Let's Have a Heart-to-Heart for National Heart Month!
February is National Heart Month, and Heart Failure Awareness Week is February 12 to 18. This year we want to bring awareness to the importance of connection and emotional support for those living with heart failure and caring for folks with heart failure.
Living with a chronic condition can be overwhelming, but having connections can make a big difference in managing it and improving mental health. Having a support system of friends and family who understand what you are going through can provide a sense of camaraderie and validation.
We want to encourage you to reach out to someone you care about to have a heart-to-heart about the realities of living with heart failure. If you don't have anyone to reach out to, our online community has many ways to connect with others affected by heart failure and is a wonderful source of support. By sharing, we can spread awareness of this condition and feel less alone!
Ways to connect at Heart-Failure.net
Help someone today
Our discussion forums are filled with community members asking questions, sharing information, and providing support to one another. There are conversations about symptom management, preparing for upcoming surgeries, needing support, the most challenging aspects of heart failure, and more.
Share your story
Sharing your story can make a difference. Speaking out about your experiences is an act of advocacy. What was it like when you were diagnosed? Did your workplace offer you accommodations and support? How has your life changed since your diagnosis of heart failure? What are you looking for from this community?
Connect with us on social media
The more you connect with us, the more we can connect you with others who are living with heart failure. Did you know we are also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter?
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Articles
Check out some of our health leaders' articles on the importance of connection and how to find support!
Importance of Community
Managing Your Emotions
The Power of Support
The Importance of Support Groups
It Takes A Village: The Benefits of Support Groups
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