raises money to support cystic fibrosis clinics and research provides information to families with newly-diagnosed cystic fibrosis patients and makes referrals to cystic fibrosis clinic at SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse.

* Provides fundraising and support for prevention of diseases of the kidney and urinary tract* Solicits donations* Offers free kidney risk assessments* Offers professional workshops and meetings, support for local research, seminars for kidney nurses, social workers, dietitians, and technicians

The Lyme Prevention Program provides public education about Lyme disease.

The purpose of this program is to identify people in nursing homes who wish to transition back into the community, explain programs and services available to them, and make the appropriate referrals to begin the process.After their transition, participants are offered Person Centered Coaching for 6-8 skill building sessions to help identify strengths, preferences, needs, and desired outcomes. Open Doors also works closely with the Olmstead Housing Subsidy (OHS) Program, which provides housing assistance, furniture, and household goods to those who qualify.

* Provides information on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart diseases and stroke.

* Provides an evidence-based lifestyle change program to reduce or delay type 2 diabetes for people who are prediabetic or at risk of type 2 diabetes.

* Provides caregiver support that includes: Information & Assistance. In home Companion Care. Respite Day Program. Caregiver Support Groups. Counseling and support. Educational programs. Alzheimer's disease and other dementia support services.

Provides public awareness regarding AIDS/HIV to groups, individuals, organizations, etc. in various formats such as printed materials, seminars, website or speakers.

A support group for anyone with a prostate related problem and their family members. The objective is to provide a forum through which participants can share their experiences and discuss matters of common interest relating to prostate problems. Survivors assist newly diagnosed patients with information on treatment choices. Meetings are held at St. Joseph's Hospital in Cheektowaga on the third Tuesday of each month. A representative is available at Room 716A of the VA Medical Center, 3495 Bailey Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215; open to the public (no need to be a veteran); see office hours below. Medical articles, videos, internet access, and one-on-one counseling are available.

Provides education and support in areas of disease and injury prevention. Areas may include nutrition, dental health in children, STDs, worksite wellness, HIV/AIDS, cancer screening and education, teen pregnancy, family planning, lead poisoning prevention, physical activity, communicable and chronic diseases, rabies control, tobacco use prevention and cessation, and car seat safety.

Provides a support group for anyone with a prostate related problem and their family members. The objective is to provide a forum through which participants can share their experiences and discuss matters of common interest relating to prostate problems. Survivors assist newly diagnosed patients with information on treatment choices. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month in Room 301 of the VA Medical Center. A representative is available at Room 716A of the VA Medical Center, open to the public (no need to be a veteran); see office hours below. Medical articles, videos, internet access, and one-on-one counseling are available.

Offers complete primary medical and dental care for the entire family. Services include pre-health maintenance, rapid HIV test (15 minutes), tuberculosis testing, complete lab services, GYN services, social work services, short-term counseling, full dental care, personalized education about chronic illnesses, and smoking cessation. Family Planning Benefit Program is a direct Medicaid public health insurance program for individuals who need family planning services, with no premiums or co-pays for services. Program is intended to increase access to confidential family planning services and to enable individuals of any age and sex to prevent or reduce the incidence of unintended pregnancies.

Offers information in various format about ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's Disease, IBD medications, surgery, guides for parents and teachers, and about the chapter run fund raising programs and special events.

Provides physical, occupational, speech, and cognitive therapies for people who have suffered brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurobehavioral disorders, or who need ventilator care. Inpatient facility designed to serve individuals with disabilities.

Provides information on support group in local communities, for those suffering from Lyme and other tick borne diseases.

Maintains and makes available information regarding services for people with disabilities, and recommendations for other agencies and services based on specific needs

Provides various support services to individuals with cerebral palsy or developmental disabilities and their families through case management, education, reimbursement vouchers for food and services not covered by Medicaid, and information and referrals to other resources and services that a family may require.

Provides information and referral, family reimbursements, respite, advocacy, counseling, crisis intervention, home care, recreation, training, and transportation planning services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Provides the opportunity to be educated, coached and counseled on a range of lung health and disease topics, and can connect you to local and online education systems, support groups, healthcare centers, providers and medical equipment resources based on your individual needs.

Information on lupus and support for patients