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Join the GFPD November 13th – 15th in Los Angeles, CA for our West Coast Regional Meetup! This in-person gathering brings together families, caregivers, individuals with peroxisomal disorders, healthcare professionals, researchers, and medical experts for a weekend of connection, learning, and community.
These meetups help reduce isolation, provide valuable education, and create meaningful opportunities to connect with others who understand the realities of living with a rare disease.
GFPD REGIONAL MEETUP REGISTRATION LINK: https://wkf.ms/4jacrIK
LEARN MORE BY READING BELOW OR BY CLICKING HERE https://thegfpd.org/los-angeles-regional-meetup-2026/
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- GFPD Warriors
- Families and Caregivers
- GFPD Medical & Scientific Advisors
- Advocates and Professionals
Whether you’re newly diagnosed or a longtime community member, this event is designed to support connection, education, and shared experience.
LOCATION AND HOTEL INFORMATION:
Homewood Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport
6151 W. Century Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90045
The GFPD has secured a discounted room block at $165.00/night for attendees.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To receive this rate, you will receive a specific hotel reservation link after registering for the meetup via the GFPD registration link.
Guests booking within the GFPD room block receive the discounted room rate, a reduced overnight parking rate of $15.00 per night (regularly $60.00 per night), complimentary breakfast, and Wi-Fi.
TRAVEL STIPENDS & ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT:
To help reduce financial barriers, the GFPD offers limited travel stipends for families, including bereaved families, who need assistance attending. Stipends may be used toward travel-related expenses, including mileage/gas, lodging, or other associated costs with attending this meetup.
Apply by October 28th, 2026
Travel stipend decisions will be shared promptly, with all applicants notified no later than October 30th
GFPD TRAVEL STIPEND APPLICATION: https://wkf.ms/4yK527I
QUESTIONS:
For any questions about the meetup, registration, or travel stipends, please reach out to:
Katie Sacra, Director of Family and Community Engagement at [email protected]
Ryan Maple, Executive Director at [email protected]
Sponsorship inquiries to support meetups should be directed to:
Kevin Johnson, Partnerships Advisor at [email protected]
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Los Angeles, California, 550 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045-5814, United States, El Segundo
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