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R.A.R.E. Support Network

 “An Invisible Network of Support for Women” 


 We support women managing life with chronic illness caused or worsened by trauma through the R.A.R.E. fund care and peer to peer support groups. 


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Women’s Peer to Peer Support Group

If you’re living with the effects of trauma or invisible chronic illness, you don’t have to carry it alone.

This is a structured, peer-led support group where women come together to speak honestly, listen without judgment, and support one another through shared experience.

What to Expect:

  • A guided, small-group conversation
  • A brief opening reflection to get started
  • Optional sharing (no pressure to speak)
  • A 7-minute share limit to ensure everyone has space

This is not therapy—it’s a consistent space to connect with women who understand what you’re going through.

Who It’s For:

  • Women healing from trauma (including SA or DV)
  • Women living with invisible chronic illness
  • Mothers and caregivers supporting loved ones

Why Attend:

  • Feel less alone
  • Be heard without needing to explain everything
  • Build real connection with women who “get it”

Join us. Come as you are. Listen or share—both are welcome.

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R.A.R.E. Fund

The R.A.R.E. Fund provides financial support to healthcare providers so they can deliver services not covered by insurance.

The Fund Covers:

  • Mental health therapy
  • Trauma recovery treatments
  • Specialized medical care (not covered by insurance
  • Function health treatments supporting chronic illness

💡 How It Works

  • Providers apply for funding
  • Funds are granted directly to providers
  • Women receive care at no cost or reduced cost

 

 


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A Simple Way to Fund Real Hope

We Stand Together is built on a simple idea:

10 people invite 10 people—and together, we fund hope for a cure.

We stand together event is

A casual gathering where people come together, hear a short message, and take part in something that creates real, immediate change.

No formal program.
No long presentations.
Just people showing up for a purpose.

 

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How It Works

  • 10 people commit to attend and 
  • Each person invites 10 others
  • We gather in a relaxed setting (bar, restaurant, or community space)
  • A short 5-minute message is shared
  • Guests are invited to donate

100% of funds go directly to the R.A.R.E. Fund

Donate now

Each grant supports multiple treatment sessions and report improved daily functioning and reduced symptoms

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