Better2gether: Making a Difference for the Whole Family
At Better2gether, we know that supporting a child with a rare or complex illness isn’t just about medical care—it’s about caring for the entire family. This holiday season, we want to share how your generosity makes a real difference in the lives of families navigating extraordinary challenges.
For Markesha and Amir, the day-to-day demands of managing ten doctors, multiple prescriptions, and various nursing agencies were overwhelming. “Jenn, Better2gether’s Family Navigator, followed up with me every step of the way. She sent texts, emails, and stayed on top of things when I couldn’t,” Markesha shares. “Better2gether took a huge burden off my shoulders. They didn’t just help; they were a lifesaver.”
Treshana echoes this sentiment, highlighting how Better2gether supports the entire family. “The best part about Better2gether is they don’t leave anyone out. They care for every sibling, every parent. They always follow up, always reach out, always try again if something doesn’t work. This is a blessing. They give you it all. They’re always there, no matter what, and they make you feel like one big family.”
For single parent Jalesa and her ten-year-old daughter Lauren, life can be unpredictable. Lauren’s vibrant personality shines through despite her complex health needs. “Better2gether does more reaching out to me than I do to them! They let us know that they’re there. They include us,” Jalesa says.
Jill shares how Better2gether has helped her family feel seen and supported. “Better2gether makes our family feel like we are part of something, that we belong. Having a child with special needs is so isolating—not only for parents but for siblings as well. Better2gether makes our whole family feel included. During hospital visits, there have been many times where I don’t know who to turn to, and Better2gether is just a call or text away. We have been able to access resources that we would not have even known about if we weren’t part of Better2gether.”
And for Ashley, the connections with other families have been life-changing. “Better2gether is amazing for helping families find other families who have similar experiences. The people we've met have been so candid and wonderful. I’m especially excited about the Support Group. Just being able to talk to others who understand has been phenomenal.”
Your support allows Better2gether to do this work—reaching out, connecting, and lifting up families in ways that make life a little easier, a little brighter, and a lot more hopeful. This holiday season, we are so grateful for you. Together, we can continue to stand beside families, giving them the support, resources, and community they need to thrive.