The mission of Chelsea’s Hope is to improve the lives of those affected by Lafora disease and help accelerate the development of treatments.
Chelsea’s Hope Lafora Children Research Fund is an IRS 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. EIN: 27-1008382
Chelsea’s Hope c/o Dr. Donohue
976 Maywick Dr.
Lexington, KY 40504
Use ICD-10 code G40.C for Lafora.
Calling all People and Caregivers in the Lafora Disease Community: We need your help!
/by Alan BarterTake a survey to help better understand what it’s like living with Lafora disease (LD) and to help guide development of new potential LD therapies. Learn more here: Calling All People and Caregivers
A Special Song for Angelina
/by Alan BarterJust Like A Butterfly by Niki Markou “Just Like A Butterfly” Audio Release Date: February 10th, 2021, available on multiple digital music platforms like Spotify, Apple Music & TikTok. We ask that you stream the song and also make a donation! Help save our children. “This journey has been extremely difficult and devastating and we […]
Grant for Lafora Households: Chelsea’s Hope Patient Assistance Deadline Extended
/by Frank Harris***GRANT FOR LAFORA HOUSEHOLDS AWARDED; FORM CLOSED*** Dear Lafora Families, With funding from the Global Genes’ Continuity of Care RARE Patient Impact Grant, Chelsea’s Hope is offering grants to Lafora Disease Households impacted by COVID-19. Limited funds are available, but we hope to help as many patients as possible. The grant application deadline has now […]
The Epilepsy Foundation Releases Statement on Coronavirus
/by Frank HarrisThe Coronavirus has affected our daily dialogue. Chelsea’s Hope understands that to those caring for a Lafora patient, concerns are even greater. The Epilepsy Foundation has released the following brief on the coronavirus. Concerns About Coronavirus