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Guided by a passion to educate and empower patients to pro-actively inquire about the short and long term side effects of prescription medicine before accepting them, MedShadow Foundation seeks to help people understand the risks & benefits of medicines and prompt discussions between the patient and health care provider. This includes asking deeper questions to a physician or pharmacist, looking at the pros and cons of prescription drugs, and if appropriate, exploring other options. We empower our readers to learn about prescription drugs and become an engaged advocate in their own health and wellbeing.

Economic empowerment is the underlying goal of all that we do at Destination Tomorrow. We focus on education and practical life skills that take our clients off the path to needing emergency treatment, housing or healthcare services. We believe it is more helpful to empower them to avoid crisis situations, via offerings such as a financial literacy program in collaboration with TD Bank, a four-week job readiness program, and sexual health education.

Peggy Lillis Foundation is building a nationwide clostridium difficile awareness movement by educating the public, empowering advocates, and shaping policy.

Bring education/awareness to TBI and the impacts of having a hidden disease. Give back to the community to receive treatment and support TBI research, and promote kindness, especially to those who are fighting a battle you know nothing about.

TO COORDINATE SERVICES AMONG PRIVATE AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES FOR SPECIALIZED POPULATIONS TO ENSURE SERVICE CONTINUITY, REDUCE DUPLICATION, AND ASSIST INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN ACCESSING APPROPRIATE MENTAL HEALTH, INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES AND DRUG AND ALCOHOL SERVICES.

Jackson Autism Support Network is a non-profit organization founded by parents of children with autism. JASN's mission is to educate the community and support families affected by autism.

To advance awareness, research, treatment, and education and to improve the quality of life for all people affected by brain injury.

The Chicago Lighthouse for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired is a not-for-profit agency committed to providing the highest quality educational, clinical, vocational, and rehabilitation services for children, youth and adults who are blind or visually impaired, including deaf-blind and multi-disabled. Through its comprehensive range of programs and services, The Lighthouse respects personal dignity and partners with individuals to enhance independent living and self-sufficiency. The Lighthouse is a leader, innovator, and advocate for people who are blind or visually impaired, enhancing the quality of life for all individuals involved at the Lighthouse, and for the community.

Brain Research Foundation supports neuroscience research that leads to advanced understanding of brain function in children and adults. This Foundation is committed to advance discoveries that will lead to novel treatments and prevention of all neurological diseases. We deliver this commitment through both research grant programs, which provide initial funding for innovative research projects, as well as educational programs for researchers and the general public.

To positively impact the physical, social and emotional health of youth through innovative education programs in partnership with parents, schools and communities.

MISSION: The mission of the Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance is to raise awareness and enhance the quality of life for all persons affected by brain injury.VISION:We, the Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance, envision a world where every brain injury is prevented and where every injury is met with impassioned advocacy, extraordinary services, knowledgeable professionals, and quality choices. We work toward a Minnesota where everyone recognizes brain injury, its causes and effects, and where all individuals living with brain injury are encouraged to realize their full potential and their value to our community.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE: IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE.