Building Healthier America is all about making connections and providing the best information and resources to our families. In our daily endeavors, we often come across ideas and interesting articles to share. Building Healthier America News is where we'll share items of interest as well as keep you updated on our own happenings. Read on!
Posted September 15, 2020 in BHA News
Building Healthier America is seeking families with chronically ill and disabled children of all ages in Tucson and Hudson to be a part of a series of focus groups. These families and their input are an integral part of developing …
Posted September 13, 2020 in Helpful Info
Receiving a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes creates a whole set of challenges not only for the child, but for the entire family. Like Building Healthier America, the Diabetes Research Foundation is about keeping things positive and providing support for …
Posted September 10, 2020 in Inspiration
People living disabilities are not often portrayed in film and television. And, if we’re being honest, when they are most times the actors are able-bodied. However, there is still inspiration we can take from some of what’s out there in …
Posted September 9, 2020 in Helpful Info
Parenting children with chronic illness or a disability during COVID-19 is especially challenging. We like this article posted on the American Psychological Association website that gives solid and concise suggestions on how to navigate the additional fears our children face …
Posted September 8, 2020 in Helpful Info
Cancer.net has several excellent resources for families managing a child with cancer. You’ll find a listing of resources and websites here. Have others you want to share with us? Reach out and we’ll make sure we highlight them.
Posted September 1, 2020 in Helpful Info
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation has a terrific, user-friendly website with information for those of us raising a child with cystic fibrosis. Articles relevant to all stages of your child’s life, care resources, and access to case managers are all easily …
Posted August 29, 2020 in Helpful Info
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) is a great resource for families with special needs! Our goal is to incorporate the helpful information they provide into our future programs. Building Healthier America Families have great strength and strive for positivity. …