Young Mended Hearts was created to give hope and support to young adults (ages 18 to 55 suggested) who have heart disease, including congenital heart disease (CHD).
Many peer support groups for patients who have heart disease are made up of older adults, and young adult patients often dont feel they fit in.Young adults are dealing with heart disease at a different stage of life and have different life experiences as they manage their heart disease.
About Young Mended Hearts
Young adults with heart disease face challenges unique to heart patients in young adulthood into mid-life. The stress from child-rearing and caring for elderly parents, along with work and social obligations can make it easy to backburner your own health.