Parent Support Group
Provides a safe forum for TLC members to gain valuable emotional support as well as useful information. A place to share feelings and experiences with others who are struggling with similar challenges.

Music Therapy
Accompanied by a certified music therapist, parents can sing, hum, or speak to their child while being recorded onto a CD. With the cooperation of Child Life, the TLC arranges for equipment and funding.

Team TLC
Team of volunteers that partake in marathons, biathlons, and other events designed to raise money and awareness.

Enhanced Quality of Life
Placement of gliders, sleeper chairs, CD Players in infant Isolettes, CPR dolls, etc.

Outreach Network
Several trained TLC members are available to speak with parents who have a child in the NICU. The TLC attempts to match them with members whose children may have similar issues.

Capital Equipment
Underwriting of certain medical device acquisitions.

Transportation Fund
Provides subsidies for parents who do not have a way to get to the NICU after hours or in an emergency.

Parent Dinners in the NICU
Dinner is delivered to ancillary areas of the NICU so parents can eat near their child and have an opportunity to speak with TLC members.

Web Site
TenderLC.com is a valuable resource, full of useful information. (www.TenderLC.com)

Annual “Family Fun Day”
Provides an opportunity for NICU graduates, friends, families, and medical professionals to get together.

“Thinking Of You” Cards
Informs families with infants in the NICU about the TLC Foundation.