For Members
By registering on the ACHA website, you get the benefits of ACHA membership at no charge. Free membership offers you access to information throughout the website that an adult with a congenital heart defect needs to have in order to protect and improve his/her life-long health and well-being.
Note: International members will receive all ACHA mailings by e-mail. As a paid Supporter of ACHA you have the option of receiving printed materials upon request. E-mail info@achaheart.org with any questions.
Here are some of the "tools" that membership provides to patient and families:- ACHA Message Board
A moderated online discussion board that provides a primary support system for the ACHA community. - Heart Matters newsletter
Introductory copies of our quarterly publication. - ACHA Personal Health Passport
A tool that provides access to your health care information no matter where you are. Available online and/or in print. - ACHD Clinic Directory
A searchable tool with updated information about ACHD clinical programs. - ACHA Online Resources
Our website offers extensive online resources for CHD patients, families and health professionals. Special topics include information on specific defects, procedures, surgery, arrhythmias, pregnancy and CHD, insurance and disability issues, and exercise and physical activity.
ACHA relies on your support to further efforts on behalf of adults with congenital heart defects (CHD). These efforts include National Congenital Heart Disease Lobby Day, ACHA's Personal Health Passport, Don’t Get Lost Campaigns, conferences, and many other education and outreach initiatives and educational programs. Click here to read the Top 10 Reasons to become a supporter of ACHA! Or donate directly online!