Find a Foundation chapter or IBD support group

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Chapters vs support groups

Foundation chapters organize local education, fundraising, and community programs.

Support groups offer peer connection and may be virtual or in person. Formats and schedules change by region.

Peer support complements care. It does not replace your gastroenterologist or mental health clinician.

How to search effectively

Use the Foundation chapter finder and support-group finder as original sources.

Then open IBDPal's community map for state-level helplines and additional listings.

Confirm meeting times, privacy expectations, and facilitator credentials directly with the organizers.

Practical tips

Try one virtual group if travel is hard during flares
Ask about caregiver-only or teen-focused options
Keep emergency and clinic numbers separate from peer chats

Common questions

Are Foundation support groups medical appointments?

No. They are community and education spaces. Clinical decisions stay with your IBD care team.

Does IBDPal run Foundation chapters?

No. Chapters and official programs belong to the Foundation. IBDPal links to public finders under license.

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