ABOUT US

The Unburdened Project was born out of heartbreak—and out of hope.

The Story That Started It All

"I lost a dear mom friend to suicide. She was overwhelmed caring for her autistic son and struggling financially. She confided in me—but I didn’t know how to help. I founded The Unburdened Project so no parent would ever feel that alone again.

— Founder’s Story

OUR INITIATIVES

HOW WE HELP

The Problem:

Overload, burnout, isolation among special needs parents
Lack of access to flexible support, respite, and mental health care
Emotional toll can lead to depression, income loss, or worse
Parents are not just caregivers—they are therapists, advocates, nurses, and teachers. But no one is caring for them.

What We Provide:

Respite Relief – Short-term caregiving breaks
Emergency Help – Groceries, rent, transportation
Mental Health Circles – Peer-led and professional support
Community Connections – Volunteer match + mentorship

What Makes Us Different?

At The Unburdened Project, we do more than raise awareness—we raise relief. While many organizations provide guidance, referrals, or advocacy, we deliver something often missing: support that shows up when life feels impossible.

Here’s what sets us apart:

1. Real-Life Help, Not Just Referrals

We provide immediate, hands-on relief—respite care, emergency essentials, and mental health support—because parents don’t need more websites to visit. They need groceries, time to breathe, and someone to listen.

2. Born from a Real Loss

This project was founded after losing a dear friend—a mother of an autistic child—to suicide. Her story fuels our mission: to ensure no other parent feels that isolated or unsupported.

3. Parent Mental Health Comes First

Most services center the child. We center the parent—because if they burn out, the whole system collapses. Our work starts with their mental, emotional, and practical needs.

4. Peer-Led + Professional Care

We combine trained volunteer support with licensed mental health professionals. Our approach is rooted in empathy and lived experience, not just credentials.

5. “Support That Shows Up” Isn’t a Slogan—It’s Our Standard

We don’t wait for families to find us. We meet them where they are: in crisis, at home, in need. Whether it’s a warm meal or a weekend off, our support is immediate and deeply personal.