Mission: Our mission as the central voice in Michigan is to help prevent Lyme Disease and other Tick-Borne Disorders while helping to support research. Providing support and education to Lyme Disease patients, caregivers, Health Care Professionals and the general public.
Target demographics: with support, education and research on Tick-Borne Diseases.
Direct beneficiaries per year: Research in Michigan, Doctor Education, Public Education
Geographic areas served: State of Michigan
Programs: Educational Lectures to Organizations/Businesses. Hosting Conferences to Educate Physicians. Supporting Research efforts. Setting up educational booths to educate the public. Setting up support groups to help patients.
This organization has been a wealth of information for myself and loved ones whom I am trying to help. I have called members of the MLDA multiple times and they have always been receptive to answering my questions, providing direction to websites to visit or books to read, I cannot say enough good things about the caring demeanor of Linda and others in the MLDA. They have never solicited donations when I have called, rather at every turn they have been completely dedicated to helping and providing information. A true definition of a non-profit
I do not have Lyme disease but this association has really informed me of the disease and what to look for and even how to educate others on what Lyme disease is. The MLDA has many brouchers and other informative materials. It truly is a great organization.
This organization helped me tremendously when I needed information about my illness. I received support I needed such as doctor information, treatment options, support groups and online forums. I have referred several people here as well.
I am thankful for Michigan Lyme Disease Association for assisting me after being diagnosed with this disease. My doctors didn't understand my illness and MLDA was instrumental in getting me a correct diagnosis and a doctor who could treat me. Don't know where I would be right now without their help!
The Michigan Lyme Disease Association is very important to people in Michigan because few people understand this illness. MLDA is a source of valuable information about doctors and also about the illness.
I have referred MLDA to many people I know in order for them to get educated and diagnosed and ultimately treated for this disease.
MLDA put on a conference last fall that had information for doctors as well as patients. It was a day long seminar with speakers from across the nation that provided excellent information related to testing, research and treatment.
I also attend support group meetings and there is an online forum for ongoing information.
I had Lyme Disease about 25 years ago and it went into remission. However it came back about 4-5 years ago. In googling it I found the MLDA and allied. The president directed me to a LLMD (which I had no clue what that meant then). They also sent me a lot of information on LD and answered a lot of questions. I was also given a list of names I could contact for support sand eventually started a support group in my area. I wouldn't be here today if it weren't for the MLDA. They supported me at my lowest points and ow I'm able to give back. They also have an e mail support for those that prefer that way as well as many FB groups on Lyme Disease. It's great getting new info and communicate with someone who understands what I'm going through. I will forever be grateful for this non profit organization
I am a member of the MLDA. I was so appreciative of how much I was able to learn from it's members and especially the board members that I joined the board. I have learned more about Lyme and received so much support from everyone involved in this charity. It is non profit and while so many of the individual board members have Lyme Disease and are therefore often sick, they put a lot of effort into helping others and are a wonderful source of support. They are very involved in all research and extremely knowledgeable in the various treatment options. They advocate on behalf of anyone that needs help. They are very involved in trying to keep the publice aware of what parts of the state of Michigan are at highest risk for places where the disease is showing up the highest. This is not to deter people from going to these parts but so they know to make sure they protect themselves if they are going to be outside in those locations. I can't say thank you enough to the board and all volunteers who are there to listen and help in any way possible.
There is no better non profit agency. I have dealt with many over the years and never received the support from it's members or board members. They are full of info that has helped me in more ways than I can count. Very informative and always trying to help doctors learn as well. The money is strictly used for Lyme. Everyone and everything done is through volunteers and the President. Without her and the volunteers I would be lost. They have also helped my family learn about Lyme so they better understand what I am going through.
MLDA provides a wealth of information on all things Lyme related. I especially like their interest in homeopathic resources. As I've learned Lyme cannot be treated by conventional medications alone. Linda has been an invaluable resource and all the MLDA members owe her a great deal of gratitude.
Michigan Lyme has been a god send for me. I was at a point where I was runnung out of options. Then I contacted Michigan Lyme and was put on the right track for proper testing that confirmed the diagnosis. I have called for support and help many times and had nothing but good positive responces.
I've had and been disabled with Lyme Disease for 25 yrs. It is a most serious and complicated disease. MLDA is vital to education, fundraising, outreach, in MI. The president, Linda Lobes, is an extremely devoted worker who has been a much need resource and support for myself as well as many other patients, physicians and others in MI. I can't say enough positive things about this organization.
MLDA is a continual source of valuble information and support for myself as well as hundreds of others. I visit the online support group almost daily. Sometimes I ask a question or sometimes I just learn by reading input from others. It helps me to not feel so isolated ecspecially when I'm unable to get out due to fatigue or head pain. MLDA is by far my favorite non=profit group!
Michigan Lyme Disease Association has organized support groups throughout the state as well as on line that provide Lyme Disease patients, family, and friends with education and support. This has been extremely helpful to me on my journey thru this difficult and devastating disease. I don't know what I'd do without it. Sometimes Lyme is disabling and the online support helps us to not feel so isolated and to be able to share information with each other. I know any monies that are won would go to great use as there is much education needed about Lyme, the fastest growing bacterial infection in America.
The MLDA is a wonderful organization with caring and dedicated individuals, who are a great resource for those who need help with anything to do with Lyme Disease and associated confections. We strive to raise awareness through many research campaigns, brochures and much more. All to often we provide support to those in need to many newly diagnosed patients and health professionals seeking additional information. Without the MLDA, many would struggle in knowing where to go for help or information on what Lyme Disease is all about. I'm happy to serve as a board member, in continuing to help educate the public and assist in much of the planning the goes on for the association.
I've had lyme disease now for 18 years but took a year to get diagnosed. I was quite young at the time, 15 years old and my mom was desperate for help. We thank God every day that we came across the MLDA, and the president Linda at the time. She helped us immensely and has helped me to want to give back by joining the board. Without the MLDA, many people would be lost. They are THE best non-profit I know. I don't know where I'd be today without them.
The MLDA has been the best non-profit organization I have worked with. I have never worked with a more caring organization as this one. They help so many people that are looking for information. I for one would be lost without the MLDA, they have been a constant resource for me for the past 17 years. The president of this organization is a God send to us all.
I'm not sure where I would be without the MLDA. Getting sick 16 years ago while still being in high school, my mom and I were lost. We had no idea where to go for help and information until we found the MLDA. We received all the information and compassion that we needed to get me help and treatment. Before this, we had been givin a lot of mis-guided information and told it didn't exist even with a positive blood test. Since then, I have had many people concerned about contracting the disease and I send them straight to the MLDA for answers, tips, and any info they are looking for. This organization means so much to those of us that have been suffering from Lyme, our community wouldn't survive without it. The president and members are compassionate and always so helpful! WE LOVE the MLDA!
