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As a comprehensive network in development, we are planning both direct patient services, in the form of a social and support group and chronic illness buddy program; as well as educational workshops on chronic illness to the community at large, including churchs, hospitals, community groups, YMCA's, libraries, schools, colleges, etc. In addition, we plan to provide advocacy for patients on chronic illness issues. We also currently provide resources to patients and organizations on various chronic illness issues and specific diseases and conditions. Our goal is to develop the most comprehensive network for those with misunderstood and neglected chronic illnesses, their families, and the community in hopes of bringing awareness to chronic disease and helping patients lead fulfilling lives despite their limitations.
Our Current Services Include:
Patient Support
Chronic Illness Resources
Collaboration with Other Chronic Illness Organizations
Chronic Illness Awareness
Our Services in Development Include:
Educational Workshops
Advocacy Services
Ideas for Services in the Future
Formal Support Group
Although all of our activities provide informal support to our members, we are currently looking to start a formal chronic illness support group in the near future, which will be lead by a social worker or counselor. We will be looking for someone to lead the group, as well as a location.
The purpose of this support group will be a formal opportunity for members to discuss the many issues related to chronic "illness. Unlike the social events, this support group will take place in a private setting and there will be structured discussions and activities.
Please check back for updates on this group, including the guidelines for the group, meeting time, location, and handouts.
Comprehensive Wellness Center
The Chronic Illness Network would also like to eventually start a "chronic illness center", similar to an adult day care center, but geared for younger people and those with chronic medical problems. The center would include support and social activities, case management, recreation therapy, and more! This will be in the distant future, however it is an idea that will eventually need funding and enough interest to get come to fruition.
Healthy Recipe Exchange
Many patients with chronic illness are very limited with their diets and must abstain from gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, and other foods that are hard to avoid on the shelves of most supermarkets and in restaurants. We would like to start a healthy recipe exchange so patients with limitations can exchange healthy and easy recipes which will allow them to still enjoy food and cooking despite dietary limitations.
Check back for more of our ideas on future programs and projects, as we have many in store ;)
As a comprehensive network in development, we are planning both direct patient services, in the form of a social and support group and chronic illness buddy program; as well as educational workshops on chronic illness to the community at large, including churchs, hospitals, community groups, YMCA's, libraries, schools, colleges, etc. In addition, we plan to provide advocacy for patients on chronic illness issues. We also currently provide resources to patients and organizations on various chronic illness issues and specific diseases and conditions. Our goal is to develop the most comprehensive network for those with misunderstood and neglected chronic illnesses, their families, and the community in hopes of bringing awareness to chronic disease and helping patients lead fulfilling lives despite their limitations.
Our Current Services Include:
Patient Support
Chronic Illness Resources
Collaboration with Other Chronic Illness Organizations
Chronic Illness Awareness
Our Services in Development Include:
Educational Workshops
Advocacy Services
Ideas for Services in the Future
Formal Support Group
Although all of our activities provide informal support to our members, we are currently looking to start a formal chronic illness support group in the near future, which will be lead by a social worker or counselor. We will be looking for someone to lead the group, as well as a location.
The purpose of this support group will be a formal opportunity for members to discuss the many issues related to chronic "illness. Unlike the social events, this support group will take place in a private setting and there will be structured discussions and activities.
Please check back for updates on this group, including the guidelines for the group, meeting time, location, and handouts.
Comprehensive Wellness Center
The Chronic Illness Network would also like to eventually start a "chronic illness center", similar to an adult day care center, but geared for younger people and those with chronic medical problems. The center would include support and social activities, case management, recreation therapy, and more! This will be in the distant future, however it is an idea that will eventually need funding and enough interest to get come to fruition.
Healthy Recipe Exchange
Many patients with chronic illness are very limited with their diets and must abstain from gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, and other foods that are hard to avoid on the shelves of most supermarkets and in restaurants. We would like to start a healthy recipe exchange so patients with limitations can exchange healthy and easy recipes which will allow them to still enjoy food and cooking despite dietary limitations.
Check back for more of our ideas on future programs and projects, as we have many in store ;)
