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Resources for navigating a diagnosis and leading within your family.

The journey to a diagnosis is different for every family. You may receive a diagnosis quickly, or never receive a diagnosis; your path might be clear, or things may change as your child ages. You will be faced with making decisions that are right for your family. These resources will help you understand how to navigate the medical system, where to find additional resources, and understanding your unique journey.

BLOGS | If you have 10 minutes...

More Questions than Answers by Cindy Weber

“We found a gene mutation. It’s called Cowden’s Syndrome. We know it's not right, but we really don’t know what it means.” That statement was supposed to answer our questions and give us some idea of our future. Instead, it told us nothing but a name...”

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Finding your Community after a Diagnosis, by Lily Brown

“Five years ago, during my first week at a new job, I received a phone call from my daughter's genetic counselor. "Is this a good time to talk?" I knew that this phone call could bring an end to a three-year search.”

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The Journey to Finding What Works for You, by Lynda Kazairwe

"I recommend that families find what works. It will look different for different families. I am typically introverted and have never been keen on sharing my personal life on social media; I found that smaller communities worked better for us."

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VIDEOS | If you have 20 minutes...

The Journey to Finding What Works for You, by Lynda Kazairwe

"I recommend that families find what works. It will look different for different families. I am typically introverted and have never been keen on sharing my personal life on social media; I found that smaller communities worked better for us."

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LEARNING MODULES | If you have 1 hour...

Navigating a Genetic Diagnosis

In this interactive virtual learning module, you will: Understand the importance of giving yourself time to process your experience and find community, recognize how to find information and make medical decisions and Identify next steps in your ongoing journey.

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Recorrido del camino del diagnóstico genético

In this interactive virtual learning module, you will: Understand the importance of giving yourself time to process your experience and find community, recognize how to find information and make medical decisions and Identify next steps in your ongoing journey.

Complete El Módulo Aquí


Choose your area of interest below to see the resources for each section: Individual, Family, Community, and Systems.

Individual

Understand and embrace your own capacity for leadership.

Family

Navigate the journey to a diagnosis and leading within your family.


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The National Genetics Education and Family Support Center (Family Center) provides tools and resources to support family engagement and genetic services.

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