
About MASG INC.
Maison Alexander Support Group INC. (MASG) is a Christian-based nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting neonatal families during one of life’s challenging times in the NICU and beyond. Founded by Mariann Shaw, a NICU mother and survivor, MASG has served families within the NICU community by providing both financial care and resources to assist during their time in the NICU. MASG will continue to advocate for neonatal families through young adolescence years by building strong partnerships with local hospitals, neonatal care units and community organizations.
The organization includes:
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EDUCATION – Covering topics on preemie care, coping strategies and navigation.
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COUNSELING – Trained support from professional counselors to assist with stress, anxiety and uncertainties of the neonatal unit.
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NETWORK – Connecting families with aid and community resources that is essential to the NICU.
Over the past eleven years, MASG has assisted families through financial support in gas cards, food cards, devotionals, diapers and preemie clothes. MASG has provided emotional support through not only the organization’s services but also by prayer and leading families back to Christ.
Looking forward, MASG’s sustainability financial plan is designed to ensure continued support for our programs, while maintaining standards of transparency and accountability.
MASG envisions a future where every neonatal family, regardless of background and or spiritual beliefs, has access for support, resources, encouragement and guidance during the NICU and beyond. Through the organizations comprehensive care, MASG will set a standard for neonatal family support across the region.