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The Tourette Association of America Utah Chapter is a volunteer led, nonprofit organization supporting the needs of individuals and families affected by Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders. We are committed to raising public awareness and fostering social acceptance; advancing scientific understanding, treatment options and care; educating professionals to better serve the needs of children, adults and families challenged by Tourette and Tic Disorders; advocating for public policies and services that promote positive school, work and social environments; Providing help, hope and a supportive community across the nation; and empowering our community to deal with the complexities of this spectrum of disorders. The Utah Tic Lab also serves this community. Founder and Director: Michael B. Himle, Ph.D. Resource Referral Line:  (801) 585-7114 Salt Lake City, UT Clinic website: https://www.facebook.com/UtahTicLab/ Email: [email protected]

Events

Utah County Support Group Meetings

Our Utah County meetings are on the first Thursday of most months at 7:00 pm at the Provo City Library, 550 North University Avenue, Provo Utah 84601. Room number will be posted at the library.

Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to bring family (including children) and friends. We would love to see you there!

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2020 Meeting Dates:

April 2

May  7

June 4

August 6

September 3

October 1

November 5

Salt Lake County Support Group Meetings

Our Salt Lake County meetings are on the second Thursday of most months at 7:00 pm at our University of Utah meeting location in the Imaging and Neuroscience Center. The INC is at 729 Arapeen Drive.

Everyone is welcome. Please feel free to bring family (including children) and friends. We’d love to see you there!

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2020 Meeting Dates:

April 9

May 14

June 11

August 13

September 10

October 8

November 12

Services

Youth Ambassador Program

The TAA Youth Ambassador Program brings together, trains and supports teens to advocate for and talk about Tourette and Tic Disorders in their community, with their elected officials and before their peers at school, sports leagues, scout troops, camps and after-school programs. Learn More

Education In-Service

The TAA conducts in-service presentations around the state with various schools on an as needed basis. It can make a tremendous difference in your child’s academic experience to have the school staff educated about the many facets of TS. Learn More

The Utah Tic Lab - University of Utah

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT

Founder and Director: Michael B. Himle, Ph.D.

Resource Referral Line:  (801) 585-7114

Clinic website: https://www.facebook.com/UtahTicLab/

Email: [email protected]

Location: Clinic website: https://www.facebook.com/UtahTicLab/ Email: [email protected]

Leadership

Heather Allred, Chairperson