experience, Systems, and Practical Ways to Cope
A reflective, practical session exploring how resilience is shaped by lived experience, workplace systems, and available supports, presented by Ottawa-based speaker Alina Avram.
Time: Tue, 12:00-1:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (repeat session)
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register (Aug 18 session) · CMHA BC Events Calendar (Aug 25 session)
East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers NHS mental health and community services across East London and Bedfordshire; its Bedfordshire Talking Therapies service offers free self-management support for common mental health difficulties.
On-Demand Resources
Wellbeing Webinar Library
Type: Video (pre-recorded, YouTube)
Duration: 16 videos, approximately 30 minutes each
A library of pre-recorded webinars teaching practical techniques for panic, sleep, burnout, loneliness, and other common wellbeing concerns, viewable anytime.
Access: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies/wellbeing-webinars
EHN Canada
EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network) operates a network of private addiction and mental health treatment centres across Canada and provides free public education through recorded webinars on mental health, trauma, and recovery.
On-Demand Resources
EHN Canada Webinar Library
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Ongoing monthly library, approximately 1 hour per session
Monthly educational webinars led by clinicians and specialists covering mental health, trauma, and addiction-recovery topics, archived for on-demand viewing.
Access: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/resources/webinars/
Health Net
Health Net, a Centene Corporation subsidiary serving members in California, Oregon, and Washington, offers a free monthly Wellness Webinar Series open to members and the public on topics spanning nutrition, financial wellness, and stress management.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Money Matters – Making the Most of What You Have
A live wellness webinar sharing tips for saving money, negotiating pay, and improving one’s relationship with money.
Time: Wed, 12:00-12:45 PM, PST
Date(s): Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register
On-Demand Resources
Move Outside, Feel Alive
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 45:54
A recorded July 2026 wellness webinar on how movement and time outdoors can boost energy, mood, and overall wellbeing, with a companion PDF guide.
Access: https://www.healthnet.com/content/healthnet/en_us/health-and-wellness/events.html
TED
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks from experts across science, health, and culture, including a growing library on stress, self-care, and wellbeing.
On-Demand Resources
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 14:15
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal reframes stress as a potential positive force and introduces a simple, evidence-based way to reduce its harmful effects.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
Self Care: What It Really Is
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 9:59
Susannah Winters unpacks common myths about self-care and reframes it as a sustainable daily practice rather than an occasional indulgence.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/susannah_winters_self_care_what_it_really_is
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Free, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Awareness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month takes place each August to build understanding of this progressive neuromuscular disease and to spotlight the research, treatment, and community support available to people living with SMA and their families.
Cure SMA, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK, SMA Australia, Cleveland Clinic, Practical Neurology, and Squirmy and Grubs are sharing free virtual social events, expert-led webinars, podcasts, and video resources throughout the month.
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center providing patient care, research, and education across many specialties, including neurology. Its Neuro Pathways podcast features Cleveland Clinic physicians discussing current research and treatment advances in neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Progress Continues Against a Grave Neuromuscular Disorder
Type: Podcast (Neuro Pathways)
Duration: 28 minutes
Cleveland Clinic pediatric neurologist Dr. Alexandra Bonner discusses SMA genetics, subtypes, newborn screening policy, and current and emerging treatment options.
Cure SMA
Cure SMA is a U.S. nonprofit founded in 1996 whose mission is to drive research for treatments and a cure for spinal muscular atrophy and to support and empower everyone affected by SMA. The organization funds SMA research and provides community, educational, and advocacy programs for patients and families nationwide.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Awareness Month Candle Lighting
A decentralized, community-led commemoration in which people affected by SMA light candles at local sunset and share photos on social media using #SMAawarenessmonth; commemorative candles are available through the Cure SMA Shop.
Time: At local sunset (participation is decentralized; no single fixed PST start time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 8, 2026
Format: Virtual (community participation via social media)
Platform: Social Media — @CureSMA — Awareness Month Hub
On-Demand Resources
Adaptive Recreation Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, in which community members share firsthand experiences with adaptive recreation.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV3U89uU6-c
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Virtual Resource Fair
Type: Recorded Resource Fair & Panel Discussion
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA resource fair and panel discussion, sponsored by Novartis, showcasing adaptive sports and recreation programs available to the SMA community.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVOrSiYmpSk
Adaptive Sports Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, featuring community members discussing their participation in adaptive sports.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOrZPRhiBj0
Going Away to College Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Panel Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Scholar Rock, on preparing for and navigating the transition to college with SMA.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLbjzuq5mRs
“Lift Me Up” — SMA Awareness Month Theme Song
Type: Music Video
Duration: 4 minutes
The official SMA Awareness Month theme song, performed by Lachi, Gaelynn Lea, April Rose, and James Ian (an adult living with SMA), released through RAMPD Records.
Access: https://youtu.be/zmr4H9NpTKk
SMA Podcast Recommendations Playlist
Type: Curated Podcast Playlist
Duration: Ongoing curated collection
A Cure SMA–curated Spotify playlist of community-recommended podcasts covering SMA and disability topics.
Access: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7GQyrfGwgtDxtvFGs4G7xc
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the leading U.S. nonprofit for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and more than 300 other neuromuscular conditions, including SMA. For 75 years, MDA has funded research, provided clinical care, and offered community education and support for the neuromuscular disease community.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Spotlight On: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
An MDA Virtual Learning webinar offering community education on current SMA research, treatment, and care.
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom Webinar — Register · Event Page
Practical Neurology
Practical Neurology is an open-access, peer-reviewed publication launched in 2002 to provide neurology professionals with practical reviews of research and treatment advances. Its podcast series, Amplifying the Patient Journey, explores patient perspectives on living with neurological conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Genetic Testing, Therapy, and More
Type: Podcast (Amplifying the Patient Journey)
Duration: 36 minutes
Andrew Cherico and Dr. John W. Day of Stanford University discuss genetic testing, therapy options, and the patient experience of living with SMA.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplifying-the-patient-journey/id1716363809
SMA Australia (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Australia Inc.)
SMA Australia has supported patients, families, and communities affected by spinal muscular atrophy for over 20 years with best-practice care information and resources. The organization provides screening, treatment, and living-with-SMA guidance for children, teens, and adults.
On-Demand Resources
SMA Australia Podcast
Type: Podcast Series
Duration: 46 minutes per episode (published episode count not available; per-episode duration applied)
An ongoing audio series covering life with SMA, community stories, and resources from the Australian SMA community.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sma-australia/id1465534907
Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK (SMA UK)
SMA UK is a UK charity committed to ensuring everyone affected by spinal muscular atrophy has access to the best care, support, and treatment. The organization runs community programs, grants, and health information services for SMA families across the UK.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Social: Cards Against Humanity (Online)
A biweekly virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA, hosted by SMA UK community members.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 15, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
SMA Social: Virtual Pub Night
A virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA to connect over shared pub games and conversation.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 29, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
On-Demand Resources
Zolgensma Treatment Updates
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour (runtime not published)
SMA UK health professionals Elizabeth Wraige, Jennie Sheehan, and Laurent Servais discuss the UK Zolgensma programme and related treatment updates.
Access: https://smauk.org.uk/treatment-updates-health-profs
Squirmy and Grubs
Squirmy and Grubs is the YouTube channel and platform of Shane Burcaw, who lives with SMA, and his wife Hannah Aylward, reaching more than 800,000 subscribers. Their videos combine humor and education to build public understanding of disability, ableism, and life with SMA.
On-Demand Resources
Squirmy and Grubs — YouTube Channel
Type: Video Series
Duration: 45 minutes per video (channel-wide video count not published; per-video duration applied)
An ongoing vlog and video series documenting daily life, an “inter-abled” relationship, and disability advocacy from the creators’ perspective.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/@SquirmyandGrubs/videos
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Online Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group (Facebook)
Private Facebook community with 15,000+ members providing 24/7 support.
When: Ongoing 24/7 | Cost: FREE
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
Seniors At Home – Caregiver Support Groups
Weekly virtual peer support groups (JFCS).
When: Mondays 8:15-9:45 PM PT · Thursdays lunchtime | Cost: FREE
Register: https://seniorsathome.jfcs.org/series/caregiver-support-group/
Contact: [email protected]
Alzheimer’s Association Monthly Caregiver Support Group
Monthly support groups, second Wednesday of each month.
When: Feb 11, Mar 11 | Cost: FREE
Zoom: https://alz-org.zoom.us/j/92681159179 · Phone: 312-626-6799 · ID: 926 8115 9179
Register: 800-272-3900 | Contact: https://www.alz.org/orswwa
VITAS Grief Support Groups
Weekly groups for parents, LGBTQ+, Spanish-speakers, and men.
When: Parents: Mon 12 PM PT | LGBTQ+: Tue 3:30 PM PT | Spanish: Wed 5 PM PT | Men: 1st/3rd Fri 10 AM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-582-9533
Register: VITAS Grief Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Support Groups
Weekly telephone groups for caregivers and spouses/partners.
When: General: Tue 4-5 PM PT | Spouses: Mon 4-5 PM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: 866-232-8484 · https://alzfdn.org
HopeHealth Caregiver Support Groups
Twice monthly virtual support groups.
When: 2nd & 4th Wed 9-10:30 AM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: (401) 415-4664 · [email protected]
Family Caregiver Alliance Support Groups
Groups for African American, LGBTQ, and young adult caregivers.
When: African American: Tue 4 PM PT | LGBTQ: 3rd Wed 4 PM PT | Young Adult: 1st/3rd Thu 6 PM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106 · https://www.caregiver.org
COPSA/Care2Caregivers Support Groups
Multiple virtual groups for caregivers of individuals with memory issues.
When: Various schedules | Cost: FREE
Contact: 800-424-2494 · [email protected]
24/7 ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Family Caregiver Alliance – Online Support Groups
24/7 email-based groups for general caregivers and LGBTQ+ caregivers.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106
Register: https://www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/support-groups/
Senior Planet Caregivers Assemble Community
Free online platform for caregivers to connect 24/7.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 888-713-3495
Register: https://seniorplanet.org/caregiving-for-caregivers/
HELPLINES & RESOURCES
Caregiver Action Network – National Help Desk
When: M-F 8 AM-7 PM ET | Cost: FREE
Contact: (855) 227-3640 · https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/
MyElderSource Virtual Caregiver Support
Virtual caregiver support group sessions. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (904) 391-6647 · [email protected]
Multnomah County Family Caregiver Support Program
Free trainings, support groups, Memory Café. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (503) 988-8210 · [email protected]
Additional Resources
Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/event-search?category=Support+Groups&format=Virtual
AARP Caregiving: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support, wellness, and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group
Private Facebook community providing 24/7 peer support and connection for family caregivers. Over 15,000 members sharing experiences, resources, and strategies for caring for loved ones.
When: Ongoing 24/7 access | Cost: FREE
Format: Online Facebook community | Who: Family caregivers of all types
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
About This Community:
The AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group is a private, supportive Facebook community for anyone providing care to a family member or loved one. Whether you’re caring for aging parents, a spouse with chronic illness, or other family members, this community offers 24/7 access to peer support from others who understand the caregiving journey.
What Members Share:
- Practical caregiving tips and strategies
- Emotional support and encouragement
- Resources and recommendations
- Personal experiences and solutions
- Questions and answers from fellow caregivers
- Information about community resources
Who Should Join:
This community welcomes all family caregivers, including those caring for individuals with:
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Chronic illnesses
- Disabilities
- Age-related conditions
- Recovery from surgery or illness
- Any other caregiving situations
How to Join:
Visit https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ to learn more about AARP’s caregiving resources and find the link to request to join the Facebook community. The group is private, so you’ll need to request membership.
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. Online communities are not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
National Wellness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
National Wellness Month is a month-long observance founded in 2018 to promote sustainable self-care and stress-management habits through workplace and community wellness content. Health Net, CMHA British Columbia, East London NHS Foundation Trust, EHN Canada, Beyond Blue, and TED are contributing live wellness webinars, recorded webinar libraries, and on-demand talks covering financial wellness, resilience, sleep, and stress reduction.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian national mental health and wellbeing organization providing information, tools, and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention; it partners with the Sleep Health Foundation on public education about the sleep-mental health connection.
On-Demand Resources
How to Sleep Well and Improve Mental Health: A Beyond Blue Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Approx. 45-60 minutes
A panel webinar, hosted during Sleep Health Foundation’s Sleep Health Week, covering the science of sleep, its link to mental health, and evidence-based strategies for better sleep, featuring physician Dr. Norman Swan and Sleep Health Foundation CEO Moira Junge. The recording remains publicly available on the Sleep Health Foundation’s website.
CMHA British Columbia
CMHA British Columbia is the provincial division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, delivering mental health programs, crisis response, and workplace training and wellness resources across British Columbia.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Rethinking Resilience: Lived Experience, Systems, and Practical Ways to Cope
A reflective, practical session exploring how resilience is shaped by lived experience, workplace systems, and available supports, presented by Ottawa-based speaker Alina Avram.
Time: Tue, 12:00-1:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (repeat session)
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register (Aug 18 session) · CMHA BC Events Calendar (Aug 25 session)
East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers NHS mental health and community services across East London and Bedfordshire; its Bedfordshire Talking Therapies service offers free self-management support for common mental health difficulties.
On-Demand Resources
Wellbeing Webinar Library
Type: Video (pre-recorded, YouTube)
Duration: 16 videos, approximately 30 minutes each
A library of pre-recorded webinars teaching practical techniques for panic, sleep, burnout, loneliness, and other common wellbeing concerns, viewable anytime.
Access: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies/wellbeing-webinars
EHN Canada
EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network) operates a network of private addiction and mental health treatment centres across Canada and provides free public education through recorded webinars on mental health, trauma, and recovery.
On-Demand Resources
EHN Canada Webinar Library
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Ongoing monthly library, approximately 1 hour per session
Monthly educational webinars led by clinicians and specialists covering mental health, trauma, and addiction-recovery topics, archived for on-demand viewing.
Access: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/resources/webinars/
Health Net
Health Net, a Centene Corporation subsidiary serving members in California, Oregon, and Washington, offers a free monthly Wellness Webinar Series open to members and the public on topics spanning nutrition, financial wellness, and stress management.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Money Matters – Making the Most of What You Have
A live wellness webinar sharing tips for saving money, negotiating pay, and improving one’s relationship with money.
Time: Wed, 12:00-12:45 PM, PST
Date(s): Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register
On-Demand Resources
Move Outside, Feel Alive
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 45:54
A recorded July 2026 wellness webinar on how movement and time outdoors can boost energy, mood, and overall wellbeing, with a companion PDF guide.
Access: https://www.healthnet.com/content/healthnet/en_us/health-and-wellness/events.html
TED
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks from experts across science, health, and culture, including a growing library on stress, self-care, and wellbeing.
On-Demand Resources
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 14:15
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal reframes stress as a potential positive force and introduces a simple, evidence-based way to reduce its harmful effects.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
Self Care: What It Really Is
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 9:59
Susannah Winters unpacks common myths about self-care and reframes it as a sustainable daily practice rather than an occasional indulgence.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/susannah_winters_self_care_what_it_really_is
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Free, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Awareness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month takes place each August to build understanding of this progressive neuromuscular disease and to spotlight the research, treatment, and community support available to people living with SMA and their families.
Cure SMA, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK, SMA Australia, Cleveland Clinic, Practical Neurology, and Squirmy and Grubs are sharing free virtual social events, expert-led webinars, podcasts, and video resources throughout the month.
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center providing patient care, research, and education across many specialties, including neurology. Its Neuro Pathways podcast features Cleveland Clinic physicians discussing current research and treatment advances in neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Progress Continues Against a Grave Neuromuscular Disorder
Type: Podcast (Neuro Pathways)
Duration: 28 minutes
Cleveland Clinic pediatric neurologist Dr. Alexandra Bonner discusses SMA genetics, subtypes, newborn screening policy, and current and emerging treatment options.
Cure SMA
Cure SMA is a U.S. nonprofit founded in 1996 whose mission is to drive research for treatments and a cure for spinal muscular atrophy and to support and empower everyone affected by SMA. The organization funds SMA research and provides community, educational, and advocacy programs for patients and families nationwide.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Awareness Month Candle Lighting
A decentralized, community-led commemoration in which people affected by SMA light candles at local sunset and share photos on social media using #SMAawarenessmonth; commemorative candles are available through the Cure SMA Shop.
Time: At local sunset (participation is decentralized; no single fixed PST start time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 8, 2026
Format: Virtual (community participation via social media)
Platform: Social Media — @CureSMA — Awareness Month Hub
On-Demand Resources
Adaptive Recreation Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, in which community members share firsthand experiences with adaptive recreation.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV3U89uU6-c
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Virtual Resource Fair
Type: Recorded Resource Fair & Panel Discussion
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA resource fair and panel discussion, sponsored by Novartis, showcasing adaptive sports and recreation programs available to the SMA community.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVOrSiYmpSk
Adaptive Sports Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, featuring community members discussing their participation in adaptive sports.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOrZPRhiBj0
Going Away to College Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Panel Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Scholar Rock, on preparing for and navigating the transition to college with SMA.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLbjzuq5mRs
“Lift Me Up” — SMA Awareness Month Theme Song
Type: Music Video
Duration: 4 minutes
The official SMA Awareness Month theme song, performed by Lachi, Gaelynn Lea, April Rose, and James Ian (an adult living with SMA), released through RAMPD Records.
Access: https://youtu.be/zmr4H9NpTKk
SMA Podcast Recommendations Playlist
Type: Curated Podcast Playlist
Duration: Ongoing curated collection
A Cure SMA–curated Spotify playlist of community-recommended podcasts covering SMA and disability topics.
Access: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7GQyrfGwgtDxtvFGs4G7xc
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the leading U.S. nonprofit for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and more than 300 other neuromuscular conditions, including SMA. For 75 years, MDA has funded research, provided clinical care, and offered community education and support for the neuromuscular disease community.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Spotlight On: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
An MDA Virtual Learning webinar offering community education on current SMA research, treatment, and care.
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom Webinar — Register · Event Page
Practical Neurology
Practical Neurology is an open-access, peer-reviewed publication launched in 2002 to provide neurology professionals with practical reviews of research and treatment advances. Its podcast series, Amplifying the Patient Journey, explores patient perspectives on living with neurological conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Genetic Testing, Therapy, and More
Type: Podcast (Amplifying the Patient Journey)
Duration: 36 minutes
Andrew Cherico and Dr. John W. Day of Stanford University discuss genetic testing, therapy options, and the patient experience of living with SMA.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplifying-the-patient-journey/id1716363809
SMA Australia (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Australia Inc.)
SMA Australia has supported patients, families, and communities affected by spinal muscular atrophy for over 20 years with best-practice care information and resources. The organization provides screening, treatment, and living-with-SMA guidance for children, teens, and adults.
On-Demand Resources
SMA Australia Podcast
Type: Podcast Series
Duration: 46 minutes per episode (published episode count not available; per-episode duration applied)
An ongoing audio series covering life with SMA, community stories, and resources from the Australian SMA community.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sma-australia/id1465534907
Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK (SMA UK)
SMA UK is a UK charity committed to ensuring everyone affected by spinal muscular atrophy has access to the best care, support, and treatment. The organization runs community programs, grants, and health information services for SMA families across the UK.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Social: Cards Against Humanity (Online)
A biweekly virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA, hosted by SMA UK community members.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 15, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
SMA Social: Virtual Pub Night
A virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA to connect over shared pub games and conversation.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 29, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
On-Demand Resources
Zolgensma Treatment Updates
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour (runtime not published)
SMA UK health professionals Elizabeth Wraige, Jennie Sheehan, and Laurent Servais discuss the UK Zolgensma programme and related treatment updates.
Access: https://smauk.org.uk/treatment-updates-health-profs
Squirmy and Grubs
Squirmy and Grubs is the YouTube channel and platform of Shane Burcaw, who lives with SMA, and his wife Hannah Aylward, reaching more than 800,000 subscribers. Their videos combine humor and education to build public understanding of disability, ableism, and life with SMA.
On-Demand Resources
Squirmy and Grubs — YouTube Channel
Type: Video Series
Duration: 45 minutes per video (channel-wide video count not published; per-video duration applied)
An ongoing vlog and video series documenting daily life, an “inter-abled” relationship, and disability advocacy from the creators’ perspective.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/@SquirmyandGrubs/videos
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Online Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group (Facebook)
Private Facebook community with 15,000+ members providing 24/7 support.
When: Ongoing 24/7 | Cost: FREE
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
Seniors At Home – Caregiver Support Groups
Weekly virtual peer support groups (JFCS).
When: Mondays 8:15-9:45 PM PT · Thursdays lunchtime | Cost: FREE
Register: https://seniorsathome.jfcs.org/series/caregiver-support-group/
Contact: [email protected]
Alzheimer’s Association Monthly Caregiver Support Group
Monthly support groups, second Wednesday of each month.
When: Feb 11, Mar 11 | Cost: FREE
Zoom: https://alz-org.zoom.us/j/92681159179 · Phone: 312-626-6799 · ID: 926 8115 9179
Register: 800-272-3900 | Contact: https://www.alz.org/orswwa
VITAS Grief Support Groups
Weekly groups for parents, LGBTQ+, Spanish-speakers, and men.
When: Parents: Mon 12 PM PT | LGBTQ+: Tue 3:30 PM PT | Spanish: Wed 5 PM PT | Men: 1st/3rd Fri 10 AM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-582-9533
Register: VITAS Grief Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Support Groups
Weekly telephone groups for caregivers and spouses/partners.
When: General: Tue 4-5 PM PT | Spouses: Mon 4-5 PM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: 866-232-8484 · https://alzfdn.org
HopeHealth Caregiver Support Groups
Twice monthly virtual support groups.
When: 2nd & 4th Wed 9-10:30 AM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: (401) 415-4664 · [email protected]
Family Caregiver Alliance Support Groups
Groups for African American, LGBTQ, and young adult caregivers.
When: African American: Tue 4 PM PT | LGBTQ: 3rd Wed 4 PM PT | Young Adult: 1st/3rd Thu 6 PM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106 · https://www.caregiver.org
COPSA/Care2Caregivers Support Groups
Multiple virtual groups for caregivers of individuals with memory issues.
When: Various schedules | Cost: FREE
Contact: 800-424-2494 · [email protected]
24/7 ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Family Caregiver Alliance – Online Support Groups
24/7 email-based groups for general caregivers and LGBTQ+ caregivers.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106
Register: https://www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/support-groups/
Senior Planet Caregivers Assemble Community
Free online platform for caregivers to connect 24/7.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 888-713-3495
Register: https://seniorplanet.org/caregiving-for-caregivers/
HELPLINES & RESOURCES
Caregiver Action Network – National Help Desk
When: M-F 8 AM-7 PM ET | Cost: FREE
Contact: (855) 227-3640 · https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/
MyElderSource Virtual Caregiver Support
Virtual caregiver support group sessions. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (904) 391-6647 · [email protected]
Multnomah County Family Caregiver Support Program
Free trainings, support groups, Memory Café. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (503) 988-8210 · [email protected]
Additional Resources
Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/event-search?category=Support+Groups&format=Virtual
AARP Caregiving: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support, wellness, and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group
Private Facebook community providing 24/7 peer support and connection for family caregivers. Over 15,000 members sharing experiences, resources, and strategies for caring for loved ones.
When: Ongoing 24/7 access | Cost: FREE
Format: Online Facebook community | Who: Family caregivers of all types
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
About This Community:
The AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group is a private, supportive Facebook community for anyone providing care to a family member or loved one. Whether you’re caring for aging parents, a spouse with chronic illness, or other family members, this community offers 24/7 access to peer support from others who understand the caregiving journey.
What Members Share:
- Practical caregiving tips and strategies
- Emotional support and encouragement
- Resources and recommendations
- Personal experiences and solutions
- Questions and answers from fellow caregivers
- Information about community resources
Who Should Join:
This community welcomes all family caregivers, including those caring for individuals with:
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Chronic illnesses
- Disabilities
- Age-related conditions
- Recovery from surgery or illness
- Any other caregiving situations
How to Join:
Visit https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ to learn more about AARP’s caregiving resources and find the link to request to join the Facebook community. The group is private, so you’ll need to request membership.
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. Online communities are not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
National Wellness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
National Wellness Month is a month-long observance founded in 2018 to promote sustainable self-care and stress-management habits through workplace and community wellness content. Health Net, CMHA British Columbia, East London NHS Foundation Trust, EHN Canada, Beyond Blue, and TED are contributing live wellness webinars, recorded webinar libraries, and on-demand talks covering financial wellness, resilience, sleep, and stress reduction.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian national mental health and wellbeing organization providing information, tools, and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention; it partners with the Sleep Health Foundation on public education about the sleep-mental health connection.
On-Demand Resources
How to Sleep Well and Improve Mental Health: A Beyond Blue Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Approx. 45-60 minutes
A panel webinar, hosted during Sleep Health Foundation’s Sleep Health Week, covering the science of sleep, its link to mental health, and evidence-based strategies for better sleep, featuring physician Dr. Norman Swan and Sleep Health Foundation CEO Moira Junge. The recording remains publicly available on the Sleep Health Foundation’s website.
CMHA British Columbia
CMHA British Columbia is the provincial division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, delivering mental health programs, crisis response, and workplace training and wellness resources across British Columbia.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Rethinking Resilience: Lived Experience, Systems, and Practical Ways to Cope
A reflective, practical session exploring how resilience is shaped by lived experience, workplace systems, and available supports, presented by Ottawa-based speaker Alina Avram.
Time: Tue, 12:00-1:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (repeat session)
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register (Aug 18 session) · CMHA BC Events Calendar (Aug 25 session)
East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers NHS mental health and community services across East London and Bedfordshire; its Bedfordshire Talking Therapies service offers free self-management support for common mental health difficulties.
On-Demand Resources
Wellbeing Webinar Library
Type: Video (pre-recorded, YouTube)
Duration: 16 videos, approximately 30 minutes each
A library of pre-recorded webinars teaching practical techniques for panic, sleep, burnout, loneliness, and other common wellbeing concerns, viewable anytime.
Access: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies/wellbeing-webinars
EHN Canada
EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network) operates a network of private addiction and mental health treatment centres across Canada and provides free public education through recorded webinars on mental health, trauma, and recovery.
On-Demand Resources
EHN Canada Webinar Library
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Ongoing monthly library, approximately 1 hour per session
Monthly educational webinars led by clinicians and specialists covering mental health, trauma, and addiction-recovery topics, archived for on-demand viewing.
Access: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/resources/webinars/
Health Net
Health Net, a Centene Corporation subsidiary serving members in California, Oregon, and Washington, offers a free monthly Wellness Webinar Series open to members and the public on topics spanning nutrition, financial wellness, and stress management.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Money Matters – Making the Most of What You Have
A live wellness webinar sharing tips for saving money, negotiating pay, and improving one’s relationship with money.
Time: Wed, 12:00-12:45 PM, PST
Date(s): Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register
On-Demand Resources
Move Outside, Feel Alive
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 45:54
A recorded July 2026 wellness webinar on how movement and time outdoors can boost energy, mood, and overall wellbeing, with a companion PDF guide.
Access: https://www.healthnet.com/content/healthnet/en_us/health-and-wellness/events.html
TED
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks from experts across science, health, and culture, including a growing library on stress, self-care, and wellbeing.
On-Demand Resources
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 14:15
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal reframes stress as a potential positive force and introduces a simple, evidence-based way to reduce its harmful effects.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
Self Care: What It Really Is
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 9:59
Susannah Winters unpacks common myths about self-care and reframes it as a sustainable daily practice rather than an occasional indulgence.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/susannah_winters_self_care_what_it_really_is
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Free, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Awareness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month takes place each August to build understanding of this progressive neuromuscular disease and to spotlight the research, treatment, and community support available to people living with SMA and their families.
Cure SMA, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK, SMA Australia, Cleveland Clinic, Practical Neurology, and Squirmy and Grubs are sharing free virtual social events, expert-led webinars, podcasts, and video resources throughout the month.
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit academic medical center providing patient care, research, and education across many specialties, including neurology. Its Neuro Pathways podcast features Cleveland Clinic physicians discussing current research and treatment advances in neurological and neuromuscular conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Progress Continues Against a Grave Neuromuscular Disorder
Type: Podcast (Neuro Pathways)
Duration: 28 minutes
Cleveland Clinic pediatric neurologist Dr. Alexandra Bonner discusses SMA genetics, subtypes, newborn screening policy, and current and emerging treatment options.
Cure SMA
Cure SMA is a U.S. nonprofit founded in 1996 whose mission is to drive research for treatments and a cure for spinal muscular atrophy and to support and empower everyone affected by SMA. The organization funds SMA research and provides community, educational, and advocacy programs for patients and families nationwide.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Awareness Month Candle Lighting
A decentralized, community-led commemoration in which people affected by SMA light candles at local sunset and share photos on social media using #SMAawarenessmonth; commemorative candles are available through the Cure SMA Shop.
Time: At local sunset (participation is decentralized; no single fixed PST start time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 8, 2026
Format: Virtual (community participation via social media)
Platform: Social Media — @CureSMA — Awareness Month Hub
On-Demand Resources
Adaptive Recreation Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, in which community members share firsthand experiences with adaptive recreation.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nV3U89uU6-c
Adaptive Sports & Recreation Virtual Resource Fair
Type: Recorded Resource Fair & Panel Discussion
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA resource fair and panel discussion, sponsored by Novartis, showcasing adaptive sports and recreation programs available to the SMA community.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVOrSiYmpSk
Adaptive Sports Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Novartis, featuring community members discussing their participation in adaptive sports.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FOrZPRhiBj0
Going Away to College Panel Webinar
Type: Recorded Panel Webinar
Duration: 1 hour
A Cure SMA panel, sponsored by Scholar Rock, on preparing for and navigating the transition to college with SMA.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLbjzuq5mRs
“Lift Me Up” — SMA Awareness Month Theme Song
Type: Music Video
Duration: 4 minutes
The official SMA Awareness Month theme song, performed by Lachi, Gaelynn Lea, April Rose, and James Ian (an adult living with SMA), released through RAMPD Records.
Access: https://youtu.be/zmr4H9NpTKk
SMA Podcast Recommendations Playlist
Type: Curated Podcast Playlist
Duration: Ongoing curated collection
A Cure SMA–curated Spotify playlist of community-recommended podcasts covering SMA and disability topics.
Access: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7GQyrfGwgtDxtvFGs4G7xc
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the leading U.S. nonprofit for people living with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and more than 300 other neuromuscular conditions, including SMA. For 75 years, MDA has funded research, provided clinical care, and offered community education and support for the neuromuscular disease community.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Spotlight On: Spinal Muscular Atrophy
An MDA Virtual Learning webinar offering community education on current SMA research, treatment, and care.
Time: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom Webinar — Register · Event Page
Practical Neurology
Practical Neurology is an open-access, peer-reviewed publication launched in 2002 to provide neurology professionals with practical reviews of research and treatment advances. Its podcast series, Amplifying the Patient Journey, explores patient perspectives on living with neurological conditions.
On-Demand Resources
Living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Genetic Testing, Therapy, and More
Type: Podcast (Amplifying the Patient Journey)
Duration: 36 minutes
Andrew Cherico and Dr. John W. Day of Stanford University discuss genetic testing, therapy options, and the patient experience of living with SMA.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplifying-the-patient-journey/id1716363809
SMA Australia (Spinal Muscular Atrophy Australia Inc.)
SMA Australia has supported patients, families, and communities affected by spinal muscular atrophy for over 20 years with best-practice care information and resources. The organization provides screening, treatment, and living-with-SMA guidance for children, teens, and adults.
On-Demand Resources
SMA Australia Podcast
Type: Podcast Series
Duration: 46 minutes per episode (published episode count not available; per-episode duration applied)
An ongoing audio series covering life with SMA, community stories, and resources from the Australian SMA community.
Access: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/sma-australia/id1465534907
Spinal Muscular Atrophy UK (SMA UK)
SMA UK is a UK charity committed to ensuring everyone affected by spinal muscular atrophy has access to the best care, support, and treatment. The organization runs community programs, grants, and health information services for SMA families across the UK.
Virtual Events & Meetings
SMA Social: Cards Against Humanity (Online)
A biweekly virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA, hosted by SMA UK community members.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 15, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
SMA Social: Virtual Pub Night
A virtual social event on Zoom for adults living with SMA to connect over shared pub games and conversation.
Time: 12:00 PM, PST (8:00 PM local UK time)
Date(s): Saturday, August 29, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Join details on the SMA UK events page
On-Demand Resources
Zolgensma Treatment Updates
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 1 hour (runtime not published)
SMA UK health professionals Elizabeth Wraige, Jennie Sheehan, and Laurent Servais discuss the UK Zolgensma programme and related treatment updates.
Access: https://smauk.org.uk/treatment-updates-health-profs
Squirmy and Grubs
Squirmy and Grubs is the YouTube channel and platform of Shane Burcaw, who lives with SMA, and his wife Hannah Aylward, reaching more than 800,000 subscribers. Their videos combine humor and education to build public understanding of disability, ableism, and life with SMA.
On-Demand Resources
Squirmy and Grubs — YouTube Channel
Type: Video Series
Duration: 45 minutes per video (channel-wide video count not published; per-video duration applied)
An ongoing vlog and video series documenting daily life, an “inter-abled” relationship, and disability advocacy from the creators’ perspective.
Access: https://www.youtube.com/@SquirmyandGrubs/videos
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.
Online Caregiver Support Groups & Resources
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group (Facebook)
Private Facebook community with 15,000+ members providing 24/7 support.
When: Ongoing 24/7 | Cost: FREE
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
Seniors At Home – Caregiver Support Groups
Weekly virtual peer support groups (JFCS).
When: Mondays 8:15-9:45 PM PT · Thursdays lunchtime | Cost: FREE
Register: https://seniorsathome.jfcs.org/series/caregiver-support-group/
Contact: [email protected]
Alzheimer’s Association Monthly Caregiver Support Group
Monthly support groups, second Wednesday of each month.
When: Feb 11, Mar 11 | Cost: FREE
Zoom: https://alz-org.zoom.us/j/92681159179 · Phone: 312-626-6799 · ID: 926 8115 9179
Register: 800-272-3900 | Contact: https://www.alz.org/orswwa
VITAS Grief Support Groups
Weekly groups for parents, LGBTQ+, Spanish-speakers, and men.
When: Parents: Mon 12 PM PT | LGBTQ+: Tue 3:30 PM PT | Spanish: Wed 5 PM PT | Men: 1st/3rd Fri 10 AM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-582-9533
Register: VITAS Grief Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Support Groups
Weekly telephone groups for caregivers and spouses/partners.
When: General: Tue 4-5 PM PT | Spouses: Mon 4-5 PM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: 866-232-8484 · https://alzfdn.org
HopeHealth Caregiver Support Groups
Twice monthly virtual support groups.
When: 2nd & 4th Wed 9-10:30 AM PT | Cost: FREE
Contact: (401) 415-4664 · [email protected]
Family Caregiver Alliance Support Groups
Groups for African American, LGBTQ, and young adult caregivers.
When: African American: Tue 4 PM PT | LGBTQ: 3rd Wed 4 PM PT | Young Adult: 1st/3rd Thu 6 PM PT
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106 · https://www.caregiver.org
COPSA/Care2Caregivers Support Groups
Multiple virtual groups for caregivers of individuals with memory issues.
When: Various schedules | Cost: FREE
Contact: 800-424-2494 · [email protected]
24/7 ONLINE COMMUNITIES
Family Caregiver Alliance – Online Support Groups
24/7 email-based groups for general caregivers and LGBTQ+ caregivers.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 800-445-8106
Register: https://www.caregiver.org/connecting-caregivers/support-groups/
Senior Planet Caregivers Assemble Community
Free online platform for caregivers to connect 24/7.
Cost: FREE | Contact: 888-713-3495
Register: https://seniorplanet.org/caregiving-for-caregivers/
HELPLINES & RESOURCES
Caregiver Action Network – National Help Desk
When: M-F 8 AM-7 PM ET | Cost: FREE
Contact: (855) 227-3640 · https://www.caregiveraction.org/helpdesk/
MyElderSource Virtual Caregiver Support
Virtual caregiver support group sessions. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (904) 391-6647 · [email protected]
Multnomah County Family Caregiver Support Program
Free trainings, support groups, Memory Café. Contact for schedules.
Contact: (503) 988-8210 · [email protected]
Additional Resources
Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org/event-search?category=Support+Groups&format=Virtual
AARP Caregiving: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support, wellness, and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group
Private Facebook community providing 24/7 peer support and connection for family caregivers. Over 15,000 members sharing experiences, resources, and strategies for caring for loved ones.
When: Ongoing 24/7 access | Cost: FREE
Format: Online Facebook community | Who: Family caregivers of all types
Contact: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/
About This Community:
The AARP Family Caregivers Discussion Group is a private, supportive Facebook community for anyone providing care to a family member or loved one. Whether you’re caring for aging parents, a spouse with chronic illness, or other family members, this community offers 24/7 access to peer support from others who understand the caregiving journey.
What Members Share:
- Practical caregiving tips and strategies
- Emotional support and encouragement
- Resources and recommendations
- Personal experiences and solutions
- Questions and answers from fellow caregivers
- Information about community resources
Who Should Join:
This community welcomes all family caregivers, including those caring for individuals with:
- Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
- Chronic illnesses
- Disabilities
- Age-related conditions
- Recovery from surgery or illness
- Any other caregiving situations
How to Join:
Visit https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ to learn more about AARP’s caregiving resources and find the link to request to join the Facebook community. The group is private, so you’ll need to request membership.
Disclaimer: PeerGalaxy curates peer support and community resources. Offerings subject to change – contact providers to confirm. Online communities are not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. For crisis support, call or text 988, or call 211. In emergency, call 911.
National Wellness Month
August 2026 (event times shown in PST)
National Wellness Month is a month-long observance founded in 2018 to promote sustainable self-care and stress-management habits through workplace and community wellness content. Health Net, CMHA British Columbia, East London NHS Foundation Trust, EHN Canada, Beyond Blue, and TED are contributing live wellness webinars, recorded webinar libraries, and on-demand talks covering financial wellness, resilience, sleep, and stress reduction.
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is an Australian national mental health and wellbeing organization providing information, tools, and support for anxiety, depression, and suicide prevention; it partners with the Sleep Health Foundation on public education about the sleep-mental health connection.
On-Demand Resources
How to Sleep Well and Improve Mental Health: A Beyond Blue Webinar
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Approx. 45-60 minutes
A panel webinar, hosted during Sleep Health Foundation’s Sleep Health Week, covering the science of sleep, its link to mental health, and evidence-based strategies for better sleep, featuring physician Dr. Norman Swan and Sleep Health Foundation CEO Moira Junge. The recording remains publicly available on the Sleep Health Foundation’s website.
CMHA British Columbia
CMHA British Columbia is the provincial division of the Canadian Mental Health Association, delivering mental health programs, crisis response, and workplace training and wellness resources across British Columbia.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Rethinking Resilience: Lived Experience, Systems, and Practical Ways to Cope
A reflective, practical session exploring how resilience is shaped by lived experience, workplace systems, and available supports, presented by Ottawa-based speaker Alina Avram.
Time: Tue, 12:00-1:00 PM, PST
Date(s): Tuesday, August 18, 2026, and Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (repeat session)
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register (Aug 18 session) · CMHA BC Events Calendar (Aug 25 session)
East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust delivers NHS mental health and community services across East London and Bedfordshire; its Bedfordshire Talking Therapies service offers free self-management support for common mental health difficulties.
On-Demand Resources
Wellbeing Webinar Library
Type: Video (pre-recorded, YouTube)
Duration: 16 videos, approximately 30 minutes each
A library of pre-recorded webinars teaching practical techniques for panic, sleep, burnout, loneliness, and other common wellbeing concerns, viewable anytime.
Access: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/bedfordshire-talking-therapies/wellbeing-webinars
EHN Canada
EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network) operates a network of private addiction and mental health treatment centres across Canada and provides free public education through recorded webinars on mental health, trauma, and recovery.
On-Demand Resources
EHN Canada Webinar Library
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: Ongoing monthly library, approximately 1 hour per session
Monthly educational webinars led by clinicians and specialists covering mental health, trauma, and addiction-recovery topics, archived for on-demand viewing.
Access: https://www.edgewoodhealthnetwork.com/resources/webinars/
Health Net
Health Net, a Centene Corporation subsidiary serving members in California, Oregon, and Washington, offers a free monthly Wellness Webinar Series open to members and the public on topics spanning nutrition, financial wellness, and stress management.
Virtual Events & Meetings
Money Matters – Making the Most of What You Have
A live wellness webinar sharing tips for saving money, negotiating pay, and improving one’s relationship with money.
Time: Wed, 12:00-12:45 PM, PST
Date(s): Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Format: Virtual
Platform: Zoom — Register
On-Demand Resources
Move Outside, Feel Alive
Type: Recorded Webinar
Duration: 45:54
A recorded July 2026 wellness webinar on how movement and time outdoors can boost energy, mood, and overall wellbeing, with a companion PDF guide.
Access: https://www.healthnet.com/content/healthnet/en_us/health-and-wellness/events.html
TED
TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks from experts across science, health, and culture, including a growing library on stress, self-care, and wellbeing.
On-Demand Resources
How to Make Stress Your Friend
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 14:15
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal reframes stress as a potential positive force and introduces a simple, evidence-based way to reduce its harmful effects.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend
Self Care: What It Really Is
Type: Recorded Talk
Duration: 9:59
Susannah Winters unpacks common myths about self-care and reframes it as a sustainable daily practice rather than an occasional indulgence.
Access: https://www.ted.com/talks/susannah_winters_self_care_what_it_really_is
General & Cross-Cutting Resources
Crisis & Immediate Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Free, 24/7 call, text, or chat support for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis.
Disclaimer: This listing is shared for community information only. The offerings are organized and hosted by the listed organizations, not by PeerGalaxy. Details such as dates, times, availability, and access links are subject to change — please confirm with the relevant organization before attending or applying.