Peer Support

Peer Support

Cure JM offers a variety of family and peer support resources and programs for parents, children, teens, and young adults who are affected by juvenile myositis. We invite all clinicians and providers to share the following flyers with newly diagnosed and current JM patients which highlight our mission, deliver standardized resources, and offer support. 

Click here for resources on how to start your own JDM Clinic 

Click here for resources to share with your patients and families 


  • Join Cure JM  Everyone is invited to join, including friends, families, and healthcare providers.  Join today and receive a free copy of the book Myositis and You, the leading guide to juvenile myositis care.
  • Get support in our private Facebook group.  
  • Attend an Event  Participate in Town Halls online, attend in-person events or participate in research.  Many participation opportunities can be done from home.
  • Join our Advocates Council  This is a group of patients age 18-30 who are supporting each other and others.

Skin Disease for Clinicians

Dr. Victoria Werth, M.D., discusses the identification and treatment of skin manifestations associated with dermatomyositis. Her talk covers diagnostic criteria, various skin manifestations, the latest treatment approaches, and the complexities of managing this condition, all aimed at improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Doctor with parent and juvenile myositis patient.

Treatment Plans for Juvenile Myositis

A treatment plan is based on many factors, including the severity and expression of the juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM). Each case is different and the symptoms can change over time.

Join Cure JM

Membership is free and we’ll connect you with a network of support, encouragement, and resources.

Cure JM supports families, patients, and the juvenile myositis research community.

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