Unique | Understanding Rare Chromosome and Gene Disorders

Rare Chromo Day 2025

We launched some exciting new publications on Rare Chromo Day 2025. See what we did to raise awareness for the community, read our new Little Red Book and dive into our latest report sharing the Unique experiences of our community.

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Our new Little Red Book

All over the world, our members have been sharing their experiences of life with rare gene and chromosome disorders.

Join us in celebrating them and their stories by reading our Little Red Book today!

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Welcome to Unique!

Unique provides support, information and networking to families affected by rare chromosome and gene disorders.

Our helpline team can help you understand your family member's diagnosis and connect you with others. Why not join us today? Alternatively, have a look around first and contact us when you're ready....

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Touch The Sky: listen now

Listen to 'Touch the Sky', our very own pop song now! 🌟

It's a positive, inclusive, uplifting celebration of the rare chromosome and gene disorder community. We hope you love it as much as we do! Share it with friends, family and loved ones.

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Families

Information & support for families & individuals affected by Rare Chromosome and Gene Disorders.

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Professionals

Resources & information for professionals working with those affected by Rare Chromosome and Gene Disorders.

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Support Us

Find out how you can get involved to support us, from fundraising ideas to volunteer opportunities.

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Rare Genetic Conditions Guides and Other Resources

Click here to download our free guides to specific chromosome changes and gene variants (as well as guides to further genetics related information, EasyRead guides, children’s booklets, practical guides and translations).

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News

Join the Unique meet-up - Liverpool

"I have recently become an Ambassador for Unique in Liverpool and held our first coffee morning at the end of August 2025. .. I am looking to run the event twice a year to meet other parents in a similar situation to myself. It would be nice to get to know other families locally."

A home for research studies

Our new 'Research opportunities' page has a collection of up-to-date projects that you can get involved in right now. We want to make sure that you can find research opportunities as quickly and easily as possible.

Get ready for Rare Chromo Day 2025

Rare Chromo Day is taking place on Thursday 19th June 2025. Learn more about the launch of our Little Red Book and find out how to get involved.

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Only with your help at this time of uncertainty can we go on providing information and support to anyone affected by rare chromosome and gene disorders. All donations, however large or small, make a real and lasting difference. THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!

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