Caregiver Action Network (CAN) is the nation’s leading family caregiver organization. We work to improve the quality of life for the more than 90 million Americans who care for loved ones with chronic conditions, disabilities, disease, or the frailties of old age. CAN serves a broad spectrum of family caregivers ranging from the parents of children… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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Empowers and gives hope to individuals and families affected by facial differences by addressing medical, financial, psychosocial, emotional, and educational needs. CCA addresses the medical, financial, psychosocial, emotional, and educational concerns relating to craniofacial conditions. Children’s Craniofacial Association Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18 Dallas Annie… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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Online support group for all disorders related to Chromosome 22. Website offers basic information on chromosome 22 disorders, and ways to connect with other members on social media platforms. Hosts periodic family events. Chromosome 22 Central Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22,… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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This nonprofit organization links families to resources and hosts an annual event for Monosomy 9P, otherwise known as Alfi’s Syndrome or 9P-, a rare chromosome anomaly. Chromosome 9p Minus Network Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22, 23 – 59, 60 + Baton… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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Offers informational activities and works to increase awareness of the congenital birth defect Dandy-Walker. One in 10,000 children is born with Dandy-Walker Malformation, a congenital brain malformation involving the cerebellum and the fluid-filled spaces around it. Dandy-Walker is often associated with other conditions such as hydrocephalus, seizures, mobility issues, developmental delays, other central nervous… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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Local supports and information shared by parents of children with Down Syndrome. Has support group meetings organized at least three times a year. We offer all ages play groups for toddlers and school age children. We also have social activities for teen members. The DSRGWM offers scholarships to its members on a first come/need… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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Offers information and medical research. We have a national family conference, on ichthyosis and related disorders. Also offers financial assistance. Foundation for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Types, Inc. (FIRST) Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22, 23 – 59, 60 + Lansdale Lisa… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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FACES assists families with travel to major medical centers where specialized craniofacial teams provide the safest and most advanced treatment for building a face and skull. FACES, along with Face Equality International, of which FACES is a founding member, provides information and education to increase public understanding of craniofacial differences. FACES provides free and… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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The International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF) was established in July 2007 with a mission to fund research for treatments and a cure for Rett syndrome. We can enhance the overall quality of life for those living with Rett syndrome. IRSF coordinates, cultivates, accelerates, and funds research that will produce a cure for Rett syndrome.… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
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The Joubert Syndrome & Related Disorders Foundation is an international network of parents who share knowledge, experience, and emotional support. The foundation offers a networking list, newsletter, and a biennial conference. The Joubert Syndrome & Related Disorders Foundation plays an important role in educating doctors and their support teams as well as increasing public… Continue Reading Information and Support [...]
