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The Next Step Fund, Inc.

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Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Human Services

Mission: Shatter limitations and elevate aspirations of teens and young adults living with cancer, HIV and rare genetic disorders.

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Sarah50, Client Served

Rating: 5

02/16/2012

I attended the Face Forward program through Next Step for the first time last summer. I have Mitochondrial Disease which is a progressive energy metabolism disorder that causes multiple organ failure. I was a little hesitant when I first got to the camp, but it was probably one of the best weeks of my life. I met so many amazing kids and after just 4 days it felt like we had known each other for a year. The staff were all so kind and awesome and the environment was incredible, very supportive, encouraging and positive. I love that there is a camp where I could go even with all my medical needs and one where all the other kids understand what it's like to live with a disease that changes your life and still keep on going and living a happy life. I made good friends who I am in regular touch with. Overall it was incredible and I am counting down till the next summer session! Face Forward gets me through the hard times!

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