SERVICES

The Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington (TSAGW) is dedicated to serving the needs of families and individuals dealing with Tourette Syndrome, and the professionals who serve them, in the Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C area.

TSAGW is one of 47 local chapters of the Tourette Syndrome Association, the only national, non-profit organization for Tourette Syndrome in the United States. TSA is headquartered in Bayside, New York.

Please spend some time on our website learning more about Tourette Syndrome and our chapter services. Whether you're an individual with TS, an educator, a health care professional or other service provider, or a family member or friend of someone with TS, we have information and resources on the site that you'll find helpful.

Your comments, questions, and ideas are always welcome! Click on "Contact Us" at the top of the page to get in touch. Thanks for stopping by and please come again often!

This page provides family caregivers and friends with valuable information on providing quality care for and maintaining a meaningful relationship with the person who has Tourette Syndrome. It also connects you with important resources and support services.

Please contact TSAGW's office for details on any of the services listed below
	Helpline
	A one-on-one conversation that can help to draw out issues, guide in an avenue of treatment, direct a member to the appropriate services and share compassion and understanding. Click here to find out how you can contact us.
	Support Groups
	Held at various locations throughout TSAGW's geographical area. These informal meetings provide the chance to meet other TS patient/families who face similar challenges, and to give support and encouragement to one another. Click here to go to Support Groups Section
	Chapter Meetings
	Held held several times a year around the chapter area. These meetings contain opportunities for panel discussions, presentations, updates, and networking.
	Literature Distribution
	Providing pamphlets and publications to educate persons with TS, their families, school personnel and employers about diagnosis, symptoms, medications, social issues, and laws affecting TS.
	Newsletter
	Distributed quarterly, contains pertinent articles written by professionals and patient/families. Includes support group information, calendar of events, extensive educational and social resources and more.
	School Presentation
	School Presentation - Given by volunteers to both students and staff upon request of school or parent. Informs about symptoms of TS and associated disorders as well as possible accommodations and modifications.
	Buddy System
	Buddy System - Upon request we pair up members in similar situation to help each other to cope.
	Referral
	Referral - Provide lists of physicians, lawyers, educational advocates, school sponsored parent training centers and organizations that teach social skills. Also parents can request 'TS Buddies' for their 'TS Kids'.
	Professional Services
	Professional Services - Offer diagnostic/treatment guides and videos, research literature, and referral to interested physicians and allied professionals. Also, initiation and support of TS symposiums and conferences.

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