Unique | Understanding Rare Chromosome and Gene Disorders

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Unique provides support, information and networking to families affected by rare chromosome and gene disorders.

Our helpline team can help you understand your family member's diagnosis and connect you with others. Why not join us today? Alternatively, have a look around first and contact us when you're ready....

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Your story matters

For our next chapter, we’re going back to where it all began… the little red book
We are delighted to invite you to write in our brand-new digital little red book! This is an opportunity for you to share your own personal experience with rare chromosome or gene disorders. With this book we hope to promote understanding and raise awareness by sharing stories that bring us together.

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Touch The Sky: our brand new pop song is out now

Our own pop song,"Touch the Sky," has just been released! 🌟

It's a positive, inclusive, uplifting celebration of the rare chromosome & gene disorder community. We hope you love it as much as we do! Share it with friends, family and loved ones.

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Families

Information & support for families & individuals affected by Rare Chromosome and Gene Disorders.

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Professionals

Resources & information for professionals working with those affected by Rare Chromosome and Gene Disorders.

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Support Us

Find out how you can get involved to support us, from fundraising ideas to volunteer opportunities.

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Rare Genetic Conditions Guides and Other Resources

Click here to download our free guides to specific chromosome changes and gene variants (as well as guides to further genetics related information, EasyRead guides, children’s booklets, practical guides and translations).

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News

Unique Guides using AI

We are calling for clinicians to lead development of five to ten new Unique Information Guides for rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders using a customised AI solution developed as part of a collaborative project between Unique, Manchester Rare Conditions Centre, Shorthills AI and NW GMSA.

May Webinar: Thinking differently about behaviour

Join us on 21 May 2025 for a virtual workshop for families.

📢 We're Hiring again!– Scientific Communications Officer 🌟

Are you passionate about supporting people and families affected by rare chromosome and gene disorders? Unique is looking for a Scientific Communications Officer to support the work of our Scientific Communications Team

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It's four weeks until Rare Chromo Day 2025!

Let’s make this year’s #RareChromoDay the biggest yet — because we are Unique, and so are you!

There are hundreds of ways to get involved during the run up to the big day. Help us by fundraising, donating, sharing your story and spreading the word!

👉 Head to: https://rarechromo.org/get-ready-for-rare-chromo-day-2025/ (link in bio) to find out what we have planned!

#RareChromoDay #UniqueCharity #RareButNotAlone #GeneticDisorders #AwarenessDay #LittleRedBook #40YearsOfUnique

It’s only one month until Rare Chromosome Awaren

This Rare Chromo Day (19 June 2025) we can't wait

We are calling for clinicians to lead development

Please help us carry on by making a donation today

Only with your help at this time of uncertainty can we go on providing information and support to anyone affected by rare chromosome and gene disorders. All donations, however large or small, make a real and lasting difference. THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!

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