Wake Up Narcolepsy

Community Catalyst Volunteer Monthly Spark Session
2026-04-16 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join us for our first WUN Community Catalyst program “Spark Session” – designed for WUN volunteers. Meet other changemakers, brainstorm awareness opportunities and discuss ways to support your local Narcolepsy community.
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Living with Narcolepsy: LGBTQIA+ Support Group
2026-04-17 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-01 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
The LGBTQIA+ groups for people with Narcolepsy meets on Fridays and offers a shared space for attendees to bring their most pressing concerns as people living with Narcolepsy who are also part of the LGBTQIA+ community. The group offers a peer-to-peer platform for those struggling with isolation, symptom management, support, health and for those seeking ways to become advocates.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Living with Narcolepsy: Saturday Support Group
2026-04-18 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-25 13:30 - 14:30, 2026-05-02 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
The living with Narcolepsy group is an open drop-in for adults affected by Narcolepsy. The group offers weekly support based on participant needs as they arise while navigating life with Narcolepsy. Led by people directly affected by the condition, this is an ideal group to bring your current concerns and challenges to. While the focus is towards PWN, care-givers, parents and spouses are also warmly invited to participate within the peer to peer platform.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Narcolepsy 101 Support Group
2026-04-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-03 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
All are invited to attend, listen in, and participate as needed in this series. Having a Narcolepsy or Idiopathic Hypersomnia diagnosis is life altering. We’re here to help you get your bearings, help you understand which questions to ask, and make sure you have whatever you need to advocate for yourself no matter where you are in your N/IH journey.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Living with Narcolepsy: Comorbidities Support Group
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
Navigating multiple medical diagnoses can be challenging! Living with Narcolepsy- Comorbidities is a unique group for individuals that experience the daily management of multiple health diagnoses along with Narcolepsy. The group is an open drop-in for adults living with Narcolepsy and at least one other chronic condition that affects daily life or function. The group offers weekly support based on participant needs as they arise. Led by people directly affected by multiple chronic conditions, this is an ideal group to bring your current concerns and challenges to. While the focus is towards PWNs, care-givers, parents and spouses are also warmly invited to participate within the peer to peer platform.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Parents & Loved Ones of Persons with Narcolepsy Support Group
2026-04-20 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-27 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-04 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
Parents face many challenges when caring for a child with narcolepsy. No one understands better than another parent. Join us to discuss your challenges and celebrate your successes. Meetings will cover topics from selfcare, medication, school, relationships, work, driving, insurance, or anything that is on your mind.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

College & Careers with Narcolepsy Support Group
2026-04-21 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-05 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
This support group is for individuals currently navigating college and careers with a diagnosis of Narcolepsy. Our focus is on relevant issues, such as symptom management, school, work, relationships, exercise, health and diet. Attendees are welcome to bring their most pressing concerns to the group for peer-to-peer support. Discussions are guided by a peer facilitator, with Narcolepsy, navigating the same issues. Meetings are held each Tuesday online and require registration, which is free of charge.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Living with Narcolepsy Support Group
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website

Living with Narcolepsy - Later Option - Support Group
2026-04-22 22:00 - 23:00, 2026-04-29 22:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
The living with Narcolepsy group is an open drop-in for adults affected by narcolepsy. The group offers weekly support based on participant needs as they arise while navigating life with Narcolepsy. Led by people directly affected by the condition, this is an ideal group to bring your current concerns and challenges to. While the focus is towards PWN, care-givers, parents and spouses are also warmly invited to participate within the peer to peer platform. This group is scheduled at a later hour for those on the West Coast, but is open to everyone!
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Living with Narcolepsy: Canada Support Group
2026-04-23 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-04-30 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | HeyPeers Website
The living with Narcolepsy-Canada group is an open drop-in for Canadian adults affected by Narcolepsy. The group offers weekly support based on participant needs as they arise while navigating life with Narcolepsy. Led by people directly affected by the condition, this is an ideal group to bring your current concerns and challenges to. While the focus is towards PWNs, care-givers, parents and spouses are also warmly invited to participate within the peer to peer platform.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Pregnancy & Parenting with Narcolepsy Support Group
2026-04-23 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-30 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
In this group, women with Narcolepsy are offered support through pregnancy and parenting young children. Our expert facilitators all have Narcolepsy and have experienced pregnancy, childbirth, breast feeding and raising young children. The meetings allow participants to ask questions and share experiences related to all aspects of this particularly challenging time of life.
Wake Up Narcolepsy offers weekly online free support groups through Heypeers. More information and the full schedule can be found here.

Wake Up Narcolepsy 2026 National Summit
2026-04-25 | Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile, 1633 N St Clair St, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
This no-cost, one-day hybrid summit in Chicago, Illinois, is for people with Narcolepsy (or Idiopathic Hypersomnia), their families, educators, clinicians, researchers and those just looking to learn more. Leading experts, such as Dr. Bruce Corser, Dr. Christopher J. Allen, Dr. Nicole Eugene & Dr. Alicia Roth, and community members will share about the latest research and treatment options, impact of Narcolepsy, managing mental health, advocating for yourself and how to live a full life with Narcolepsy.
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This is a unique opportunity to make connections with others living with Narcolepsy, mingle with sleep professionals and get to know WUN better. The summit format offers an interesting mix of individual speakers, panels and support groups.
On Saturday, coffee, continental breakfast, lunch, snacks and day of parking are all included for no cost. If you are planning on staying on property, please use this link to book your room at the Hyatt at the special discounted rate!
We hope to see you there! In the meantime, check out the recordings and recap of our 2025 summit.

Thank you to our 2026 National Summit Sponsors!
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Schedule:
All times are in Central Time (CT)
9:00 – 10:00 AM – From Narcolepsy Symptoms to Solutions
Bruce Corser, MD, FAASM
10:00 – 10:45 AM – My Journey: Living with Narcolepsy
Melanie Wang
10:55 – 11:45 AM – Advice I’d Give as a Sleep Doctor for a Decade – If I Wasn’t Afraid of Hurting Your Feelings
Chris J. Allen, MD
1:00 – 2:15 PM – Ask the Experts Interactive Panel
Dr. Corser, Dr. Allen, Dr. Eugene, Dr. Roth
2:15 – 4:45 PM – Workshop: Exploring Your Story
Nicole Eugene, PhD, Alicia Roth, PhD

Southern Utah WUN Community Gathering
2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix)
Wake Up Narcolepsy (WUN) is excited to collaborate with Sleepy Peeps, a student-led Sleep Health & Awareness Club at Utah Tech University focused on promoting sleep health and raising awareness of invisible sleep disorders.
Join us for this no-cost workshop to learn more, connect with others and support this growing campus community. Food and drinks will be provided.
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Cardiovascular Disease and Narcolepsy Webinar
2026-05-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Join WUN and Dr. Virend Somers of Mayo Clinic for a conversation on cardiovascular disease and Narcolepsy. We’ll explore current research in this area and why it matters for sleep and heart health.
Bring your questions and join us for a discussion designed to help you feel informed, supported and more confident in understanding your health.
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Thank you to our partners: WomenHeart!
Thank you also to our sponsors: Jazz Pharmaceuticals!
