Empowering Teens & Young Adults to Build Brighter Futures!
At Bleeding Disorders of the Heartland, we believe every young person deserves the tools, confidence, and support to build a successful and independent future.
BDH THRIVE is our Teen & Young Adult Program, designed for individuals ages 13–20 affected by bleeding disorders. Through interactive education, hands-on activities, mentorship, and meaningful connections, THRIVE helps participants develop essential life skills while preparing for the transition into adulthood.
Our program focuses on six key areas:
- Financial Literacy: Budgeting, saving, understanding credit, and making informed financial decisions.
- Employment Readiness: Career exploration, résumé building, interview preparation, and workplace skills.
- Independent Living Skills: Preparing for life after high school, managing responsibilities, and building independence.
- Navigating Insurance: Understanding health insurance, healthcare costs, and available resources.
- Leadership & Confidence: Developing communication, self-advocacy, decision-making, and leadership skills.
- Building Brighter Futures: Setting goals, exploring opportunities, and creating a plan for personal success.
Beyond education, BDH THRIVE provides a welcoming environment where teens and young adults can build friendships, share experiences, and connect with peers who understand the challenges of living with a bleeding disorder.
Explore Our Teen & Young Adult Toolkit!
Learning doesn’t stop when our events end! Visit our Resources tab to access the BDH Teen & Young Adult Toolkit, proudly sponsored by Pfizer.
This toolkit provides helpful resources and educational materials to support teens, young adults, and their families as they navigate financial decisions, employment, healthcare, and the transition to independence.
Visit the Resources tab to explore the Teen & Young Adult Toolkit and start building your future today!
BDH THRIVE: Building Independence & Creating Opportunity.
Skills Today for Stronger Tomorrows.