Our mission

The New Hampshire CF Patient and Family Advisory Council seeks to enhance the care and quality of life of the CF population. The CF PFAC works in partnership with the CF Care Center to advocate on behalf of parents/caregivers and patients for the best quality of care.

Email us at nhcfpatientfam@gmail.com if you are interested in joining us to help us fulfill our mission.

Meet the NH CF Patient and Family Advisory Council

  • Kerri Boucher

    Chair NH CF PFAC.

    Moveapalooza Committee

    I am on PFAC because as a person with CF, I think it’s important to share our experiences to help support others in the CF community.

    Fun fact, I’ve completed numerous marathons in the US and Europe.

  • Sarah Vooris

    NH CF PFAC Vice Chairperson

    Sarah is a mother, educator, advocate, and volunteer. When her daughter was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis as an infant, she shifted her focus toward the needs of those living with CF and the CF community. This change led to various endeavors, including fundraising and advocacy, development of CF educational kits for kids, CF center Patient Family Advisory Council participation, and involvement with the XoC Survey initiative. Sarah lives in Vermont with her husband, Mike, and her children, Regan and Maren.

    Fun Fact: I have been lost in Morocco, played soccer in Ethiopia, and have experienced many other big an small adventures ( and misadventures).

  • Nicole Czyzycki

    NH CF PFAC Board Secretary

    Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Center Coordinator NH Cystic Fibrosis Center

    I’m on the board to work with patients and families to find ways to improve the lives of our families in creative ways. Working with the board makes me a better nurse by learning from the true experts.

    Fun fact: I had a career in radio before becoming a nurse. If you had insomnia, you could hear me on the overnights at WZLX in Boston.

  • Lisa Samuelson

    NH CF PFAC Treasurer and Board Member

    I am part of PFAC because I have CF and would like to help others with CF.

    Fun Fact: When I was a university professor, I wrote three books on tree identification.

  • Kathy Sabadosa

    NH CF PFAC Board Member.

    Moveapalooza Committee

    I am a PFAC member to contribute my lived experience as a parent of an adult with CF and help the DHMC CF community thrive!

    Fun fact: I know how to ride a camel.

  • Sarah Littlefield

    As the mom of a CF teen, I feel that the other people on the PFAC board and their work have been inspirational and supportive during our family's CF journey. I joined the group as an opportunity to participate in and give back to this community.

    Fun Fact: I am a Dairy fanatic, from the cows and their farmers to the delicious products they provide, I am passionate about it all!

  • Tracy Gendreau

    I joined PFAC because I enjoy being involved in the CF network, learning new things, and meeting other CF parents and family members..it takes a village!

    Fun fact: I would rather be quilting or outdoors on the water any day of the week!

  • Paula Garvey

    NH CF PFAC Co-Ordinator, mom of 26 y/o w/cf.

    NH CF PFAC Board member.

    I’m on the council as I believe that the CF community has so much to offer each other. My daughter has CF and I would like to share my experience as a parent and learn from others in the CF Community.

    Fun fact: I sat beside Bono once at a traffic light!

  • Ashlee Robinson

    Newsletter Creator

    As the mom of a child with cystic fibrosis, I joined the PFAC group as a way to connect with other CF family members and my daughter’s care team, while also having the opportunity to reach other NH families with the work we do.

    Fun fact: My husband and I own a fitness center and we’ve hiked half of NH’s 4000 foot mountains (so far).

  • Bob Burnham

    Bob Burnham

    Moveapalooza Committee

    I am a PFAC member as the father of an adult with CF. I will always be grateful for the care our family received from the team and I look forward to continuing work with the community.

    Fun fact: I am long-time soccer fan and devoted supporter of Queens Park Rangers.

A little PFAC History…. our current CF PFAC was started in 2020 when our CF Center Co-ordinator’s Lynn Feenan and Lou Guill recognized the importance of PFAC. Thank-you Lou and Lynn for your passion and foresight!

  • Lynn Feenan

    I am part of this group because I fundamentally and deeply believe that patients and parents HAVE to be part of the CF Team for us to provide the best possible care to our patients.

    Fun fact: I have a new “COVID puppy” named Penny. "She is a complete character who has brought a lot of joy to her family in the midst of this crazy time."

  • Lou Guill

    PFAC is a link between the care team and patients/families outside the setting of the care experience itself. This is an important venue for communication unrelated to individual patient care and for getting patient and family input into the big picture

    Fun fact: I was a competitive swimmer in high school and college.

Who we are

The NH CF Patient and Family Advisory Council is a group of patients and families who live with cystic fibrosis, and members of the CF care team. We meet virtually 5 times each year, and collaborate on projects that will enhance cf care.

What we do

We identify needs of our CF community and work on projects to fulfill those needs.

Past and current projects

  • Newsletter -quarterly

  • Social media presence - Facebook and Instagram

  • Virtual meetings

  • CF Patient and Family Education Night

  • Established 501c3 status

  • 504 Plan information night

  • Newborn Kits

  • Welcome Bags for Adults

  • Walk-O-Rama/Moveapalooza

  • Transitions Group

  • Online gatherings - Kahootz, social hour.

    If you have suggestions for news projects please let us know!

Why we meet

Cystic fibrosis is a very complex chronic health condition. We meet frequently to share information, address concerns and work on projects to make life with CF a little easier. We connect via email between meetings.