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Events
Annual Family Retreat
We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming FA Family Retreat, taking place at The Painted Turtle from June 21-25, 2025.
The Family Retreat offers a unique opportunity for families registered with us to participate in presentations by leading researchers and physicians specializing in Fanconi anemia (FA). Attendees will benefit from support groups aiding in coping with the disease, voluntary participation in FA research projects, and the chance to connect with other families impacted by FA.
Event Details:
- Dates:
June 21 – 25, 2025 - Check-in:
Saturday, June 21 - Check-out:
Wednesday, June 25
Registration is open now on the Painted Turtle website. All family applications must be completed by May 1.
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Annual Family Retreat
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