Local Resources, Support Groups & Associations

American Cancer Society -- Locate local community contacts and access online resources through the American Cancer Society -- 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 -- Learn about diabetes research, legislation, advocacy issues & related information through the American Diabetes Association dedicated to prevent and cure diabetes, and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

American Heart Association -- Locate the Tennessee state affiliate of the American Heart Association the world's leading authority on cardiovascular health and science.

American Lung Association -- Locate the Tennessee state affiliate of the American Lung Association dedicated to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.

Children's Trust Foundation -- Children's Trust Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening families and ensuring the healthy development of children.

Community Services for the Blind and Partially Sighted (CSBPS) -- The CSBPS is a private not-for-profit organization committed to helping visually impaired persons remain independent by providing programs, services, and information that make the world more accessible.

Dotsplus -- DotsPlus , produced by Oregon State University, is a device-independent typeface developed for blind readers that intends to encompass a large set of symbols in addition to standard braille.

Easter Seal Society -- The Easter Seal Society is a direct service organization committed to providing world class, quality programs and services to help people with disabilities and their families live with equality, dignity and independence.

HealthTalk InteractiveTM -- Sounding like talk radio shows, but delivered both over the telephone - via toll-free numbers - and the Internet, HealthTalk Interactive® (HTISM) is a free, around-the-clock service that connects patients and family members worldwide with leading medical experts and also with other people like themselves.

March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation -- The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality.

Multiple Sclerosis Association (MSAA) of America -- The mission of the MSA is to enhance the quality of life of people with MS and their families by providing rehabilitation, education and social services.

National Gaucher Foundation -- The mission of the NGF is to find a cure for Gaucher Disease by funding vital research programs, to meet the ever- increasing needs of patients and families, as well as to promote community/physician awareness and educational programs through regional chapter meetings, patient support groups and international conferences.

National Kidney Foundation -- The mission of the National Kidney Foundation to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability of all organs for transplantation.

• NKF of East Tennesee, Inc. - Knoxville
• NKF of Middle Tennesee, Inc. - Nashville
• NKF of West Tennesee, Inc. - Memphis

National Multiple Sclerosis Society -- The mission of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is to end the devastating effects of MS. The Society and its network of chapters nationwide promote research, educate, advocate on critical issues, and organize a wide range of programs - including support for the newly diagnosed and those living with MS over time.

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