Support groups bring together people facing similar issues. Members of support groups often share experiences and advice. It can be helpful just getting to talk with other people who are in the same boat. It can be incredibly therapeutic to offer your support to others. Actively participating in a support group is a great way to help others and in return help yourself!
Benefits of participating in support groups may include:
Feeling less lonely, isolated or judged
Gaining a sense of empowerment and control
Improved coping skills and adjustment
An opportunity to talk openly and honestly about your feelings
Reduction in distress, depression or anxiety
A clearer understanding of what to expect with your situation
Learning about new research
Getting practical advice or information about available options
Making new friends
NOSSA has several support group options available for members. You may share anonymously on the internet through NOSSA Forums, NOSSA Social Media Websites, or through private e-mail. NOSSA also offers in-person support groups and meetings.
Solidarity
We share common values. It is wrong to look down on yourself for being short. It is also wrong for other people to treat you poorly because you are short statured. By joining together with NOSSA (an established society for short statured people), you are creating a strong community of like-minded people. You are sending a very powerful message to the world. You are joining together with others to send the message that heightism and height discrimination will no longer be tolerated and you will support your fellow short statured brothers and sisters. Promote the acceptance of short stature in society. Unite to oppose heightism! Bring more attention to the issues that we face. You are no longer alone when it comes to the issues you face as a short statured person.
Fellowship
Meet new friends through meetings, online interactions, and social events. Volunteer to serve as a leader in the organization. Join us as we protest a heightist organization. Call a member when you need somebody to talk to. Take part in our singles group. NOSSA is comprised of a great group of people who honestly care about one another. NOSSA also offers an emergency assistance program for members in need of food, shelter, or crisis intervention (when funding available). Your fellow members will be here for you!
Programs & Services
Legal Assistance for people facing height discrimination.
Anti-bullying/Cyber-bullying Programs.
Research Assistance.
Media watch-dog group.
Grow taller scam assistance.
Resources for short statured people.
Podcasts, videos, news blogs, tweets.
Information regarding cosmetic growth hormone use and limb lengthening procedures.
Notice: NOSSA is a 501(c)(4) not for profit corporation. Contributions or gifts to National Organization Of Short Statured Adults, Inc. are not deductible as charitable contributions for U.S. Federal income tax purposes.
To Join NOSSA as a regular voting member, send a check or money order for $25.00 (USD) made payable to National Organization Of Short Statured Adults, Inc. along with a completed application form to:
NOSSA Church Street Station PO Box 1187 New York, New York 10008-1187
Listing your height or providing proof of height is not required. Anonymous membership is available. Email us here for more information.To review our privacy policy click here. If you need help, contact us by clicking here. We are strictly looking for good people who are sincere about standing up for short statured people and against all forms of heightism.
Do you have a medical diagnosis of dwarfism or another form of short stature? Are you a family member of a person diagnosed with dwarfism or another form of short stature? You may be interested in Little People of America. www.lpaonline.org NOSSA proudly supports the work of the members of Little People of America.
You may verify our tax-exempt status and obtain a charity report through Guidestar by clicking here.
We want you to get the most out of your membership with NOSSA! Please let us know how we can better serve your needs. We provide timely assistance to our members and will go above and beyond to see to it that you are satisfied with our services!
Within 2-6 weeks of receipt of your membership application, you will receive an e-mail from us with your log-in information. If you do not receive it within 6 weeks please contact us here for assistance.
If you would prefer to join online, click the Donate button to join NOSSA online through the PayPal website or to renew your membership. Be sure to include your name, address, telephone, and email with your submission. Allow 6-8 weeks for processing. Email us for assistance.
Refund Policy If you later decide that you would like to cancel your membership with us - NOSSA will provide a full refund of any dues paid if the refund request is received within 30 days of your application for membership. After 30 days have elapsed we cannot provide any refunds of dues. Dues are non-refundable after 30 days.
