Caring for Kids with Scleroderma

Navigating scleroderma with your child can be uniquely challenging. We understand the need for a supportive community and the necessity of essential information to guide you through this journey. We are pleased to offer Caring for Kids with Scleroderma, a pediatric-focused conference for parents of kids and teens with scleroderma. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and find your community!

Our excellent lineup of presenters will leave you feeling knowledgeable and empowered. They include:

Dr. Kathryn Torok: Director, Pediatric Scleroderma Clinic at UPMC Chilren's Hospital of Pittsburgh. 

Dr. Marisa S. Klein-Gitelman: Division Head Rheumatology, Professor of Pediatrics, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Dr. Jennifer La Civita: Associate Professor, Psychologist, Art Therapist, Department Chair, Adler University

Brooke Hornbaker: Yoga Instructor, Just Be Yoga

For full schedule and info visit www.stopscleroderma.org/caringforkids.

Presenters are subject to change.

We are happy to be able to provide this conference free of charge, but please know there are costs associated with every registration. If you can not attend, please notify us and cancel by Friday, April 17.  

Schedule at a Glance:

FRIDAY, APRIL 24:

5:00 - 6:30 pm Welcome Reception / Networking 

SATURDAY, APRIL 25:

8 - 9 am Registration & Networking Breakfast

9:00 - 9:30 Welcome & Opening Remarks

9:30 - 12:30 Presentations & Activities

12:30-1:30 Networking Lunch

1:30-4:30 Presentations & Activities

Breakfast and Lunch are provided at no cost. 

Please note, we are not able to provide babysitting services. All children in attendance are expected to be in session. Siblings and other family members are welcome.