Margaret Hackett Family Program

Congenital anomalies of the central nervous system (CNS) are congenital disabilities of the physical structure of the brain or spinal cord that occur during fetal intrauterine growth, such as spina bifida, hydrocephalus and other conditions. The Margaret Hackett Family Program (MHFP) at the University of Chicago provides individuals and families with help in diagnosing, understanding, caring for, and addressing the challenges of living with CNS congenital anomalies. MHFP also provides research and research grants.

The Margaret Hacker Family Program also offers:

• A monthly, virtual “Connect Group” for individuals and families affected by CNS anomalies
• In-person quarterly socials
• In-person events twice a year featuring food, giveaways, fun activities and resources
• Help with finding resources and medical care

For questions, please call (773) 795-0622 or email mhfcp@bsd.uchicago.edu.