Our Voice Is Rare, Not Invisible

"True bravery rarely announces itself with a roar; more often, it is a quiet, invisible daily choice."

Bringing visibility, resources, and community to those living with chronic conditions and rare diseases.

10,000+rare diseases
<5%have an FDA-approved treatment

Out of over 10,000 rare diseases, less than 5% have an FDA-approved treatment. The journey to a diagnosis can take years, and living with an incurable chronic illness often means fighting a battle that others cannot see.

Have you ever heard…?

"Your labs are normal."
"You're too much; we can't help you."
Left an appointment more confused than when you walked in?
Spent more energy proving yourself than getting a plan of care?

You're not imagining it, and you're not alone.

Leeann Hoe, founder of Rare Not Invisible

Welcome, I'm Leeann

I recently finished graduate school to become a Family Nurse Practitioner, and I know firsthand what it's like to navigate chronic and rare illness. I started Rare Not Invisible so that no one has to walk this road alone: a place to feel heard, find trusted information, and learn to advocate for yourself.

My story is still being written, and so is yours.

You matter. Your story matters. Your voice matters. Help me advocate and educate, because our voice is rare, NOT invisible.

You choose how your story is used and whether your name is included.

No one should walk this journey alone.

Neighbors, educators, healthcare workers, local leaders: awareness is a start. Advocacy is the goal.

See how you can help

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