We offer hope to those living with invisible chronic illness.
Empowering Individuals with Chronic Invisible Illnesses
R.A.R.E. is a dedicated network of professionals who offer services to individuals struggling to manage their chronic invisible illness.
EAGER TO CONTRIBUTE YOUR EXPERTISE AND RESTORE HOPE?
Learn how you can join the network.
R.A.R.E. Support Network Events
R.A.R.E. ART: Freeform Dance is about the joy of expressing yourself without words, where every step is a brushstroke on the canvas of your life.
WHAT YOU WILL DO IN THE R.A.R.E. SUPPORT NETWORK?
Offer Specialized Services:
- Chronic illness life management plans
- Direct patient support
- Referral program
Share Knowledge and Collaborate:
- Contribute articles, educational materials, and resources to the R.A.R.E. network.
- Share your expertise with a wider and engaged audience looking for your services.
- Collaborate with and other R.A.R.E. Support Network providers.
Customized Community Campaigns:
- Participate in campaigns tailored to your community's needs.
- Your involvement in the R.A.R.E. Support Network demonstrates your commitment to community wellness, enhancing your brand's reputation and impact on your community.
- When you sponsor, you're not just providing funding for essential needs; you're transforming the entire story.
- Provide workshops and seminars on services you provide that help manage life with a chronic illness.
Volunteer
“Being a part of Working with Hope has given me purpose, knowledge, new opportunities and has facilitated a way for me to help others.
Working With Hope isn’t just about the things I get to do, but it’s also about the people I get to work alongside, and the people I get to meet along the way.”
Morgan Keith, Volunteer
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Reliance
WE RECOGNIZE THAT HUMANITY THRIVES ON THE UNIQUE CONTRIBUTIONS OF EACH INDIVIDUAL.
Together, we rely on one another to navigate the challenges and triumphs that come with invisible chronic illnesses.
Acceptance
HEALING OF THE SOUL BEGINS WITH ACCEPTANCE.
Within our network, we foster an atmosphere of acceptance, where everyone's journey is valued, understood, and embraced without judgment.
Respect
WE FIRMLY BELIEVE THAT EVERY SOUL'S WORTH IS IMMEASURABLE.
In our community, respect is the cornerstone of our interactions, promoting dignity, empathy, and compassion for one another.
Empowerment
THE POWER OF HOPE KNOWS NO BOUNDS AND EXTENDS FAR BEYOUND INDIVIUAL EXPERIENCES.
At R.A.R.E., we empower one another to rise above the limitations imposed by invisible chronic illnesses, sparking a never-ending cycle of hope.
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Programs
R.A.R.E. Support Network is a movement towards understanding, healing, and collective growth. Our programs, particularly our expressive art workshops, have transcended beyond mere activities. They are catalysts, serving dual roles: first, as avenues of profound healing for those grappling with the challenges of invisible illnesses, and second, as powerful tools to heighten community awareness about the intricate complexities of these conditions.
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Donated
These contributions, encompasses both in-kind services and cash donations and underscore the incredible support and belief in our mission.
Each donation propels R.A.R.E. forward, ensuring that individuals with invisible chronic illnesses and their families continue to benefit from our initiatives.
We thank each donor for their unwavering commitment to R.A.R.E. principles.
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Individuals served through our programs.
Our programs have been a source of support for countless individuals dealing with chronic invisible illnesses. We take pride in offering a diverse array of services to meet their needs, such as grants for professional growth, inspiring art workshops, essential workshops on managing life with chronic illness, and crucial financial aid.
R.A.R.E. changes the narrative surrounding invisible illnesses in several ways:
Overall, reliance, acceptance, and respect
can help individuals feel more empowered by providing a sense of connection, value, and agency. When individuals feel supported and respected, they are more likely to have the confidence and motivation to pursue their goals, overcome challenges, and contribute to their communities.
YOUR DONATIONS HAVE CHANGED LIVES.
Behind every statistic, there lies a human story – a story of struggle, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit. Invisible illnesses often bear the dual burden of physical pain and societal misunderstanding, and when these arise from traumas such as domestic violence, the weight becomes almost insurmountable.
By choosing to donate to the R.A.R.E. Support Network, you are directly contributing to initiatives that recognize and address this unique intersection of management of life with a chronic illness.
Every dollar you contribute goes towards harnessing state-of-the-art technology and resources for them to create their own success.
OUR TEAM
We’re amplifying the voices of those with invisible illnesses, especially those affected by domestic violence or other trauma.
Integrating advanced security and medical technology with the transformative impact of art.
Together, we envision a future filled with
MUTURAL
Reliance - Acceptance - Respect - Empowerment
OUR SPONSORS