LVADStrong Launches Care Package Program
July 29, 2025
LVADStrong launches care package initiative to thank LVAD coordinators across the country.
July 29, 2025
LVADStrong launches care package initiative to thank LVAD coordinators across the country.
LVADStrong is taking its mission one step further with a new initiative focused on recognizing and supporting the unsung heroes of the LVAD world. The nonprofit has announced a nationwide community service campaign to deliver care packages to LVAD coordinators in hospitals across the country.
These care packages are more than just a gesture. They are a symbol of gratitude, connection, and community. LVAD coordinators are the steady hands and calm voices guiding patients through some of the most difficult periods of their lives. They manage education, provide training, troubleshoot issues, and often serve as emotional anchors for patients and caregivers. LVADStrong believes it is time to give something back.
LVAD coordinators are often overlooked in the broader healthcare conversation. While surgeons and cardiologists play critical roles, it is the coordinators who help patients adjust to life after surgery. They teach patients how to care for their driveline, how to respond to alarms, and how to safely navigate daily life with a mechanical heart pump. They are problem-solvers, advocates, and caregivers all at once.
Phil Morton, founder and CEO of LVADStrong, knows this firsthand. As an LVAD patient, he has worked closely with coordinators who made a lasting impact on his journey. Their tireless efforts inspired this new initiative. According to Phil, showing appreciation to coordinators is not only the right thing to do, it also strengthens the bond between patients and providers.
Each care package is thoughtfully assembled to include a mix of practical items and small comforts. Things like healthy snacks, gift cards, self-care products, and handwritten thank-you notes from LVAD patients and caregivers are part of the package. The goal is to provide a moment of encouragement and recognition for coordinators who often give so much without asking for anything in return.
These packages also serve a second purpose. They are a bridge between the patient community and the healthcare professionals who support them. By making these deliveries personal and meaningful, LVADStrong is reinforcing its belief that stronger relationships lead to better outcomes.
To support the effort, LVADStrong has launched a fundraiser on GiveButter. Every donation goes directly toward expanding this outreach—more hospitals, more coordinators, and more reminders that this community sees and values its caregivers.
Donors can choose how they want to contribute. Some choose to sponsor a full care package. Others chip in smaller amounts to help with shipping, supplies, or materials. Every dollar makes an impact.
The campaign has already begun to gain traction. Supporters are sharing the message on social media, and LVADStrong is receiving requests from patients who want to include personal messages or nominate coordinators who have gone above and beyond.
LVADStrong has always focused on connection. From peer mentorship programs to educational outreach, the nonprofit works to ensure that no one in the LVAD community feels alone. This new initiative expands that mission by acknowledging the healthcare professionals who walk alongside patients from day one.
By recognizing the value of LVAD coordinators, the nonprofit is not only thanking them for their work but also advocating for a more human-centered approach to care. It is a reminder that healthcare is not just about technology or procedures. It is about relationships, empathy, and community.
LVADStrong is asking supporters to spread the word. Share the campaign, make a donation, or write a thank-you note that can be included in a package. Even small actions can have a big impact.
This is what the LVADStrong community is all about. It is about lifting each other up, recognizing those who go the extra mile, and building a network of support that reaches beyond the hospital walls.
With this new initiative, LVADStrong continues to lead by example—creating real-world impact through compassion and action. The care packages may be small in size, but they carry a powerful message: we see you, we appreciate you, and we are in this together.