CaringBridge
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CaringBridge Inc. is a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 19971 which allows people facing various medical conditions and their family and friends to communicate. CaringBridge is headquartered in Eagan, Minnesota.
CaringBridge Inc. is a charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established in 1997 which allows people facing various medical conditions and their family and friends to communicate. CaringBridge is headquartered in Eagan, Minnesota.
Purpose
CaringBridge allows patients, caregivers, families, and friends to exchange information about a patient's medical condition on an ongoing basis. The websites are designed to become conduits between patients, their families, friends, neighbors, and colleagues.
History
CaringBridge was created in 1997 by Sona Mehring when her close friend gave premature birth to a daughter. The site was intended to keep family and friends informed about the child.
See also
Virtual community
References
External links
Organizational Profile – National Center for Charitable Statistics (Urban Institute) Charities Navigator
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