Caregiver Lifeline Program

Support for Transplant Caregivers

About the Caregiver Lifeline Program

Gift of Life Howie’s House Caregiver Lifeline Program provides services specifically tailored to the needs of organ transplant patients, family members, and caregivers inside and outside the walls of Gift of Life Howie’s House.

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Pre-Transplant

Here you’ll find information and support for navigating the evaluation and wait list process.

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Post-Transplant

The organ transplant process does not start and stop with the transplant surgery; it’s a lifelong journey and can be extremely difficult to navigate. There are many ways to prepare for the changes in your life and daily routine. Learn more about what you and your loved one can expect at each stage of the transplant journey.

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Support Groups and Webinars

Caregiver Lifeline Program offers virtual support groups and educational webinars for transplant patients and caregivers.

 

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Preparing for Transplant - A Guidebook for Transplant Patients and Families

Get your FREE Guidebook “Preparing for Transplant” in your inbox today! This comprehensive, 22-page guide will provide resources, activities, and helpful tips on a variety of topics.

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Writing To Your Donor Family - A Guidebook for Transplant Recipients

Get your FREE Guidebook “Writing to Your Donor Family” in your inbox today! This guidebook is intended to support you and your loved ones through the letter-writing process.

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Transplant Caregivers: A Guidebook for Emotional Wellness

Get your FREE Guidebook “Transplant Caregivers: A Guidebook for Emotional Wellness” in your inbox today! Transplant caregivers can utilize this guidebook to develop a plan of care for their emotional wellness as they support their loved one’s transplant journey.

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Returning Home After Transplant - A Guidebook for Transplant Patients and Families

Get your FREE Guidebook “Returning Home After Transplant” in your inbox today! This comprehensive, 48-page guide will provide resources, activities, and helpful tips on a variety of topics.

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Transplant Caregiver Support

Transplant caregivers have so many responsibilities, they sometimes forget to take care of themselves and do things they once enjoyed. It can be helpful to give yourself time each day to do things you love and take your mind away from other issues.

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Programs for Transplant Professionals

CE programs we offer live continuing education programs for social workers throughout the year.

 

Programs

2024 Sponsorship Opportunities for Virtual Transplant Education Series

Support transplant patients, caregivers, and transplant professionals nationally through the sponsorship of the 2024 Virtual Education Series.

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Regional Transplant Family Support Grant Program

This Healthcare Grant Program funded by Transplant Foundation is focused on supporting those who travel for transplant related services. Lodging and supportive services are currently provided to patients and their caregivers travelling to Philadelphia for their transplant related care through Gift of Life Howie’s House.

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Regional Organ Transplant Centers

Regional medical centers and hospitals with organ transplant programs.

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