Many resources exist for young persons with CFIDS (YPWCs) and their families. Following is a list of some resources we're aware of outside of this webpage. If you know of a resource that should be listed here, please write to webmaster@cfids.org.

The CFIDS Association of America claims no responsibility for information on websites that are not part of the Association's website. This information is provided as a public service.

• Support Groups and Pen Pals
• Websites of Interest 
• Education Resources
• Books, Newsletters and Articles

Support Groups and Pen Pals

• Sleepy Teenzzz is a CFS site designed by teenz with CFS for teenz with CFS. Offers opportunities for support.
• The CFS-Y Discussion List is an electronic support group for young people with CFS/CFIDS. When you join the list you become part of a group of young people with CFS who communicate by e-mail over the Internet.
• CFIDS College is a discussion list for college students with CFIDS, providing a place to "share notes" on college life, study tips, dealing with peers, etc.
• CFS-20s is a mailing list offering support to people with CFS in their 20s, many of whom have been ill for many years. 
• About.com CFS Chat Room has scheduled and unscheduled chat's for PWCs of various ages, including a special chat for teens with CFIDS.
• CFS-P offers support to parents of children and teenagers with chronic fatigue syndrome and related conditions. 
• The CaringParents Discussion List is a member of The CaringFamily Organization of Internet support services. Members of CaringParents share their concerns, questions and stories with other adults who are helping a child cope with illness.
• PatchWorx is an online community for young people facing illness and disability.
• Fun Wishes Pen Pal Connection is a web site that matches pen pals by gender, age and interests (this is NOT a dating service and is not exclusively for young children nor is it exclusive to CFIDS patients).
• CFIDS Support Network
• Starting a Support Group for YPWCs and Parents

Websites of Interest

• About.com Guide to CFS is an excellent resource for information about CFIDS, including original articles, chat and news.
• Alison Hunter Memorial Foundation is an Australian foundation with the goal of reducing the impact in the community of the disease myalgic encephalopathy / chronic fatigue syndrome
• AYME (Association of Youth with ME  is a UK-based independent registered charity dedicated to giving help, support and vital contact to children and young people with myalgic encephalomyelitis (M.E.)/CFIDS/CFS.
• Discussion Forum: Pediatric Network for CFS, FM, and OI
• SAYME - The South Australian Youth with ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) aims to raise awareness around the world about ME/CFS and provide fun, friendship and support for young people who suffer from this terrible illness.
• Young People's Group of the UK M.E. Association
• Youth Pages of the National ME/FM Action Network of Canada
• The Pediatric Network for chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia and orthostatic intolerance.
• More than ME, is aimed and young people with ME/CFS/CFIDS and friends or family of sufferers.
  

Education Resources

• Action for ME if you are affected by M.E. (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/ Encephalopathy), CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) or PVFS (Post Viral Fatigue Syndrome)? This site is for you.
• Chronic Illness Initiative  DePaul University. Students with chronic illnesses such as chronic fatigue syndrome, lupus, fibromyalgia, among others, may take advantage of the services of the SNL’s Chronic Illness Initiative. This program was designed to help students who have had difficulty attending traditional programs because of relapses or unpredictable symptom flare ups. Scholarships are available.
• The Pediatric Network for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and Orthostatic Intolerance has articles on medical, educational, parenting, transition planning, and advocacy topics
• The National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities  is a national information and referral center that provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues for families, educators and other professionals.
• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Homepage (IDEA), provides information on the federal law which mandates a "free and equal education" for children with disabilities.
• Special Education and Rehabilitative Services provides links to various sources that can provide assistance or needed information.
• Transition , has information about the school-to-work transition.
• The PACER Center expands opportunities and enhances the quality of life of children and young adults with disabilities and their families, based on the concept of parents helping parents.
• HEATH Resource Center is a national clearinghouse on postsecondary education for individuals with disabilities.
• Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) of the U.S. Department of Education.
• Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) is a national information system with ready access to an extensive body of education-related literature.