Date: 17 October 2026
Time: 10.30 am
Location: Dome Manning Meeting Room, 144 Manning Rd, Karawara, WA 

Social Support Groups are relaxed, informal gatherings where people living with Scleroderma can connect, share experiences, and build friendships. These meetups focus on casual conversation and emotional support in a friendly environment, without structured activities or formal facilitation. New financial members are always welcome, and this is a safe space to bring family and friends who support you.

For more details or to RSVP, email Justine Jackson on:  supportgroups@sclerodermavictoria.com.au

Date: 24 October 2026
Time: 10:00 am  
Location: Online via Zoom

Hosted by Scleroderma Australia

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Join our National Monthly Online Support Group from the comfort of your home! Connect with others who are living with or supporting someone with scleroderma. Share your experiences, and find encouragement in a relaxed, friendly online setting and learn from one another. Whether you’re new or returning, everyone’s welcome to chat, listen, and support each other. No need to travel, just log in, especially if you’re unable to access a local, state-based support group.

Register for Scleroderma Australia National Online Support Group – 26 September 2026

Date: 24 October 2026
Time: 10.30 am
Location: Mornington Community Centre - 3/91 Wilsons Road, Mornington, VIC, 3931

SPIN Support Groups are led by trained and certified facilitators who have completed the SPIN SSLED program, ensuring a supportive, knowledgeable, and inclusive environment. These groups offer a safe space to share experiences, build meaningful connections, and access accurate, evidence‑based information tailored to people living with Scleroderma. With a strong focus on education, empowerment, and health literacy, SPIN groups help members feel more confident navigating health systems and advocating for their needs.

We’d love you to join us. New financial members are always welcome, and you’re encouraged to bring family or friends who support you. It’s a safe, welcoming community where everyone is respected and valued.

For more details or to RSVP, email Louise Inglese on: vicepresident@sclerodermavictoria.com.au

Date: 5 November 2026
Time: 10:45 am
Location: Wohlers Cafe, 165 Richmond Rd, Richmond, 5033, SA

Hosted by Pauline Sim

Social Support Groups are relaxed, informal gatherings where people living with Scleroderma can connect, share experiences, and build friendships. These meetups focus on casual conversation and emotional support in a friendly environment, without structured activities or formal facilitation. New financial members are always welcome, and this is a safe space to bring family and friends who support you.

For more details or to RSVP, email us at: supportgroups@sclerodermavictoria.com.au

Date: 9 November 2026
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Geelong RSL – 50 Barwon Heads Rd, Belmont, VIC, 3216

SPIN Support Groups are facilitated by trained and certified leaders who have completed the SPIN SSLED program. These groups provide a safe, inclusive environment where participants can share experiences, build friendships, and access accurate, evidence-based information. With a strong focus on education, empowerment, and health literacy, SPIN groups help members feel confident navigating health systems and advocating for themselves. New financial members are always welcome, and this is a safe space to bring family and friends who support you.

For more details or to RSVP, email Janelle Blight on:  supportgroups@sclerodermavictoria.com.au

Date:  10 November 2026
Time: 11:30 am
Location: RSL Bentleigh – 538 Centre Road, Bentleigh, 3204, VIC

Peer Support Groups offer a welcoming blend of social connection and gentle structure. While they aren’t led by certified facilitators, our group leaders understand our organisation’s purpose and values, helping to guide the conversation in a supportive and inclusive way. These sessions include relaxed chats, discussion topics, and organisational updates, along with helpful resources to build health literacy and strengthen self‑advocacy.

We’d love you to join us. New financial members are always welcome, and you’re encouraged to bring along family or friends who support you. It’s a safe, respectful space where everyone is valued.

For more details or to RSVP, email Bron Robinson on: fundraising@sclerodermavictoria.com.au

Date: 20 November 2026
Time: 10.30 am
Location: Bodhi Tree Cafe, 1/416–418 Oxford St, Mount Hawthorn WA

Social Support Groups are relaxed, informal gatherings where people living with Scleroderma can connect, share experiences, and build friendships. These meetups focus on casual conversation and emotional support in a friendly environment, without structured activities or formal facilitation. New financial members are always welcome, and this is a safe space to bring family and friends who support you.

For more details or to RSVP, email Justine Jackson on:  supportgroups@sclerodermavictoria.com.au

Scleroderma Victoria is delighted to share that the Scleroderma Patient-centered Intervention Network (SPIN), in collaboration with 14 scleroderma organisations from around the world, will once again host its highly anticipated online event:

What’s New in Scleroderma Research: An Online Event for Patients & Families

This unique event brings together researchers and people with lived experience to co-present the latest developments in scleroderma research. Importantly, all presentations are selected by a patient panel and designed to make research accessible, practical and relevant for people living with scleroderma, their families and carers.

Whether you want to learn about emerging research, better understand developments in care and treatment, or simply stay informed about the global scleroderma landscape, this event is not to be missed.

Date: 21 November 2026
Format: Online
Sessions: Separate English and French events

This is a wonderful opportunity to hear directly from leading researchers and patient partners about the work that is shaping the future of scleroderma care and support.

Register Now

Making research accessible, understandable and meaningful for people living with scleroderma.

Date: 28 November 2026
Time: 10.30 am
Location: Mornington Community Centre - 3/91 Wilsons Road, Mornington, VIC, 3931

SPIN Support Groups are led by trained and certified facilitators who have completed the SPIN SSLED program, ensuring a supportive, knowledgeable, and inclusive environment. These groups offer a safe space to share experiences, build meaningful connections, and access accurate, evidence‑based information tailored to people living with Scleroderma. With a strong focus on education, empowerment, and health literacy, SPIN groups help members feel more confident navigating health systems and advocating for their needs.

We’d love you to join us. New financial members are always welcome, and you’re encouraged to bring family or friends who support you. It’s a safe, welcoming community where everyone is respected and valued.

For more details or to RSVP, email Louise Inglese on: vicepresident@sclerodermavictoria.com.au

Date: 2 December September 2026
Time: 12.30 pm
Venue: The Old England Hotel, 459 Lower Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg

Hosted by Jane Ryder

Social Support Groups are relaxed, informal gatherings where people living with Scleroderma can connect, share experiences, and build friendships. These meetups focus on casual conversation and emotional support in a friendly environment, without structured activities or formal facilitation.

We’d love for you to join us! New financial members are always welcome, and this is a safe space to bring family and friends who support you.

For more details or to RSVP, email Jane Rhyder on:  supportgroups@sclerodermavictoria.com.au