HONORING

Nicole Fogel and Sheila Milstein

Terri Seymour
2016 Women of Achievement Award Honorees

Joan Robbins
2016 Adam Selkowitz Outstanding Volunteer Award Honoree

FASHION BY

Friday, November 18, 2016

The Beverly Hilton
#LUPUSBAGLADIES

Luncheon Chairs

Honorary Chairs

Susan Campos
Eve Somer Gerber
Angela Janklow

Janice Arouh
Carolyn Folks
Kelly Stone Singer

Luncheon Chairs

Event Coordinator
Grant Associates
Show Producer
Amy Shomer & Associates
Event Publicity
Michelle Marie PR
Invitation Design
Emily Wildhirt
Journal Design
Wedbush Securities

Noah Alexander
Lisa Arasheben
Peri Ellen Berne
Deena Blum
Jon Borland
Carrie Brillstein
Jodi Guber Brufsky
Dorothy Ellis
Quinn Ezralow
Kathy Gallagher
Marilyn Heston

Julie Jaffe
Michelle Kaye
George Kotsiopoulos
Sheila Milstein
Sarah Moritz
Marla Paxson
Alison Petrocelli
Joan Robbins
Adam Selkowitz
Laurie Selkowitz
Cio Soler

Julia Sorkin
Elizabeth Stewart
Kelly Styne
Molly Isaksen Sures
Julie Tesser
Lena Wald
Janice Wallace
Laura Wasserman
Denise Winner
Cathy Winterstern

A Message from the Chairs

Dear Friends,
We are so excited that youre joining us for Lupus LAs 14th Annual Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon! By
attending today, you are helping to raise critical funding research for lupus.
This event is designed to embrace fashion as a force for fundraising. Today, youll see models clad in the latest
collection of Ferragamo strutting across the stage, but not before having the opportunity to browse through some
highly coveted handbags. With the help and generosity of so many, we have scoured, sourced, and scored some
stunning handbags.
But we cant speak of luxury bags without paying homage to a Lupus LA volunteer by the name of Joan Robbins.
Joan works hard to support the cause by securing haute couture purses and one-of-a-kind fashion packages for
the live auction. So it seems fitting that she will be receiving the third Adam Selkowitz Outstanding Volunteer
Award today.
Were also here to bestow three extraordinary women with the 2016 Woman of Achievement Awards. Nicole Fogel
and Sheila Milstein are this amazing mother/daughter team who work tirelessly together on behalf of Lupus LA.
Terri Seymour is also being recognized today for her help in raising awareness for Lupus LA all over the world.
Also, a big thank you goes to Jenni Pulos and Jon Kelley for serving as our luncheon hosts today. We want to
give a special thanks to our fashion sponsor, Salvatore Ferragamo. Thank you to those who donated to the silent
auction. It really means so much. It is a monumental task to put together this chic assortment of designer,
celebrity and gently used handbags that come to us through the kindness of Lupus LAs many friends and
colleagues.
Finally, we want to extend our appreciation to all of you our generous luncheon guests for being Hollywood
Bag Ladies. We cant do it without you. Thank you for making the time to attend Lupus LAs 14th Annual
Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon!
Enjoy the afternoon!

Susan Campos

Eve Somer Gerber

Angela Janklow

2016 Woman of Achievement Award

NICOLE
FOGEL

Nicole Fogel was born and raised in Los Angeles by her parents, Sheila and Steven. She graduated from
Beverly Hills High School and went on to attend Chapman University, majoring in business administration.
After graduating, she worked in fashion and public relations. This led her to combine her social skills with her
corporate expertise and Nicole founded Whatever Whenever, a corporate and celebrity gifting company.
While her life was filled with so many positives coming from her career, family and friends, Nicole began to
struggle with pain that at times was debilitating. She saw some of the top specialists in the community, but
none of their treatment plans helped. In fact, her symptoms worsened. Then in 2007, there finally was a
glimmer of hope when Nicole had her first consultation with Dr. Daniel J. Wallace and after thorough testing
and examinations was diagnosed with lupus.
Her path has not been an easy one but knowing the cause was step one toward managing the difficult
symptoms she had been enduring. She underwent knee and hip surgeries as well as multiple infusions and
chemotherapy. She faced her illness head on determined to not let lupus take over her life and her trust in
Dr. Wallace was key to her improvement.
When Nicole learned that Dr. Wallace had founded an organization to bring greater awareness to the disease
and fund research toward more effective treatments and ultimately a cure for lupus, she did not hesitate to get
involved. Nicole and her mother, Sheila, met with the staff at the Lupus LA office and were hooked!
They learned about the different events Lupus LA organized, one of which was Team Lupus LAs participation
in the Los Angeles Marathon. In 2013, Nicole started Team Fogel and took part in the LA Big 5K. Three years
and three marathons later, she has raised over $50,000 for Lupus LAs research funding and programming. She
also volunteers at the organizations Get Lucky for Lupus LA annual poker tournament. Nicole generously shares
her journey with friends and other lupus patients to bring greater attention and fundraising to this devastating
disease.
Currently, Nicole is also her paternal grandmothers primary caregiver. Nicole is one of four children and
currently lives in Los Angeles with her beloved dog, Theo.
Lupus LA is pleased to present the 2016 Woman of Achievement Award to Nicole Fogel.

2016 Woman of Achievement Award

SHEILA
MILSTEIN

Sheila Milstein is highly regarded for her career achievements and community leadership. She is also one of
the nicest people you will ever meet!
A Los Angeles native, Sheila was the only child of two wonderful parents, Rose and Ted Lieberman. She was
raised in a home where great significance was put on making a difference for others. She graduated from the
University of Southern Californias School of Education and was a teacher for five years. Her vocation was
indeed her avocation. However, after her two daughters were born, Melinda in 1969 and Nicole in 1973,
family came first and she focused on raising them.
In 1995 Sheila married Roger Milstein and the past 21 years have been filled with much happiness for them.
One of their greatest pleasures is traveling, and Sheila owned and operated her own travel agency for many
years. After selling the company, she began working with New Act Travel. And once again her vocation is
her avocation!
However, with all of her accomplishments, Sheila has also faced challenges and perhaps the biggest was when
Nicole was diagnosed with lupus. Seeing her child struggle with the pain of this debilitating disease and
having to go through knee and hip surgeries as well as numerous infusions and chemotherapy made Sheila
determined to become an advocate for bringing greater awareness to the illness and helping to raise money
for lupus research. When she learned that Nicoles physician, Dr. Dan Wallace, had founded an organization
dedicated to that very mission Lupus LA she and Nicole immediately became involved.
In addition to helping bring in much needed dollars, Sheila has reached out to her relationships in the travel
industry to join her efforts. She has secured great hotel packages for silent and live auctions and gift bag
giveaways for guests attending events.
Lupus LA is pleased to present the 2016 Woman of Achievement Award to Sheila Milstein.

2016 Adam Selkowitz Outstanding Volunteer Award

JOAN
ROBBINS

Joan Robbins is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University where she majored in broadcasting. After
graduating she began her career at Channel 29 in Philadelphia. Shortly thereafter, she moved to Los Angeles
and worked at MGM on the hit TV series CHiPs, The Mike Douglas Show and The John Davidson Show.
As her career progressed, Joan was the Head of International Marketing and Promotion for Telepictures/
Lorimar Telepictures and the Manager of Development for Harmony Gold. She held various positions as Talent
Executive and Producer for The Ron Reagan Show, One On One with John Tesh, Preview and The Crusaders.
In 1994, while battling colon cancer, she became the first employee of Byron Allens company Entertainment
Studios, where she has risen to President, Talent Relations and Co-Producer. In addition to still working
at Entertainment Studios, she is now co-hosting a local show, The Invincible A List with Vince & Joan in
Philadelphia. She is the recipient of a CLIO Award, two Broadcast Promotion Association Awards and a
national Emmy. She was awarded the highest alumni award last year from Pennsylvania State University, The
Alumni Fellow Award.
Joan has volunteered on the Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon committee for the past five years. She is
instrumental in putting together the popular New York Fashion Week package that is auctioned off each year.
Her dedication to Lupus LA has resulted in over $50,000 raised for lupus research and programs. In addition
to her volunteer work with Lupus LA, she also supports Comedy Cures, sponsors a scholarship at Penn State
Abington and contributes to various cancer funds.
Lupus LA is pleased to present Joan Robbins with this years Adam Selkowitz Outstanding Volunteer Award.

2016 Woman of Achievement Award

TERRI
SEYMOUR

Internationally renowned television personality Terri Seymour has become a household name over the years in
the U.S. and abroad. Known for her savvy interviewing style, vast knowledge of pop culture, ingenious fashion
choices and the sexy rasp in her voice, Terri appears in millions of households each week as a correspondent
for the Emmy-winning entertainment program Extra. Whether she is interviewing A-list actors at movie
premieres, getting the backstage scoop at top awards shows, commentating in beauty and fashion segments, or
attending press junkets and set visits, Terri continues to captivate audiences every time she appears on screen.
Aside from Extra, Terri is well known for her years corresponding for Fox covering the long-running hit series
American Idol.
Terris career was launched in the United Kingdom where she started out as a fashion model at the age of
12. She traveled the world doing print photo shoots with Elle, Marie Claire, Vogue, and GQ, and walking high
profile runways for top designers including Vivienne Westwood, Donna Karan, and Armani. She also dominated
the commercial and catalogue space. Terris career expanded into television when she landed hosting jobs in
the UK on Wheel of Fortune, The Xtra Factor, and ITVs This Morning and Lorraine. Additional credits for Terri
include: The Tyra Banks Show, NBCs In the Beginning, Days of our Lives, and the films 24 Hour Party People,
Materials Girls, and The Leading Man with Jon Bon Jovi.
Aside from her work on television, Terri is an advocate for healthy living. She was diagnosed with Systemic
Lupus in her early 20s, which led to peritonitis and nearly claimed her life. Lupus is an incurable immune
system disorder and is most common in African and Caribbean descent - Terri is mixed race, her dad being
West Indian and her mom being Caucasian. She actively supports multiple organizations that raise awareness
and look for treatments for the disease. She is an Ambassador for Lupus LA, and supports the Jenesse Center,
which honored Terri with a Silver Rose award in 2013. Terri is dedicated to health and fitness and is fortunate
that her lupus is now in remission.
Terri currently lives in Los Angeles with her boyfriend, and is embarking on an entirely new chapter of her life:
becoming a mum! In March 2015 she gave birth to her daughter, Coco Seymour-Mallon.
Lupus LA is pleased to present the 2016 Woman of Achievement Award to Terri Seymour.

Host

Jenni Pulos is best known as Executive Assistant to Jeff Lewis on Bravos Emmynominated hit show Flipping Out and its spinoff Interior Therapy. Flipping Out is
currently filming its eighth season with Jenni adding Co-Executive Producer to her
already maxed out To Do List. That list includes working as an actress, comedian,
writer and rapper. Winning Showtime at the Apollo encouraged Jenni to write,
perform and produce a childrens rap album titled Old School Kids Beats released
in April of 2013 and available on iTunes and at Toys R Us. She also cowrote
and performs the theme song for Bravos wildly successful Watch What Happens
Live with AndyCohen. Her first book, Grin and Bear It: How to Be Happy No Matter
What Reality Throws Your Way, was released to rave reviews in March of 2014.
Jenni is married to Dr. Jonathan Nassos, an orthopedic surgeon currently
practicing in Los Angeles. They married Memorial Day Weekend 2012 in Chicago
and were blessed with their first child Alianna Marika in June 2013. Jenni
was thrilled when Aliannas birth episode on Flipping Out was nominated for a
Primetime Emmy in 2014. Splitting their time between Los Angeles, Chicago, and
New York, the Nassos family also includes treasured furry children Lulu and Janet.

JENNI PULOS

Jon Kelley has covered news, sports and entertainment in a variety of roles for 20
years. At the national level, Kelley has been the host and primary correspondent
for the nationally syndicated entertainment show EXTRA. In addition, he stepped
into the role formerly held by CNNs Anderson Cooper, taking on primetime hosting
duties for ABCs reality series The Mole. Kelley was also on the national sports
scene anchoring at Fox Sports Network. At the local level, he spent eight years
at WMAQ-TV, the NBC-owned station in Chicago, covering all six Bulls NBA titles.
Kelley won numerous awards, including an Emmy award for a special highlighting
the Chicago Bulls quest for a fifth championship. Kelleys also been honored
with the Peter Lisagor Award for Sports Journalism and an Illinois Broadcasters
Association Silver Dome Award for Best Sportscast. Before beginning his
broadcast journalism career, Kelley was signed as a free agent by the Denver
Broncos. He attended the University of Nebraska on a full football scholarship.
In 2016, Kelley joined the Entertainment Studios family and hosts and produces
duties on several series, including the celebrity interview series Entertainers and
the sports profile series The American Athlete. Kelley also produces content for
Entertainment Studios recently acquired video news platform, TheGrio.com.

JON KELLEY

Host

LUPUS LA Board of Directors

Adam Selkowitz Chairman
Debbi Cowan Vice-Chairman
Denise Winner Treasurer
Dorothy Ellis Secretary
Toni Braxton
Roger Cowan

Kathy Gallagher
Bridget Hood
Janet Janjigian
Michelle and Alan Kaye
Lauren Shuler Donner
Phil Sun

Nancy Utley
Janice and Daniel J. Wallace, MD
Toby L. Berkow Executive Director

Medical Advisory Board

LUPUS LA
8383 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 232
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Phone: 310-657-LOOP (5667)

www.lupusla.org

A bright orange loop encircles the

LUPUS LA logo. Within it lies
the commitment to raising awareness,
funding research, offering help
and support to those affected, and
ultimately finding a cure for this
little known yet widespread and
devastating disease.

Andreas Reiff, MD Co-Chair

R. Swamy Venuturupalli, MD, FACR Co-Chair
Rachel Abuav, MD
Hart Cohen, MD
Sheetal Desai, MD, MSEd
Lindsy Forbess, MD
Jennifer Grossman, MD
Paul Hackmeyer, MD
Mariko Ishimori, MD
Caroline Jefferies, PhD

Maureen McMahon, MD
C. Noel Bairey Merz, MD, FACC, FAHA
Renee Rinaldi, MD
Vaneet Sandhu, MD
Jay Schapira, MD
C. Andrew Schroeder, MD
Jason Snibbe, MD
Daniel J. Wallace, MD, FACP, FACR

LUPUS LA Ambassadors
Paula Abdul
Scott Campbell
Howie Dorough
Scott Grimes
Bob Guiney
Ali Hillis
Melissa Joan Hart

Kristen Johnston
Michael B. Jordan
Phill Lewis
Gilles Marini
Kellie Martin
Meredith Monroe
Parminder Nagra

Mekhi Phifer
Kristen Renton
Terri Seymour
Taylor Spreitler
Seal
Sharon Stone
Krista Marie Yu

In simple terms, lupus erythmatosus

develops when the body becomes allergic
to itself. Immunologically speaking,
it is the opposite of what takes place
in cancer or AIDS. In lupus, the body
overreacts to an unknown stimulus and
makes too many antibodies or proteins
directed against the body tissue.

Daniel J. Wallace, M.D.

What is Lupus?
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease, which causes inflammation of various parts of the body, especially the
skin, joints, blood and kidneys. The immune system normally protects the body against viruses, bacteria and other
foreign materials. In an autoimmune disease like lupus, the immune system loses its ability to tell the difference
between foreign substances and its own cells and tissues. The immune system then makes antibodies directed
against self.
Lupus is NOT contagious, rare or cancerous.
 Research data shows that between 500,000 and 1.5 million people have been diagnosed with lupus.
 Although the cause of lupus is unknown, scientists suspect that individuals are genetically predisposed to lupus,
and know that pregnancy and environmental factors such as infections, antibiotics, ultraviolet light, extreme stress
and certain drugs can play a critical role in triggering lupus.
 Lupus affects one out of every 1,000 women in the U.S. and 90% of lupus patients are women. Lupus is also
more prevalent in African Americans, Latinos, Asians and Native Americans.
 Only 10% of people with lupus have a close relative (parent or sibling) who already has or may develop lupus.
 Only about 5% of the children born to individuals with lupus will develop the illness.
 Lupus can be difficult to diagnose, as the symptoms come and go and mimic many other illnesses. Some symptoms
of lupus can be transient joint and muscle pain, fatigue, a rash caused by or made worse by sunlight, low-grade
fevers, hair loss, pleurisy, appetite loss, sores in the nose or mouth or painful sensitivity of fingers to the cold.
 Although lupus ranges from mild to life threatening, the majority of cases can be controlled with proper
treatments.
 While medical science has not yet developed a method for curing lupus, new research brings unexpected findings
and increased hope each year.

MAIN TYPES OF LUPUS

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is the most common form of lupus and can affect almost any organ or system
of the body. For some people, only the skin and joints will be involved. In others, the joints, lungs, kidneys, blood,
or other organs and/or tissues may be affected. Generally, no two people with systemic lupus will have identical
symptoms. Systemic lupus may include periods in which few, if any, symptoms are evident (remission) and other
times when the disease becomes more active (flare). Most often when people mention lupus, they are referring
to the systemic form of the disease.
The American College of Rheumatology criteria for defining SLE:
Butterfly rash
Discoid rash
Sun sensitivity
Oral ulcerations
Arthritis
Serositis
Kidney disorder
Neurologic disorder
Blood abnormalities
Immunologic disorder
Positive ANA
A person with four of the 11 criteria may be diagnosed with SLEall four need not occur at the same time.

 iscoid (Cutaneous) Lupus is always limited to the skin. Approximately 10% of all cases of lupus are discoid lupus.
D
It is identified by a rash that may appear on the face, neck, and scalp. Discoid lupus is diagnosed by examining a
biopsy of the rash. In discoid lupus the biopsy will show abnormalities that are not found in skin without the rash.
Discoid lupus does not generally involve the bodys internal organs. Therefore, the ANA test, a blood test used to
detect systemic lupus, may be negative in patients with discoid lupus. However, in a large number of patients with
discoid lupus, the ANA test is positive, but at a low level.
In approximately 10% of patients, discoid lupus can evolve into the systemic form of the disease, which can affect
almost any organ or system of the body. This cannot be predicted or prevented. Treatment of discoid lupus will not
prevent its progression to the systemic form. Individuals who progress to the systemic form probably had systemic
lupus at the outset, with the discoid rash as their main symptom. It should be noted, however, that many individuals
with systemic lupus can have discoid lesions, but this is not true discoid lupus.

Drug-Induced Lupus occurs after the use of certain prescribed drugs. The symptoms of drug-induced lupus are
similar to those of systemic lupus. The drugs most commonly connected with drug-induced lupus are hydralazine
(used to treat high blood pressure or hypertension) and procainamide (used to treat irregular heart rhythms). Druginduced lupus is more common in men who are given these drugs more frequently. However, not everyone who takes
these drugs will develop drug-induced lupus. Only about 4% of the people who take these drugs will develop the
antibodies suggestive of lupus. Of those 4%, only an extremely small number will develop overt drug-induced lupus.
The symptoms usually fade when the medications are discontinued.

Lupus is Americas
least recognized major disease.

Get in the loop!

Connective Tissue Diseases and Overlap Syndrome is an autoimmune process that has features of more than one
rheumatic disease (e.g., lupus and scleroderma). Although lupus most often occurs alone, many people with lupus
also have symptoms characteristic of one or more connective tissue diseases. In this circumstance, a physician may
use the term overlap to describe the illness.
The connective tissue diseases are a family of closely related disorders and include:
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus)
Polymyositis-dermatomyositis (PM-DM)
Systemic sclerosis (SSc or scleroderma)
Sjogrens syndrome (SS)
Various forms of vasculitis
These diseases have a number of common features:
They affect females much more frequently than males.
They are multi-system diseases, capable of affecting the function of many organs.
They overlap, sharing certain clinical symptoms, signs and laboratory abnormalities.
Blood vessels are the most common target injury in all of these diseases.
The immune system is abnormal and accounts, at least in part, for the observed tissue damage.

Learn more about lupus at www.lupus.org

About L UPUS LA
Lupus LA, a non-profit health organization, was founded
in 2000 by Daniel J. Wallace, M.D., attending physician
in the Division of Rheumatology at Cedars-Sinai Medical
Center and a clinical professor of medicine at UCLAs
David Geffen School of Medicine. Lupus LA serves the
needs of people with lupus and their families in Los
Angeles County and across Southern California. With
offices in Beverly Hills, Lupus LA has a full-time staff of
five and an annual operating budget of $1.5 million.
Lupus LA raises funds for its patient programs, local
rheumatology fellowships and research partner, the Lupus
Research Institute (LRI) - the worlds leading private
supporter of innovative research in lupus. Since the year
2000, Lupus LA has raised $10,000,000 for the cause,
primarily through special events the LA Marathon, the
Orange Ball, Get Lucky for Lupus LA, and the Hollywood
Bag Ladies Luncheon.
Raising awareness is also an important part of the Lupus
LA mission. While lupus is widespread, awareness and
accurate knowledge about it are lacking. Research shows
that although 1.5 million people in the U.S. have lupus,
nearly two-thirds of the public knows little or nothing
about the disease. In fact, more Americans have lupus
than AIDS, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, sickle-cell
anemia and cystic fibrosis, making it one of this countrys
most prevalent medical problems. In Los Angeles County
alone, there are over 60,000 people suffering from lupus.

In addition to raising money, Lupus LAs events raise

awareness through extensive local, regional and national
media coverage - in print and on TV, radio and the
Internet. This is made possible through the support of
Hollywood both celebrities and industry executives.

LUPUS LAS PATIENT PROGRAMS

Support Groups
Adult support groups in Alhambra, Baldwin Park, Crenshaw,
Irvine, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Ontario and Sherman Oaks,
and a Spanish-language group in our Boyle Heights office.
Pediatric support group at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles in
English and Spanish to help children and parents learn how to
cope with the challenges of living with lupus.

Patient Conferences and Education

Patient education, including the Latest on Lupus patient
conferences and workshops on lupus-related topics
throughout the year.
During Lupus Awareness Month (May), we coordinate
activities to raise awareness of lupus, and encourage others
to do the same.

Resource and Referral

Rheumatology Fellowships

Physician referrals and recommendations.

Each year, Lupus LA is committed to partnering with a local

institution to fund a rheumatology fellow specializing in lupus
patient care, treatments and research.

Individual consultations with clients to determine how to

best manage their disease, helping them to understand their
diagnosis, identify symptoms, explore treatment options and
deal with other issues, like insurance.
Resource identification to help cover basic living expenses,
including rent, food and utilities, as well as identify programs
that provide personal assistance, therapy and job training.
Emergency grants up to $500 annually, which enable families
affected by lupus to purchase life-saving medication and pay
overdue bills. Lupus LA is the only organization in California
to provide financial assistance to lupus patients.
Grants for children and families with limited financial resources
to attend The Painted Turtle summer camp, where children
with lupus and other serious medical conditions celebrate just
being kids.

Research
Lupus LA believes that research is the key to a future without
lupus. Medical research is an important part of Lupus LAs
mission and Lupus LA is continually working toward meeting and
exceeding our research goals of $200,000-$400,000 annually.
Lupus LA makes a difference by being one of the leaders in
supporting scientific medical research through our grant-making
partners at the Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) formally known
as the Lupus Research Institute (LRI) and Alliance for Lupus
Research (ALR). To date, Lupus LA has given over $4,000,000
to fund important novel and translational medical research.

The American College of Rheumatology Workforce Study

estimated that about half of practicing rheumatologists will retire
within eight years, and that by 2025, there will be a shortage of
2,600 rheumatologists in the U.S. In light of these staggering
numbers, Lupus LA is committed to the training of new doctors
in the field of rheumatology in Southern California.
In 2013, Lupus LA established its first such fellow by creating
the Lupus LA/Cedars-Sinai Rheumatology Fellowship Program
at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center focusing on both research and
patient care. The two-year fellowship has ended and our fellow,
Vaneet Sandhu, MD, has now moved on to a junior faculty
position with the Loma Linda School of Medicine in the Division
of Rheumatology. Dr. Sandhus major clinical and research
interests involve lupus and related autoimmune disorders.
She will be setting up lupus clinics at the medical school
that emphasize the diagnosis, treatment and management of
these diseases, as well as teaching medical students, interns,
residents and fellows. We are proud of her accomplishments
and see Dr. Sandhu as a much needed resource who will provide
clinical excellence in San Bernardino and Riverside counties.
In July 2015, Lupus LA began its next fellowship at Childrens
Hospital Los Angeles. This is a three-year fellowship
specializing in pediatric rheumatology in patient care. There
are approximately 200 pediatric rheumatologists in the country
and most are concentrated in large urban areas. Pediatric
rheumatological disease diagnosis is growing exponentially and
the need for trained doctors and clinicians is desperate.

L UPUS LA Support Groups

LUPUS LAs monthly support groups are here to help you learn more
about lupus and how to live well with lupus.
Please come join us at one of the following groups!
Irvine Support Group

Alhambra Support Group

First Monday of the Month

From 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Third Tuesday of the Month

From 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

University United Methodist Church

18422 Culver Dr., Irvine, CA 92612

Alhambra Civic Center Library

2nd Floor Conference Room
101 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801

Loom 4 Lupus Support Group

Second Saturday of the Month
From 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Kaiser Permanente
Educational Outreach Program
4141 Maine Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(Individuals have the option to knit during the support group meeting.
All materials are provided at the meeting.)

Spanish-Language Support Group

Primer Jueves Del Mes
De 7:00 PM a 8:30 PM
Clinica Oscar Romero, Sala 35
2032 Marengo St., Los Angeles, CA 90033

UCLA Support Group

First Tuesday of the Month
From 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Rheumatology - Rehabilitation Center Building
3rd Floor - Library
1000 Veteran Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90024

Sherman Oaks Support Group

Second Tuesday of the Month
From 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Circle Of Care Conference Room
Sherman Oaks Hospital
4929 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

Howse Foundation & Lupus LA Support Group

Second Saturday of the Month
From 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Olive Branch Diagnostic Imaging - Womens Health Center
10722 Arrow Rte., Suite 520, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

Long Beach Support Group

Fourth Tuesday of the Month
From 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Miller Childrens Hospital Long Beach
Childrens Hospital Pavilion Conference Room B
2801 Atlantic Ave., Long Beach, CA 90806

Crenshaw Adult Support Group

Second Tuesday of the Month
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
West Angeles Church - Multipurpose Bldg. Room 7
3045 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90016

Contact LUPUS LA at info@lupusla.org or

310-657-5667 to sign up or to learn more about
upcoming groups.

Pediatric Support Groups

Take part in Lupus LAs unique support and
educational pediatric support sessions! Lupus LA
hosts a support and educational workshop for kids
and parents affected by lupus and other rheumatic
diseases on the second Saturday of every other
month. Parents and kids are taught new coping
skills to help them manage what can be a very
confusing, isolating experience. Working with a
facilitator, teens tackle issues such as self-esteem
and social skills while parents learn strategies for
helping their families cope.

Special Thanks to Generous Donors

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Lindsey Dupuis

Michele Marie PR

Vanity Planet

Alice + Olivia

Entertainment Studios

Sheila Milstein

Voyage Et Cie

Amy Weiss, Brillstein

Entertainment Partners

Ermenegildo Zegna

Oscar de la Renta

Lisa Ann Walter

ETRO

Gwyneth Paltrow

Fendi

Marla Paxson

Flowers in Beverly Hills

Perrin Paris

Carolyn Folks

Prabal Gurung

Kathy Gallagher

Prada

The Handbag Raincoat

Jenni Pulos

Hayward House

Ralph Lauren

Jimmy Choo

Ritz Paris

Kate Spade

Joan Robbins

Jon Kelley

Roberto Cavalli

Miranda Kerr

Mark Ruffalo

Dani Lancer, Lancer

Dermatology

Salvatore Ferragamo

Coola Suncare
The Core Center Pilates Studio

Kelly Locke

Core Hydration

Loms Luggage

Dior

Makeup Geek

Lisa and Donald J. Pliner

Masood Max

Nathalie Dubois

Michael Kors

Anastasia of Beverly Hills

Jennifer Aniston
Balenciaga
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BCBGMAXAZRIA
Brooks Brothers
Burberry
Byron Lars
CH Carolina Herrera
Christian Siriano
Chrome Hearts

Stefano Ricci
Terri Seymour
SmartyPants Vitamins
Kelly Stone Singer
Tods
Tory Burch

Special Thanks to Generous Sponsors

VINTAGE SPONSOR

BAGUETTE SPONSORS

Steven and Jo Fogel

Deena & Michael Blum

Carrie Brillstein

TOTE SPONSORS

The Gilbert & Jacki Cisneros Foundation

Kathy Gallagher & Greg Scott

Cara & John Dellaverson

Marcy & Bruce Schulman, Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills

Lauren & Richard Donner

Nancy Utley Jacobs

Dorothy Ellis
Extra TV

CLUTCH SPONSORS

Carolyn Folks, Entertainment Studios

Friars Charitable Foundation

Eve Somer Gerber

Suzanne & Larry Goldstein

The Herzer Foundation

Donna & Greg Hood

Michelle & Alan Kaye

Iacocca Family Foundation

Sheila & Roger Milstein

Janet Janjigian

Joan Robbins

Kate Kelly & George Schweitzer

Eden Sassoon

Marla Paxson

Janice & Daniel J. Wallace, MD

Selkowitz Family Foundation

John West

Lannette & Scott Turicchi

Denise Winner, Conquer Our Run

A Message from Senator Feinstein

Dear Friends,
It gives me great pleasure to extend my warmest greetings to all who have gathered for the LUPUS LAs 14th
Annual Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon.
Since its inception, Lupus LA has been a strong advocate for the individuals and families affected by lupus.
Through Lupus LAs fundraising and awareness campaigns, it has been an exceptional resource for supporting
medical research. There is no doubt that its efforts will continue to benefit countless individuals and families for
years to come.
I would also like to take this opportunity to recognize tonights honorees: Nicole Fogel, Sheila Milstein and Terri
Seymour, recipients of the Women of Achievement Award; and Joan Robbins, recipient of the Adam Selkowitz
and the Members of The Board for making this event possible. Each of these honorees have made exceptional
contributions to the ongoing missions and spirit of Los Angeles. Their outstanding accomplishments serve as an
inspiration to us all.
As your United States Senator representing the State of California, I applaud Lupus LA and each of tonights
honorees for their tremendous achievements and contributions. Please accept my best wishes for a most
memorable event.
With warmest personal regards.
Sincerely yours.

Diane Feinstein
Diane Feinstein
United States Senator

VINTAGE

Nicole and Sheila,

We are so proud of each
of you.
With love,
Steven and Jo Fogel

Mom,
Congratulations on this beautiful honor! You truly are a
Woman of Achievement and Im so incredibly proud of the
work you are doing!
Thank you for all you do for Lupus LA! Its very touching and
heartwarming to watch you making a difference.

With all the love I have,

Nicole

TOTE

Nicole and Sheila,

You are Lupus LA Rock Stars.
So proud of you both!
Love,
Greg and Kathy

Congratulations to
Sheila and Nicole.
with love,
Roger, Luca and Danny

Congratulations to the honorees and

thank you to Dr. Daniel Wallace and
his team for taking care of me for
over 25 years.

Nancy Utley Jacobs

CLUTCH

Is proud to support Lupus LA

for their tireless commitment to raising
awareness, research & patient support.
Sidney J. Gittler Chairman
Marilyn N. Stambler President
Marge Graf, Lissa Roth Harrison, Jay Rakow, Lenore Ross,
Linda Schwartz, Roy Wallenstein, Lou Zigman
Fran Zigman Honorary Member

Thank you, Dr. Dan, Janice, and staff, for 17

years of tender loving care!
Love, Suzanne and Larry Goldstein

Imagine no more lupus!

Thank you, Dr. Daniel Wallace
and Lupus LA

Greg and Donna Hood

The Hood Family

Congratulations to our distinguished Honorees, we are

deeply grateful for your support.
Special thanks to Dr. Dan Wallace and my colleagues on
our board, who continue to give so graciously of their
time, energy and creativity as we work together to find a
cure for lupus.

Janet Janjigian

The Schweitzer/Kelly/Palley families extend

deep gratitude to the wonderful staff and board
at Lupus LA.
Thank you for all that ALL OF YOU do!

Marla and Nicole Paxson

Congratulate this years honorees & salute the
committee for another successful event.

Joan:
Terri:
Your fierce determination Your voice has taught
has moved mountains!
the world about lupus!
Nicole:
Your passion and
commitment have
opened many hearts!

We congratulate all three

of you and thank you for
your continued support of
Lupus LA

Laurie and Adam Selkowitz

Selkowitz Family Foundation

Congratulations
Lupus LA
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BAGUETTE

Congratulations to Nicole & Sheila

and the entire Lupus LA team!
Your hard work is always
appreciated!
With love and gratitude,

Deena, Michael & Sydney Blum

Congratulations, Sheila and Nicole.

You are so deserving of this
wonderful honor.
With love,
Carrie Brillstein

Congratulations to all the Honorees

and to Lupus LA for all you do in
supporting people with lupus!

we make
a great
thirst
impression
#BeTrueToYourCore

Congratulations to Lupus LA
and their honorees.
Thank you for all of the
incredible work that you do!

The Dellaverson Family

Congratulations, Shelia and Nicole!

The Best to both of you for your
contribution to Lupus LA to find a
cure and awareness.

- Dorothy Ellis

Congratulations Joan,
You never fail to make the

impossible possible.

Kathy, it is with much love and

admiration that we congratulate
you on the incredible spirit &
energy you give to Lupus LA
and all of us who know you.

xoxo
Jill, Marci & Greg

Thank you, Lupus LA, for the important work you are doing and
congratulations to this years honorees!
As always, our heartfelt gratitude goes to Dr. Daniel Wallace for
his genius and kindness.

Eve & Bill Gerber

p.s. Thank you, Jody, we know you are the woman who makes
everything happen.

Congratulations to Michelle Kaye and Julie

Jaffe and to Lupus LA. Thank you for all of your
hard work and dedication.
Love,
Madeline Gussman

Congratulations!!!!
Nicole and Sheila, we are so
proud of all your hard work for
such a wonderful cause!

All our love,

Nicole and Kathy Harouche

Proud to Support Lupus LA!

www.thecorecenterla.com

Congratulations, Nicole & Sheila!

Your commitment and dedication
to Lupus LA are inspiring!

With Love,
Manuela & the Herzer Foundation

Hirsch Wallerstein Hayum

Matlof + Fishman LLP
Proudly joins our friend, Lauren Shuler
Donner, in celebrating the 14th Annual
Hollywood Bag Ladies Luncheon in
support of Lupus LA.

Congratulations, Nicole Fogel & Sheila Milstein, Terry Seymour,

Youve brought your talents & enthusiasm to Lupus LA
Joan Robbins,
BRAVO & Thanks to our Volunteer Extraordinaire! Each year making
our Luncheon so very special & Fashionable!

Michelle & Alan Kaye

Congratulations to Team Fogel for their amazing

dedication & impressive fundraising efforts on
behalf of Lupus LA!
With admiration,
Corie & Michael Koss

Thank you Nicole Fogel & Sheila Milstein for

your stellar efforts to help cure lupus.
Congratulations on being recipients of the
prestigious Lupus LAs Women of Achievement
Award.

Susan & Allen M. Lawrence

Sending my most heartfelt

congratulations to all of the honorees
and resounding applause for their valiant
efforts in the fight against lupus.
With profound admiration and respect,

Lilly Lewis
An inveterate Bag Lady of the Highest Order

Barbara and Bobby Margolis

salute Lupus L.A. for its
dedication to finding the causes of
and a cure for lupus.

Excited to support Lupus LA!

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In Loving Memory
Shelley King
Kathy, Michael, Samantha, Max and Jolie Moray

www.perrinparis.com

Wishing Lupus LA continued

success and hopefully a cure in
the future.

Joan Robbins

To our cousin, Joan,

who does so much for so many.
We love you.

Joan Robbins

Congratulations to our fabulous honorees!

Nicole Fogel and Sheila Milstein, Terri Seymour, Joan Robbins.
Many thank yous to the hard work of the Handbag Committee,
Luncheon Chairs and the Staff of Lupus LA! You are all the
greatest!!!
Much Love and Friendship,

Janice and Dan Wallace

Congratulations to all of the award

recipients on your well-deserved
honor. And thank you to Lupus LA for
all you share with our community!

The Winner Family

& Conquer Our Run

HALF

To Nicole Fogel
With love
Your Friends,
Howard and
Jackie

Congratulations,
Nicole
Lynn and Les
Bider

You know how there are

always surprises in a
womans handbag... well,
maybe this will be the
year that a cure for lupus
will be in one.

The Boren Family

To Joan Robbins,
Our favorite Hollywood Bag Lady.
Thank you for all you do.
Love your One on One
cast & crew,
Karen Cadle
Sandie Newton
Elaine Perkins
Cherie Peters
Jennifer Valoppi

Congratulations to
Michelle and Alan Kaye
on all the great work
they do for Lupus LA.

Jodie and
Steve Fishman

Nicole,

Dear Sheila,

We admire your
strength and send all
our love.

Congratulations on a
wonderful honor! Im
so proud of you! I love
you always!

Darlene, Kelly,
and Blake

Leah Fogel

My dearest Nicole,
Congratulations on
such a wonderful
accomplishment. Im so
very proud of you always!
I admire your strength so
much!
I love you forever and
always!

Grandma

Nicole and Sheila,

We honor both of you and
all for your contribution,
time, and participation to
find a cure for lupus.
With

Melinda and Kelly

Mazel tov, Nicole!

The Plutsky Family