Lupus Foundation of America, Heartland Region holds St. Louis area fundraiser to raise awareness and support research with community walk at Queeny Park
T.J. Geist, principal advocate at Allsup
Belleville, Illinois, Sept. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Allsup, the nation’s premier disability representation company®, is proud to be a silver sponsor of the “2026 Walk To End Lupus Now, St. Louis” scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19, at Queeny Park by the Lupus Foundation of America, Heartland Region.
The in-person event begins at 9 a.m. and brings together people from the St. Louis metro area to support lupus awareness, raise funds and recognize those affected by this debilitating disease.
“Allsup is proud to advance the foundation’s mission by raising awareness, strengthening community connections and helping improve patient care and financial stability,” said T.J. Geist, principal advocate at Allsup. “A serious illness can disrupt a person’s health, employment and financial security all at once. Through expert SSDI representation and Disability Financial Solutions®, we help individuals protect their financial well-being and move forward with greater confidence.”
The disease impact can be financially significant, according to recent research and national figures indicating approximately 1.5 million Americans are living with lupus.
Allsup provides resources and assistance to individuals with lupus who are navigating the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) process. By offering guidance and support, their disability specialists help those affected by lupus access the benefits they need for financial stability and healthcare.
For more than 42 years, Allsup has helped thousands of individuals with lupus successfully receive SSDI, including monthly income and access to Medicare coverage. SSDI is a federal disability insurance program for U.S. workers and is earned with their FICA payroll taxes.
To register for the walk, donate or learn more, visit 2026 Walk To End Lupus Now, St. Louis.
ABOUT THE LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA
The Lupus Foundation of America is the national force devoted to solving the mystery of lupus, one of the world’s cruelest, most unpredictable and devastating diseases, while giving caring support to those who suffer from its brutal impact. Through a comprehensive program of research, education, and advocacy, we lead the fight to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus. Learn more about the Lupus Foundation of America, Heartland Region at lupus.org/heartland.
ABOUT ALLSUP
Allsup and its subsidiaries provide nationwide Social Security disability, veterans disability appeal, disability financial solutions, return to work, and healthcare benefits services for individuals, their employers and insurance carriers. Allsup professionals deliver specialized services supporting people with disabilities and seniors so they may lead lives that are as financially secure and as healthy as possible. Founded in 1984, the company is based in Belleville, Illinois, near St. Louis. Learn more at Allsup.com or download a free PDF of Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance: Getting It Right The First Time.
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- T.J. Geist, principal advocate at Allsup
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