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Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited chronic disease that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. A defective gene and its protein cause the body to produce a thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs, causing life-threatening lung infections and obstructs the pancreas, preventing natural enzymes helping the body to break down and absorb food. The impact of CF can vary from one person to another.

The condition affects nearly 1,200 adults and children in Ireland. Ireland has the highest prevalence of Cystic Fibrosis in the World and has the most severe forms of Cystic Fibrosis in the World. The life expectancy of a person with CF ranges worldwide due to access to treatments, but in Ireland the predicted median age of survival is early to mid 30’s.

The main ways Cystic Fibrosis Ireland support their members is through a range of grants and support services. These supports make a real difference to the sufferers and all of your donations count.

Exercise Grant Scheme:
The purpose of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to PWCF for gym membership fees, purchasing exercise equipment, fitness lessons, etc. as fitness is very important for PWCF to help clear their lungs.

Transplant Assessment/Review and Transplant Grant Scheme:
Provision of financial assistance towards incidental expenses (accommodation, meals and transport) incurred to members and their families who must travel for transplant assessment, transplant and follow up phases.

Fertility Grant Scheme:
The fertility grant provides financial support to PWCF and their respective partners who wish to undergo fertility assessment/treatment in the hope of becoming pregnant.

Social and Distress Scheme:
CF Ireland have limited funds available under the Social and Distress scheme to lend assistance to families of children with CF and adults with CF who are experiencing certain difficulties or financial hardship.

Counselling Referral:
CFI offers a counselling referral service to members who wish to speak with a professional outside of the hospital environment to work through their concerns and difficulties.