About Us
The Pacemaker Club is a free online community where members can communicate, ask questions, share experiences, and support one another. Through our new alliance with ForHearts Worldwide, there is a sustainable future for our community with plans for expanding access to online resources including ongoing education, creating programs for participation in community events, and building a network of support for members and their families. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life and healthcare outcomes for our members.
Our History and Legacy
ForHearts Worldwide, (formerly known as Heartbeat International Foundation), was established in 1984 to address the critical need for pacemakers and other cardiovascular implantable devices among disadvantaged populations worldwide. Since then, ForHearts Worldwide has saved more than 18,000 lives across 20 countries by providing access to life-saving pacemaker implants and ongoing life-long care. Among our board members was the veteran pacemaker recipient who founded the Pacemaker Club. A bond was forged.
In 2023, ForHearts Worldwide took the step to ensure sustainable support for this community and acquired the Pacemaker Club; bringing the club into the ForHearts Worldwide family. The value of our shared experiences is at the core of both of our missions as we work towards ensuring equitable access to cardiovascular care across the globe.
Expanding Our Reach and Impact
The members of the Pacemaker Club have long been a beacon of connection and support for those living with implanted cardiac devices. ForHearts Worldwide’s decision to support the Pacemaker Club mission, was driven by the shared vision to expand future opportunities for equitable access to cardiovascular care for all, and to help create a world where no patient faces their journey alone. Combining our global outreach and expertise with the strong Pacemaker Club community, we envision a world where every individual living with a pacemaker is empowered to live a full and healthy life.
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We invite everyone to become an active part of this community. Whether you want to share your experiences or seek advice, your participation can make a meaningful impact on someone's life. If you are looking for guidance and support, you will find it here. By joining the conversation, sharing your personal journey, or asking questions, you will be part of a caring, collaborative community that makes a difference. Together, we provide care and encouragement to those in need around the world.
