A new support group has been formed to help Moorestown and area residents manage the challenges of Raynaud’s Phenomenon, an exaggerated sensitivity to cold temperatures.
“We want residents to know they don’t have to suffer in silence or isolation,” said Marilyn Fishman, leader of the new Raynaud’s Association, who manages the challenges of the condition herself. “By bringing the community together, even virtually, we can share the latest medical insights and practical tips for staying warm.”
Raynaud’s Phenomenon is a condition where blood vessels overreact to cold temperatures or emotional stress, causing skin to turn white or blue, often accompanied by pain or numbness. The support group is a space for residents to share coping strategies, discover new warming products and find a supportive community.
The national Raynaud’s Association – a nonprofit founded in 1992 – raises awareness and educates the public about the condition, which can be painful and, for some, may cause serious blood vessel damage, according to the association’s website. It also helps people understand that Raynaud’s should not be dismissed as a mere nuisance.
“The idea is to get together and share what works, what helps …” explained Fishman, who discovered the Raynaud’s Association years ago. “Everyone is so different, that what works for one person is not necessarily going to work for somebody else.
“The goal is partly to promote what Raynaud’s is and how to deal with it, and like any support group,” she added, “getting sufferers together so that they can commiserate and talk about their challenges and how they’ve met them.”
The local group’s first session will be a virtual meet and greet via Google Meet on Monday, March 23, at 7 p.m. Future dates, times and other details will be discussed to ensure meetings are convenient for most members going forward.
For more information on the Raynaud’s Association or Raynaud’s Phenomenon, or to join the meeting, visit raynauds.org/2026/03/02/announcing-a-new-raynauds-support-group-in-southern-nj/.
