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Hope for HIE – Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy Hope for HIE – Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy

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CONNECT AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE

We are continuously looking at ways to build community and improve the quality of life for children and families affected by HIE through Awareness, Education and Support.

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BUILDING COMMUNITY

Hope for HIE began with a virtual network of parents seeking to connect after their child had been diagnosed with HIE (Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy). We have families all around the globe, and many local groups that host meet ups, awareness and fundraising events, and other opportunities to connect.

HIE AWARENESS MONTH

 

In April 2016, Hope for HIE launched the first global HIE Awareness Month. Every year, we gather the global HIE community to participate in spreading awareness, advocating for our community needs, generating support and further educating on HIE and its impacts, sharing the stories of our incredible community.

We hold April 20th for HIE Remembrance Day, paying tribute to our families whose HIE children have gone too soon.

Join the global HIE community every April and look for ways to be involved.

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HUSTLE FOR HOPE 5K

The Hustle for Hope 5K is one of many activities taking place throughout the month of April, HIE Awareness Month, to increase awareness, education, and support through Hope for HIE, the premiere global organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for children and families.

Hope for HIE offers flexible formats to meet the needs of its global community, allowing for flexibility, diversity and inclusion including the “virtual” format and in-person hosted events. Participants pick a date, time and location (indoors or outdoors) that works best and can complete the 5K by any form of mobility (walk, run or roll).

Complete it all at once or break it up over time. We encourage you to sign up and post on social media to help raise awareness for this great cause using the hashtags of #hustleforhope and #hopeforhie!

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VOLUNTEER HUB

Interested in getting involved with Hope for HIE, but unsure where to start? Curious how your skills and strengths can be used to make a positive impact on the global HIE community?

Volunteering across the different opportunities we have is an easy way to get connected with the HIE community, make connections, and give back to ensure no family faces HIE alone and feels supported in their journey. Whether it’s through events, our care committee, writing for our blog, or joining in on advocacy, we have many ways for anyone to be a part of our community.

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COMPREHENSIVE PEER SUPPORT

We host over 100 topic-focused and location-based peer support groups found on Facebook. Upon requesting, you will be sent a few questions to be verified before adding you into our network.

Find Your Group

If you don’t have Facebook, reach out to us to be connected to a local HIE family.


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SHARE YOUR HIE STORY

HEAL, EMPOWER, & SHINE A LIGHT FOR OTHERS

One of the ways many HIE families work through the trauma of their journey is sharing their story to help other families who will find us in their own HIE journey. We hope you’ll take a few minutes and share yours with us. We’ll publish it to our Family Stories blog!

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GET SOCIAL

LIKE, FOLLOW, SHARE, CONNECT

Be sure to follow Hope for HIE on our public social media sites for updates, connection and even some fun giveaways!

ADVOCATE

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD AND SPEAK UP

We all have the power to influence decision-makers and the systems, policies and conditions they create for our loved ones. For example, you could speak briefly during the comments portion of your local school board meeting to acknowledge the wonderful support your loved one receives or take five minutes to send an email to your state representative in order to voice your support for or concerns about legislation that impacts the quality of medical care your loved one receives.

The following is a list of individuals and institutions that will benefit from hearing from you:
  • Local – Elected officials (school board, municipal government, etc.), hospitals, non-profits, businesses
  • County – Elected officials (commissioners, board, etc), county-based service providers, county departments, advisory boards
  • State – Elected officials (state senators, representatives, etc.), appointed officials, state-based service providers, advisory boards
  • Federal – Elected officials (senators, representatives, president), appointed officials, federally-based service providers

SAY THANKS

Saying thank you to individual and institutions that make a difference in our lives and the lives of our loved ones is important. Use the editable certificate appreciation to recognize the individuals or institutions in your community that make a difference.
  • Download the certificate of appreciation
  • Open the document using Adobe Acrobat Reader (download it here for free)
  • Enter the name of the individual or institution in the editable light blue field in the middle of the certificate.
  • Print the certificate of appreciation. You can dress it up with a frame or certificate holder from your local arts and crafts or office supply store.
  • Say thanks and share a photo on Facebook or Instagram, if possible.

REQUEST A PROCLAMATION OR LETTER OF SUPPORT

Enlisting elected officials by requesting a proclamation or letter of support can be an effective way to introduce them to Hope for HIE and educate them about HIE and the organization’s mission. Use the editable template to request a letter or support or proclamation. Please send an email to David Ford before you contact state and federal legislators to avoid duplication.

  • Click here if you need help figuring out who your elected officials are.
  • Download the editable template: Google Doc or Microsoft Word
  • Edit the portions of the letter in red.
  • Mail your letter.
  • Generally, these requests take time to fulfill. Feel free to follow-up if you don’t receive a response within a couple of weeks.
  • Your elected officials may ask you to meet with them or participate in a photo-op. This is optional and should not have any impact on whether or not a letter of support or proclamation is issued.
  • Take a photo of the document when you receive it and share it via social media. Please email a copy to David Ford and he will share it with the Board of Directors and on the organization’s website and social media.

 

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