Dystonia Medical Research Foundation

LIKE & SHARE: What are you thankful for? The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Pet Palooza in March acknowledges the important role that pets and support animals play in our lives. We are grateful for their unconditional love all year round. #dystonia #dmrf

LIKE & SHARE: In this season of Thanksgiving, the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation is grateful for volunteers in the dystonia community who make events like Dystonia Zoo Days possible. You are truly making a difference. What are you thankful for? #dystonia #dmrf

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Connecticut Dystonia Zoo Day last weekend. The DMRF is especially grateful for the support of our volunteers and sponsors. Photos from the event are available online. bit.ly/4y3s6NP #dystonia #dmrf

The DMRF Legacy Society recognizes those who have made a lifetime commitment to the mission of promoting awareness, education, advocacy and research of dystonia. Make a commitment of support today that is fulfilled in the future. bit.ly/489FiWN #dystonia #dmrf

There are many ways to offer support within the dystonia community. Visit the DMRF website at dystonia-foundation.org to learn more about online, virtual, and in-person support groups where you can make meaningful connections. #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Be self-care aware! Give yourself permission to take a break when life with dystonia feels overwhelming. #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

It’s not too late to register and join us in the Hanson Cabin at the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport on Nov. 1 for Connecticut Dystonia Zoo Day. Check-in and registration begin at 9:30 am, with the program starting at 10:30 am. bit.ly/3qDcN1W #dystonia #dmrf

Visit the Find a Doctor on the new DMRF website, with additional search fields to help you find a movement disorder specialist near you. dystonia-foundation.org/ #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Brain donors are making a difference by providing researchers with invaluable brain tissue for study. This priceless gift allows researchers to study actual tissue which is key to learning more and brings us closer to finding a cure. bit.ly/4z04o6g #dystonia #dmrf

Having dystonia can be a stressful experience. The DMRF offers support groups and educational materials to let people with dystonia know that they are not alone. #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Relaxation techniques are important ways to take care of yourself, especially with chronic conditions like dystonia. #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Visit the new DMRF website: Virtual and in-person events are listed chronologically with additional information. It is also easier to toggle between DMRF events and individual fundraisers. dystonia-foundation.org/ #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Sharing our lived experiences can be very powerful. Offer support to others in the dystonia community by holding space for their story. #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Living with dystonia presents daily challenges. Don’t be afraid to take some time out to take care of yourself. #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Visit the new online calendar on the DMRF website, with listings of support group meetings and featured events such as Dystonia Zoo Days and webinars. dystonia-foundation.org/ #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Did you know that you don't have to live in a particular geographic area to join a virtual support group? If you see a meeting on the website calendar that you'd like to attend, reach out to the group leaders for more details. dystonia-foundation.org/supp… #dystonia #dmrf

Oct. 10 is #WorldMentalHealthDay. The theme is "Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change." Members of the dystonia community have a lived experience of a rare neurological disorder. Resources related to dystonia are on the DMRF website: bit.ly/4zcS56x #dystonia

Join us at the Connecticut Dystonia Zoo Day on Nov. 1. Zoo Day is a meaningful way to come together and remind each other that no one has to face dystonia alone. Register by the Oct. 14 t-shirt deadline: bit.ly/3qDcN1W #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Stay in the know about what is happening with research, advocacy, education and other resources in the dystonia community with the DMRF monthly e-newsletter. The October e-news is now available: conta.cc/4dJATNy #dystonia #dmrf #dystoniafoundation

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Boston Dystonia Zoo Day this weekend. The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation is especially grateful for the support of our volunteers and sponsors. Photos from the event are available here: bit.ly/4y3s6NP #dystonia #dmrf