The Lupus Foundation of America, Philadelphia Tri-State Chapter is part of a national force devoted to solving the cruel mystery of lupus while providing caring support to those who suffer from its brutal impact. With the help of informed volunteers, lupus medical experts, and committed and caring supporters, we: -Support research and conduct education programs so everyone affected by lupus can have an improved quality of life; -Provide information to ensure people with lupus and their families get answers and health professionals know about new means to diagnose and manage the disease; and, -Conduct activities to increase awareness of lupus, rally public support for those who are affected by lupus, and advocate on their behalf. Currently the only chapter of the Lupus Foundation of America in Pennsylvania, we provide direct services in the southeastern part of the state including Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Lancaster, Lebanon, Montgomery, Northampton, and Philadelphia counties as well as seven southern New Jersey counties including Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem, and the entire state of Delaware.