A big obstacle for kids with a chronic illness like lupus is the uncertainty of their condition. They may feel fine one day and unwell the next. Add the stress of school to this and, understandably, kids and their parents can feel overwhelmed. The good news is that there are ways to make getting through school with lupus easier. Developing a plan is essential for parents, kids, and their school. This toolkit provides useful resources that will help you create a plan for your child.
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Leanna Bennett
202-845-4972
Bennett@lupus.org
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