A Global Health Foundation Since 1983
Focused on Generating Health Education, Conversations and Advocacy, along with providing Financial Assistance to Qualified Patients Worldwide.
From a culmination of over 30 years as an innovative leader in patient advocacy, our expanded mission includes direct support of patients, their caregivers, and families across all chronic and life-threatening illnesses.
Education
Comprehensive information and resources on today’s most important health topics.
Grants
Short term support and resources for qualified patients and their families.
Members
Join to receive newsletters with health and wellness tips, and products/services discounts.
Services
Discounted Health and wellness related products and services for patients and families.
Connect
Our on-line caring community. Connect to other members for inspiration, motivation & support.
Our Inspiration: Selma Schimmel
The Selma Schimmel Grant is a financial support program focused on helping qualified patients and families who are enduring financial hardship while battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
Selma Schimmel Grant
More information and application for the Selma Schimmel Grant program
Recent Posts
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Making Health and Nutrition a Priority During the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
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The Implications of COVID-19 for Mental Health and Substance Use
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