My Nonprofit Reviews
littlestro
Review for APS Foundation of America, Inc., La Crosse, WI, USA
It’s been 20yrs since being diagnosed with APS. No one knew what it was . I stumbled on this group by doing my own research via the Internet.
It has made a big difference in my outlook in living with APS and gives me vital, up to date medical information. It has been an emotional support group for me. I learned I Can live a somewhat normal life, with a few tweaks, questions answered, research info made available. The APS Foundation plays a vital role in giving those of us affected by APS hope and confidence we can live with this autoimmune disease.
Review for APS Foundation of America, Inc., La Crosse, WI, USA
I found the APS Foundation of America by chance about 19 yrs ago after suffering a stroke and being diagnosed with APS. I never heard of this autoimmune disease , my Docs never heard of it and in the beginning of my journey I found myself afraid and isolated. I was referred to a Rheumatologist who was one of a handful of professionals who knew what APS was and how to treat it. Together we set about finding a treatment for me that would allow me to return to an almost normal life.
I researched APS and came across this site and the support group that helped me to understand what I needed to do and allowed me to ask questions of the experts and people with this disease. They offered me support and gave me knowledge of the treatments and medications available to me. It was a God send and a game changer for me because I now had the knowledge and resources needed to become my own advocate . I have through the years taught many of my Docs and medical professionals about APS. It was and still is a vital resource for me.
Review for APS Foundation of America, Inc., La Crosse, WI, USA
Been a member for almost 17 years! Thank you Tina & APS Foundation for all you do. The information and help on this site has gotten me through some tough times.
Review for APS Foundation of America, Inc., La Crosse, WI, USA
I was diagnosed with APS in 2002. I had never heard of APS until then.
I started searching for information, the library, the internet. I began to understand what I had but found no one else with this disease.
Frustrated I searched the web looking for anyone who could understand and help me.
Finally I came across the APS web site and learned that a few more people had this disease. APS has given me the support I need to go on. It has offered information on drugs, genetic research, and treatments for APS. It has helped my family understand the disease. I don't feel alone anymore!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Dealing with family and friends. I reccommend it to everyone I meet. It helps others understand the disease
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
See that more advertising would be done. Most people (including some doctors) know very little about APS. TV campaign: 6 minutes, some health programs (Dr. OZ)
How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
A lot
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Quite well
How did you find this group?
the internet
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
Thank you so much for the review. We are glad we have been able to help you. We have been trying to get more media attention. It has gotten better. We have been on Mystery Diagnosis & House. The Mystery Diagnosis Segment is available on iTunes here: http://bit.ly/ViCpw APS has been mentioned in passing by Dr. Oz. We have been sending letters to shows to get a response. We have more media picking up stories about people and running them in their local papers. Tina has done a 45 minute interview with a radio station outside of DC with the help of an employee there who also has APS. You may be interested in this page: http://www.apsfa.org/media.htm Now, it is just time and money and help from you the volunteers & clients to push the media to run a story on it. Together we all can get this in the media!