When her son Alexander was hospitalized with cystic fibrosis complications, single mother Marcela faced lost income and mounting expenses. An Extended Hospital Stay Grant helped ease the financial burden so she could focus on being by his side.
Read MoreWhen the financial demands of caring for their son with cystic fibrosis became overwhelming, an Extended Hospital Stay Grant helped Isaiah's family keep a roof over their heads and focus on what matters most.
Read MoreWhen intensive CF treatments put Gemma at risk of losing her home, an Extended Hospital Stay Grant from Claire's Place Foundation gave her the financial relief and peace of mind she needed to focus on healing.
Read MoreEight years ago today we lost Claire. September 2, 2018. But while Claire’s time was cut short, her impact wasn’t.
Read MoreWith determination, support and a clear goal ahead, Work Proudly graduate Jessika earned her GED and took an important step toward building the future she wants for herself and her children.
Read MoreBorn at just 31 weeks, little Jerimaya has already spent far too much of his young life in the hospital. See how Claire’s Place helped his family when they needed it most.
Read MoreWhen Work Proudly participants need encouragement, preparation, and someone who believes in their potential, volunteers like Ira Disman step up. Learn how his expertise and generosity helped one participant make a successful career transition.
Read MoreThrough career coaching, self-discovery, and personalized support, Alex transformed uncertainty into momentum, finding the confidence to pursue new opportunities, entrepreneurial goals, and a future filled with possibility.
Read MoreCF advocate and mental health counselor Samantha “Sammi” Marino, LPC-A shares a deeply personal look at the connection between cystic fibrosis and mental health, and why support beyond the clinic matters.
Read MoreThere are moments when everything feels fragile.
For Bianca’s family, that moment came all at once.
Read More“This support has been such a profound blessing to me during an incredibly difficult time,” he shared. “I am truly overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity.” ~ Matt
Read MoreHave you ever watched something that completely shifted how you see the world? At Claire's Place Foundation, we know the power of storytelling to heal, inspire, and transform lives.
Read MoreMichaela and her husband have 2 young children with cystic fibrosis, both under the age of 3. Over the last year, they have had 6 combined hospital admissions making it very difficult for the family to keep up with monthly expenses coupled with extended hospital stay costs like food, housing, travel to their local hospital, and child care.
Read MoreIt is not easy to keep a job or develop your career when you are constantly on the move from medical appointments and keeping up with treatments, but we are thrilled to see our program working for our extraordinary participants! Go, Keith!
Read MoreYear Two. Everyone knows year one after a loved one’s passing is going to be heartbreaking and excruciatingly difficult. And yes, it does get easier. Not easier because you miss them less, but easier because you have learned how to get up and keep going while you miss them.
Read MoreWe think it’s important to show you where your donations are going and who every dollar impacts.
Read MoreThe Emergency COVID-19 Fund will address the need in our CF community to cover costs of food insecurity, extensive medical and prescription drug co-pays during this pandemic due to isolation or loss of income.
Read MoreTina has had 6 extended hospital stays this past year which put an incredible burden on the family both financially and emotionally. Our Extended Hospital Stay Grant Program is alive and well. It's hard at work in our community, thanks to our generous donors and supporters ~ Thank you all!
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