A colorful DNA strand and medical imagery fill the left side of the poster, while the right side features bold text announcing the RNE Annual Conference on October 17th, 2026.

Rare New England Inc

LXCL:Enjoy access to the event as well as included lunch.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Student

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Grassroots npo/ small pt group

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Established npo / regional org

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Service provider/ professional

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CONNECTION HUB - Individual patient/caregiver advocate

CONNECTION HUB - Academic or research team

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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!

Hi <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you for registering for the Rare New England Annual Conference 2026: Advancing Rare Together &ndash; Education, Empowerment &amp; Connection! We&#39;re so excited you&#39;ll be joining us on&nbsp;Saturday, October 17, 2026, from&nbsp;10:00 AM&ndash;3:00 PM at the&nbsp;Elks Lodge, 887 South Main Street, Attleboro, MA. Your registration helps make this event possible, and we&#39;re honored to have you as part of our rare disease community. Throughout the day, you&#39;ll have the opportunity to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Hear inspiring stories and educational presentations from patients, caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Explore the&nbsp;Rare Exploration Experience, featuring organizations, resources, and interactive exhibits designed to support individuals and families living with rare and complex conditions.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Connect with others who understand the rare journey, share experiences, and build lasting relationships.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Discover new tools, services, and community resources that can continue supporting you long after the conference ends.</li></ul>Over the coming weeks, we&#39;ll be sharing additional details, including speaker announcements, the conference agenda, parking information, and other helpful reminders to help you prepare for the day. If you have any questions before the conference, please don&#39;t hesitate to reach out to us at <a data-fr-linked="true" fr-original-style="" href="mailto:info@rarenewengland.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="text-decoration-color: currentcolor; user-select: auto; box-sizing: inherit;" target="_blank">info@rarenewengland.org</a>. Thank you for being part of this special day. We look forward to welcoming you and advancing rare together on October 17! Warmly, The Rare New England Team Connecting the rare disease community through education, support, advocacy, and meaningful connections.

Rare New England Annual Conference 2026 Advancing Rare Together: Explore • Learn • ConnectSaturday, October 17, 2026 10:00 AM – 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're newly diagnosed, navigating a rare condition, supporting a loved one, working in healthcare, or passionate about improving the rare disease community, you'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><li>Community organizations and patient advocacy groups</li><li>Healthcare providers and clinical programs</li><li>Support services and community resources</li><li>Educational and advocacy initiatives</li><li>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><li>Individuals living with a rare or complex condition</li><li>Parents, caregivers, and family members</li><li>Patient advocates</li><li>Healthcare professionals</li><li>Students interested in healthcare or advocacy</li><li>Researchers</li><li>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—we can't wait to see you on October 17!

Rare New England Inc

RNE 2026 Annual Conference: Rare Exploration Experience Participants

887 S Main St

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Student

$25

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Grassroots npo/ small pt group

$50

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Established npo / regional org

$100

COMMUNITY RESOURCE PATHWAY - Service provider/ professional

$250

CONNECTION HUB - Student

$25

CONNECTION HUB - Individual patient/caregiver advocate

$50

CONNECTION HUB - Academic or research team

$150

CONNECTION HUB - Funded project or organization

$300

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