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AAFA New England Chapter

The AAFA New England Chapter serves Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont residents  (of all ages) affected by asthma and allergies. AAFA New England provides resources for health care professionals, caregivers, teachers and childcare providers. AAFA New England offers support groups and works with communities to make them better for those with allergies and asthma.

Map of New England and text Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America New England Chapter

New England has one of the highest asthma rates in the country. One in nine people have the disease. Also, one in five suffers from allergies. We offer services to help people learn about treatment and how to prevent emergencies.

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What Programs Does the Chapter Provide?

Here are just a few programs the AAFA New England Chapter offers:

  • Educational support groups
  • Consulting services
  • Training for parents, healthcare providers, school personnel, daycare providers and others who work with children
  • Training for restaurant management, food servers, public health workers and the general public
  • Continuing education seminars
  • Asthma education for childcare providers
  • Speakers bureau
  • Telephone information and referrals
What Events Does the Chapter Hold?
AAFA New England holds an annual fundraiser, “For Life Without Limits Fall Gala.” The event features great food, fun and a silent auction.

We also host an annual concert featuring Kyle Dine. Dine is a singer and songwriter who writes songs for children with food allergies. These songs offer empowerment, support and education.

AAFA New England also sponsors outings to peanut-allergy-friendly baseball games.

What Publications Does the Chapter Offer?

AAFA New England publishes the Asthma & Allergy BULLETIN. This newsletter for members features information from doctors, personal stories, book reviews and more.

How Do I Contact the Chapter?

Lori Rohleder, Executive Director

Website: www.asthmaandallergies.org
Email: gro.enafaa@rirol

Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – New England Chapter
25 Braintree Hill Office Park, Suite 200
Braintree, MA 02184

Phone: (781) 444-7778