10/17/2026
Chronic Pain and SAA Support Group Meetings October
Meetings offer education, encouragement, emotional support, and allow for open discussion about managing and living with spondyloarthritis and other chronic pain conditions.
Meetings will now be structured as follows:
Odd Months: January, March, May, July, September, November—will be Chronic Pain and Chronic Pain Management Topics.
Even Months: February, April, June, August, October, December—will be Topics pertaining to anything relating to Spondyloarthritis.
In-Person Meetings:
**In-person meetings are held every third Saturday of the month.
Topic: What helps you? Please bring to the meeting what helps you feel better. (A heating pad, a massage gun, a special lotion, etc) Let's share with others what helps us feel better. Maybe something we use will help someone else to feel better too.
When: Saturday, October 17th at 11am ET.
Where:
Location:
Decatur First United Methodist Church
300 E. Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
Room 209
Parking and entrance are on the N. Candler side of building, which is the 2nd floor, so no steps.
Door Code: 1016 #
Email Dana at [email protected] or text/call at 404-388-1874 if you have problems entering the building.
Contact your Support Group Leader, Dana Marton, for help with anything mentioned above.
Virtual Meetings:
**Virtual Meetings are the 4th Thursday of every month.
Topic: What helps you? Please bring to the meeting what helps you feel better. (A heating pad, a massage gun, a special lotion, etc) Let's share with others what helps us feel better. Maybe something we use will help someone else to feel better too.
When: October 22nd, 2026 7:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqcO2vqDosHt00UfXI3IgTXbDMk_9rkDsm
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Become a SAA Volunteer Support Group Leader or Co-Support Group Leader!
Help others living with spondyloarthritis build connection, confidence, and hope. As a volunteer support group leader with the Spondylitis Association of America, you'll create a welcoming space where people can share experiences, learn from one another, and feel less alone.
You don't need to have all the answers, just a willingness to listen, encourage, and bring people together. Your time and compassion can have a lasting impact.
Interested in becoming a support group leader or a co-support group leader? Email Manny Caro at [email protected] to learn more.
Let Dana Marton know if you are interested in becoming a co-leader for the Atlanta Chronic Pain and SAA Support Group at 404-388-1874 or [email protected].
October brings several national and global health observances that shine a light on conditions and issues closely connected to spondyloarthritis—from spine and joint health to physical activity, mental health, psoriasis, and health literacy.
https://mailchi.mp/37b0f428a260/esun-october-1-2026-physical-therapy-month-fall-challenge-more?e=1e7138c9b1
It's National Physical Therapy Month: Do You Have a PT on Your Care Team?
https://spondylitis.org/resources-support/educational-materials-resources/physical-therapist-directory/
Fatigue Isn't Just About Inflammation
https://spondylitis.org/research-new/fatigue-remains-a-major-often-overlooked-burden-in-older-adults-with-axial-spondyloarthritis/
Dana Marton
Chronic Pain and SAA Support Group Leader
404-388-1874
[email protected]
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Atlanta/Decatur Support Group Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
