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Newly Diagnosed - Infantile/Juvenille

My child, grandchild or someone I love has just been diagnosed with Classic Infantile or Juvenile Tay-Sachs, Sandhoff, GM-1 or Canavan; now what? Take a deep breath and know that you’ve come to the right place. The day you received the diagnosis might have been the worst day of your life. We understand! You are not alone! NTSAD is dedicated to finding a cure & caring for families.

We can help you:

  • Understand the diagnosis & symptom management options
  • Keep updated on research efforts
  • Connect with other families that truly understand


Getting Started:

  • Contact Kim Kubilus, Director of Family Services at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 800.906.8723.

  • Read the Newly Diagnosed pages
    First Steps -  help getting organized, finding a doctor, and knowing your insurance
    Philosophy of care - thinking through what's most important
    Free Info Packet - great information on how to manage and cope
    Register for research
    Become a member - join NTSAD for even more support

  • Contact Kim anytime with questions, issues, concerns or just to chat!



Infantile & Juvenile Support

  • Infantile & Juvenile Support
    • Newly Diagnosed
      • First Steps
      • Philosophy of Care
      • Free Info Packet
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    • What to Expect
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    • Palliative & Hospice Care
      • Palliative
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      • About Insurance
    • Making Memories
    • Coping
      • Taking Care of YOU
      • Siblings
    • Ways to Help
      • Gift Ideas
    • Grief
    • Preparing for the Unthinkable
  • Late Onset Support
  • Meet the Families

Meet Kim Kubilus


Director of Family Services

My name is Kim Kubilus and I am available to help you in any way I can. I lost two brothers to a lysosomal disease related to Tay-Sachs. If I can help ease the heartache of another, then maybe my family’s loss was not in vain.

Please feel free to contact me anytime with any question or just to talk. I may not know the answer but I’ll do my best to find it. My email is Kim@ntsad.org or 800.906.8723.

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