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  • We've been there, we're here to help.

    If someone you know has just learned that they or their child has a heart defect or congenital heart disease (CHD) please fill out the form below to receive a free Conquering CHD Kit. These care packages were designed by families who have been in your shoes. We are parents of children with CHD and CHD patients working together to help families cope with CHD diagnoses. Our goal is to provide comfort, support and guidance. We hope to help you become “CHD Wise” and we want you to know, you are not alone. A huge network of families is right here for you and we want to help.

  • Please note: This application is for families currently living in or receiving their cardiac care in Virginia. To receive a care package outside of the state of Virginia, please contact support@conqueringchd.org.

  • Additional Support

    Looking for CHD support in Virginia beyond prenatal care? Please contact us at pcha.va@conqueringchd.org to connect with us and learn about the Congenital Heart Network here to support families and CHD patients along every step of their journey.

  • Recipient Information

    Tell us about the patient and family receiving the Conquering CHD Kit. This will help us get it delivered as soon as possible.
  • Our Prenatal Kit is designed for families whose babies are diagnosed with CHD before the baby is born. Our "Hospital Kit" is designed for for families who are scheduled to have a child of any age in the hospital for a surgery related to a Congenital Heart Defect. Please request this kit at least three weeks before the anticipated stay so we can deliver it in time! If you are in need of additional support , we encourage you to contact pcha.va@conqueringchd.org
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  • if this is a prenatal request and the baby's name is not yet announced, please type "N/A"
  • Please indicate the center or hospital where treatment will take place. Leave blank if unsure or unknown.
  • Please indicate the names/ages of any siblings

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  • Online Information and Resources

    The Pediatric Congenital Heart Association hosts an online “CHD Information and Resource Guide” for CHD families and CHD patients to utilize anytime. Visit www.conqueringchd.org.

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