1 in 10 families will at some point be affected by Chronic Illness. Joanne Kelly saw a huge gap in support for those in need. Deciding to do something she set up Cisfa January 2017, becoming a registered charity August 23rd of that year.
U.K based charity Cisfa’s (chronic illness support for all) aim is give a voice to the voiceless as well as allowing them access to much-needed support groups, where they can share worries, concerns, troubles and just generally vent their frustrations to fellow chronic illness warriors.
Cisfa offers a hospital chaperone service, community groups and coffee mornings, a care package scheme, allowing for nominated individuals to receive a box full of surprises.
Along with this Cisfa also have on offer a buddy scheme giving someone in need access to a buddy who can attend hospital appointments or lens a listening ear.
Their wish is to give the chronically ill emotional support online and are currently in the planning process of creating their own centres. where people will be able to meet in person whilst being accessing support for their physical and mental health. They plan for volunteers to give students talks on the emotional impact of chronic illness.
Combating Chronic Illness is a daunting task, especially for those who have to endure it. What makes Cisfas even more incredible is that their volunteers all live with chronic illness. Giving them an advantage as they have experience enabling them to offer magnificent support to those in need.
I came across this amazing charity from Miranda Hart who is donating her half of the profits from her online shop to CISFA and ASTRID who help get the chronically ill into employment. interested in volunteering? please get in touch with the CISFA team.
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