Our Mission
Take a Pain Check Foundation (TAPC) is a global, youth-led nonprofit dedicated to empowering, educating, supporting, and advocating for young people with rheumatic diseases. We strive to raise awareness, promote resilience, and improve quality of life by amplifying lived experiences and providing accessible programs, leadership opportunities, and inclusive peer support.
Through education, advocacy, content creation and digital outreach, we equip youth with the knowledge, tools, and community they need to navigate their healthcare journey and create lasting change.
Our Vision
Every young person with a rheumatic disease deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported. We aim to build a future where youth are active partners in their care, where healthcare systems value lived experience, and where access to education, resources, and support is equitable and inclusive.
Take a Pain Check Foundation envisions a connected global community led by young people, driving change through advocacy, education, content creation, and collaboration. By working alongside hospitals, researchers, and institutions, we are expanding the reach of youth-led voices and creating meaningful, lasting impact in the rheumatology space.
Have you met our TAPC animals?
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Hi! We’re the Take a Pain Check support animals!
We’re here to bring comfort, smiles, and a little bit of fun to anyone living with or affected by rheumatic conditions.
Whether you’re flaring, feeling low, or just need a soft friend by your side, we’ve got you! From Rheumy the bear to Lupie the llama to Dermie the duck, each of us represents a different condition, but together, we’re all about support, understanding, and a little bit of fluff.
No matter what you’re going through, we’re here to remind you: you’re never alone. 💙
