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American Liver Foundation

National. 14 divisions. Founded 1976. Dedicated to the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease (including hepatitis) through research, education and advocacy. Members include patients, families, professionals and supporters. Chapters organized and operated by lay volunteers and staff. Online local division locator.

Write:

American Liver Foundation

39 Broadway, Ste. 2700

New York, NY 10006

Voice: 212-943-1059

Website: http://www.liverfoundation.org

Verified: 11/23/2011

Children's Liver Association for Support Services (CLASS)

Model. Founded 1995. Dedicated to addressing the emotional, educational and financial needs of families with children with liver disease or liver transplantation. Telephone hotline, newsletter, parent matching, literature and financial assistance. Supports research and educates public about organ donations.

Write:

CLASS

25379 Wayne Mills Pl., Suite 143

Valencia, CA 91355

Voice: 1-877-679-8256 or 661-263-9099

Fax: 661-263-9099

Website: http://www.classkids.org

Verified: 9/21/2011

PSC-Support

Online. 2000+ members. Founded 1998. Support for patients or family members of patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis, a chronic cholestatic liver disease characterized by periductal inflammation of both intrahepatic and extrahepatic bile ducts.

Website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/psc-support

E-mail: psc-support-owner@yahoogroups.com

Verified: 9/2/2011

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

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