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Update on the ION283 Clinical Pathway

January 8, 2026/by Chelsea's Hope

We understand many families are wondering what’s next for the development of the ION283 drug. Unfortunately, we received an update today from A.I.L.A. and Fondazione Telethon that Noventia Pharma returned the license for ION283 and will no longer be bringing it to a trial. Update on the ION283 Clinical Trial Pathway for Lafora Disease – […]

Announcing Lafora Therapy Town Hall

October 23, 2025/by Chelsea's Hope

  Questions about what therapies are next for the Lafora community? We are hosting a Lafora Therapy Town Hall to discuss what treatments the community can rally behind to bring from pre-clinical studies to clinical trials for our children. Join us next Tuesday, October 28th, at 11 am PDT via Zoom. As Lafora patient organizations – Chelsea’s […]

FACE It to Raise Awareness of Childhood Dementia

September 16, 2025/by Chelsea's Hope

Invitation to Join Listening Sessions

July 30, 2025/by Chelsea's Hope

Families and caregivers, you might have seen in our July newsletter that we need your help to establish criteria for Centers of Excellence for treating Lafora disease. As an ultra-rare disease, most hospitals do not know what resources are needed in order to provide the best possible care for our children with Lafora. By establishing […]

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About Chelsea’s Hope

Chelsea’s Hope began as a website in the fall of 2007 to share Chelsea Gerber’s story with family and friends. A 501(c)(3) organization since 2009, we have made an impact by raising awareness, connecting families worldwide, funding research, and maintaining hope.

Our mission is to improve the lives of those affected by Lafora disease and help accelerate the development of treatments. [Read More]

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The mission of Chelsea’s Hope is to improve the lives of those affected by Lafora disease and help accelerate the development of treatments.

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