1st Saturdays Group

The 1st Saturdays Lyme Support Group is for people living with Lyme Disease and other tick-borne illnesses and their support partners. Come share experiences, resources, and strategies.
All meetings are on Zoom at 1:00-2:30pm ET.
Please read the Support Group Agreement before clicking on the “Register Now” link to sign-up for any of the following Saturday Support Group dates:
June 7, 2025: Register Here
July 5, 2025: Register Here
Meet the facilitators:

Leslie Carey
1st Saturdays: Lyme Support Group Facilitator
Leslie holds a Master’s in Social Work from UAlbany and has worked in the human services field for more than thirty years. Having had tick borne illnesses, she learned first hand that symptoms and treatment were both physically and emotionally challenging. Leslie wants to give back to the community and support clients in their healing journeys.

Maria Malaguti, Executive Director
3rd Wednesdays: Chronic Illness Support and Wellness Group Facilitator
With a certificate in non-profit management and BA from Marlboro College Vt, Maria founded the Lyme Disease Resource Center as a way to educate and support those who are affected by Lyme Disease and other tick-borne illness. Maria is passionate about supporting clients of the center to find ways to cope with and thrive in the face of illness.