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Rare New England Inc

Rare New England connects patients, families, and healthcare professionals to improve lives affected by rare diseases through education, advocacy, and community support, fostering collaboration and empowerment within the rare disease community.

Rare New England Annual Conference 2026 Advancing Rare Together: Explore &bull; Learn &bull; ConnectSaturday, October 17, 2026 10:00 AM &ndash; 3:00 PM Elks Lodge 887 S. Main Street, Attleboro, MA Join Rare New England for our Annual Conference, a day dedicated to bringing together patients, caregivers, families, advocates, healthcare professionals, students, researchers, and community partners from across New England. Whether you&#39;re newly diagnosed, navigating a rare condition, supporting a loved one, working in healthcare, or passionate about improving the rare disease community, you&#39;ll find opportunities to learn, connect, and be inspired. What to Expect Educational Sessions Hear from inspiring patient and caregiver speakers, healthcare professionals, and community leaders as they share practical insights, lived experiences, and innovative approaches to improving life with rare and complex conditions. The Rare Exploration Experience Our interactive exhibit hall is designed to help attendees discover valuable resources, make meaningful connections, and engage with organizations dedicated to improving quality of life. Explore:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community organizations and patient advocacy groups</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Healthcare providers and clinical programs</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Support services and community resources</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Educational and advocacy initiatives</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Interactive exhibits and hands-on activities</li></ul>Connect With Your Community Meet others who understand the rare journey, exchange ideas, build relationships, and discover resources that can support you and your family long after the conference ends.Who Should Attend?<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Individuals living with a rare or complex condition</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Parents, caregivers, and family members</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Patient advocates</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Healthcare professionals</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Students interested in healthcare or advocacy</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Researchers</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community organizations and supporters</li></ul>We look forward to welcoming you for a day of education, empowerment, and connection as we continue Advancing Rare Together. Registration is now open&mdash;we can&#39;t wait to see you on October 17!

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