DISEASE RELATED ORGANIZATIONS

Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association, a national network of chapters, is the largest national voluntary health organization committed to finding a cure for Alzheimer’s and helping those affected by the disease.

American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.

American Diabetes Association

The mission of the Association is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

American Heart Association

The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is: “Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.”

American Lung Association

The mission of the American Lung Association is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.

American Parkinson Disease Association

This non-profit organization supports and promotes Parkinson’s research worldwide.

American Stroke Association

A division of the American Heart Association, this organization specializes in stroke research, education, fundraising, and advocacy.

Arthritis Foundation

The Arthritis Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions with advocacy, programs, services and research.

Braille Institute

Braille Institute provides an environment of hope and encouragement for people who are blind and visually impaired through integrated educational, social and recreational programs and services.

The Breast Cancer Society

provides information, resources and assistance to those with breast cancer.  Care To Stay Home has a grant with the Breast Cancer Society to offer services.