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LVADStrong is a registered nonprofit charitable organization based in Boston, MA, dedicated to improving the lives of LVAD patients and their communities.
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FEATUREDMeet the volunteers behind the workPatients & Caregivers
Resources, stories, and practical guidance for LVAD patients and caregivers, from diagnosis and recovery to everyday life with an LVAD.
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Resources, programs, and support for healthcare providers and first responders who care for, respond to, and advocate for LVAD patients.
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FEATUREDRead about our care package programEvents & news
Stay up to date with upcoming events, recent news, and helpful articles that support and empower the LVAD community.
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LVAD patients and caregivers face real emotional and mental strain. LVADStrong is a 501(c)3 charitable nonprofit organization providing free access to education, support, and community to help patients and caregivers navigate LVAD life together.
LVADStrong empowers patients and caregivers through support, education, and connection. We believe that no one should face this journey alone, and that with the right care, understanding, and community, LVAD patients can live stronger, fuller lives.
Financial Resources
Explore trusted programs that offer financial relief, cost guidance, and support for LVAD-related care and treatment.
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Mental Health Resources
Find mental health support near you. Browse trusted in-person and virtual resources across New England to help you cope and stay strong.
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LVAD Hospital Locator
Use our interactive map to find hospitals across New England that offer LVAD services, support, and advanced heart failure care.
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Support Directory
Explore trusted nonprofits, support groups, housing help, and online communities offering guidance for LVAD patients and caregivers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? Find clear, helpful answers for patients, caregivers, providers, and anyone curious about LVADs.
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LVAD Toolkit
Download and print practical LVAD resources to keep with you at home, in your wallet, or on the go.
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LVADStrong empowers patients and caregivers through support, education, and connection. We believe that no one should face this journey alone.
Every dollar becomes something a patient can hold. A care package, a printed guide, a seat at an event where they finally meet someone who gets it.
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Hyde Park, Boston, MA
LVADStrong joins Open Streets Hyde Park to raise awareness and connect with the community.
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Downtown Lowell, MA
We’ll share multilingual materials, answer LVAD questions, and change perceptions about LVADs.
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Cambridge, MA
Raising heart failure awareness in underserved communities with life-saving LVAD info and support.
See event detailsPractical advice, lived experience, and expert insight to help you live stronger with an LVAD. Day to day tips, guides, and more.
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December 28, 2025
Life on Alarm Mode by Mohsen Abdollahi
No one explains how heavy that time becomes – when every second of it – is lived beside…
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December 19, 2025
Empathy in Nursing: An ICU Story
A personal ICU story and five simple ways nurses can show real empathy.
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July 11, 2025
Managing LVAD-Related Anxiety
Tools and habits to ease stress and regain mental clarity day by day.
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June 9, 2025
Staying Active With an LVAD
Safe, simple ways to move your body and boost your mood post-implant.
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May 17, 2025
Travel Tips for LVAD Patients
How to fly, road trip, and navigate TSA smoothly with an LVAD.
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Get the latest updates on LVADStrong initiatives, programs, partnerships, and milestones as we grow our impact across communities.
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December 20, 2025
Speaker Program for LVAD Support Groups
We are building a speaker network to bring real LVAD stories into support groups.
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August 1, 2025
LVADStrong: New Website Launch
Explore LVADStrong’s new site with fresh tools, real stories, and support for the LVAD journey.
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July 29, 2025
LVADStrong Launches Care Package Program
LVADStrong launches care package initiative to thank LVAD coordinators across the country.
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July 28, 2025
LVADStrong at the Lowell Folk Festival
LVADStrong raised awareness and shared stories at the Lowell Folk Festival this summer.
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June 14, 2025
LVADStrong CEO Joins Heart Failure Panel
LVADStrong CEO joins heart failure panel to promote peer support and better patient care.
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