Wellness. Support. Awareness.
To enrich the quality of life of those living with scleroderma in Atlantic Canada.
Support Makes all the Difference
The Scleroderma Atlantic community is made up of patients, loved ones, healthcare experts, and supporters.
And we all share the same goal: Helping those living with scleroderma enjoy better lives — a better outlook.
What is Scleroderma?
Scleroderma is a rare, progressive, and chronic autoimmune connective tissue disorder that causes excess collagen accumulation. “Sclero” means “hard” and “derma” means “skin”. But hardening skin is just one of many difficult symptoms that those living with scleroderma can experience.
What Do We Do?
Support
Providing financial, emotional, educational, and social support to those living with scleroderma and their caregivers in Atlantic Canada.
Education
Providing education for patients, caregivers, health care professionals, and students to increase understanding and awareness of scleroderma.
Advocacy
Engaging with medical professionals, government, and media to advocate for those living with scleroderma in Atlantic Canada.
Awareness
Spreading awareness and educating the public about scleroderma, a rare autoimmune disease, which has no known cause and no known cure.
Research
Supporting research and seeking funding to ensure better treatments are available for those living with scleroderma. Research is essential to finding a cure.
Upcoming Events
Click on an event for more details.
We now host two community meetups each month:
First Thursday at 6:30 PM (evening)
Third Friday at 11:00 AM (morning)
RSVP here: info@sclerodermaatlantic.ca
We hope you’ll enjoy this opportunity to connect with others, ask questions, and share your experiences.
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Walk of Colours and Vendor Market | Homestead Lavender Farm | Oct 3 | 10am
Admission is free to enjoy the colours along the nature trail and look-off! There will be an outdoor vendor market to celebrate local crafters, live music, a pumpkin patch, lavender hot chocolate and more! Send us an email if you’d like to carpool from Halifax!
PEI
Information Session | Benevolent Irish Society of PEI | Cultural Centre | Charlottetown, PEI | October 18 | 2pm – 4pm
This information session is designed to bring patients, families, and the broader community together. We’ll share an overview of scleroderma, hear real experiences, and give an introduction to Scleroderma Atlantic.
NB
All Seasons Inn & Restaurant | Sussex, NB | October 24 | 12:30pm
Whether you’re new to the community or have been part of it for a while, we’d love to see you at this informal lunch.
Scleroderma Runs Deep
Scleroderma takes a visible and invisible toll. Not everyone is aware. But you can change that.
Our Impact & Efforts
$60,000
Invested in scleroderma research, bringing us closer to the treatments and answers.
1,200 People
Supported across Atlantic Canada reached through our programs, events, and online community.
$48,000
Granted to Atlantic Canadians living with scleroderma through patient support programs.
Share Your Story
Your journey is unique … and your story can help others with Scleroderma know they’re not alone, while fostering broader understanding of the condition.
The David Shea Fund
This patient support and travel fund helps patients cover the medical, travel, and educational expenses they need to help them thrive.
Research Highlights
We support research that advances better treatments—and one day, a cure.
