Resources for Kane
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PKU Organization of Illinois Andrew Craig Memorial Scholarship
The PKU Organization of Illinois awards the Andrew Craig Memorial Scholarship annually to qualified individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU) or allied disorders. Eligible applicants may receive scholarships of up to $2,000. The scholarship applicant requirements include: Having...
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PKU Resources from University of Louisville School of Medicine
The University of Louisville School of Medicine website provides a wide range of PKU (Phenylketonuria) resources to support families. The Family PKU Booklet provides information for families after a positive newborn screening. Using illustrations and...
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Provides recreational opportunities for all residents. Offers diversified programs and activities.
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Plan to Achieve Self Support (PASS)
The Plan to Achieve Self Support or PASS for people with disabilities is a written plan of action for getting a particular kind of job or starting a business offered by the Social Security Administration. ...
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A portable medical summary is helpful for summarizing your medical information in one to two pages. You can use this summary across healthcare systems, including: With the emergency department In the transition to adult providers...
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Postpartum Support International
Postpartum Support International (PSI) provides a worldwide network of peer support, information, professional trainings and coordinators in all U.S. states. Its mission is to promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to...
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Prairie State Legal Services is an organization that offers free legal services for low-income persons and those age 60 and over who have serious civil legal problems and need legal help to solve them. There are 11 office locations serving 36...
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Preparing For College When You Have Congenital Heart Disease
Going to college is an exciting time filled with new friends and experiences. When you have congenital heart disease (CHD), it can be overwhelming or tempting to put your care on the back burner. It’s...
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Progress Center for Independent Living Serving Suburban Cook County
The Progress Center for Independent Living serves over 133 municipalities throughout suburban Cook County. It is a community-based, non-profit, non-residential service and advocacy organization operated for people with disabilities, by people with disabilities. Progress Center...
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Project Fire Buddies is a nonprofit group of Chicago-area firefighters and first responders who find ways to support and spread joy to children with serious illnesses and their families. The project volunteers organize toy...