PICS Coalition
ICU survivor in hopeful recovery

Who We Serve

Support for every person touched by the ICU

Whether you survived the ICU, love someone who did, or care for those who have — you are not alone. The PICS Coalition is here for you.

ICU SurvivorsFamilies & CaregiversClinicians & Researchers

For ICU Survivors

You made it out. Now let's figure out what comes next.

Surviving the ICU is a brutal battle — and for 50–80% of survivors, the fight doesn't end at discharge. If you're experiencing weakness, exhaustion, memory problems, anxiety, or any of the other effects of PICS, know this: what you're going through has a name, it's real, and you are not alone. The PICS Coalition connects survivors with information, peer support, and resources to help you understand and navigate your recovery.

How we support survivors

Education & Awareness
Plain-language guides to help you understand what PICS is, what symptoms to expect, and what recovery can look like.
Peer Connection
Connect with other ICU survivors who truly understand what you're going through — because they've been there too.
Resource Library
Curated tools, links, and guides to help you find the right care, ask the right questions, and advocate for yourself.
Community Events
Webinars, support groups, and community gatherings where survivors share, heal, and find hope together.
ICU survivor in hopeful recovery

"I didn't know what was wrong with me for months. Finding out it was PICS — that it had a name — changed everything."

— ICU Survivor
Family caregiver supporting a loved one in recovery

"Everyone asked how my husband was doing. Nobody asked how I was doing. PICS-F is real — and finally having a name for it helped me get help."

— Family Caregiver

For Families & Caregivers

Caring for a survivor is its own journey.

When someone you love survives the ICU, the relief can quickly give way to confusion, exhaustion, and grief. Approximately 20% of family members and caregivers of ICU survivors develop PICS-F — their own form of trauma, anxiety, and depression. You may be managing a loved one's recovery while struggling with your own. The PICS Coalition sees you, and we're here to help.

How we support families

Understanding PICS-F
Learn about the psychological impact of a loved one's ICU stay — and why what you're feeling is a recognized, treatable condition.
Caregiver Resources
Practical guides and tools to help you support your loved one's recovery while taking care of yourself.
Family Support Groups
Connect with other families who are navigating the same challenges — and find community in shared experience.
Communication Tools
Resources to help you talk to healthcare providers, explain PICS to friends and extended family, and advocate effectively.

For Clinicians & Researchers

Advancing PICS awareness and post-ICU care.

Healthcare professionals are on the front lines of identifying and treating PICS — but awareness, screening tools, and follow-up protocols remain inconsistent. The PICS Coalition partners with clinicians, researchers, and healthcare organizations to advance education, share evidence-based resources, and improve the standard of post-ICU care for every patient.

How we support clinicians

Clinical Education
Evidence-based resources on PICS identification, screening, and treatment to support your practice.
Screening Tools
Validated instruments and protocols to help identify PICS in your patients before and after discharge.
Research & Publications
Access to current research, case studies, and clinical literature on PICS and post-ICU recovery.
Partnership Opportunities
Collaborate with the PICS Coalition to advance awareness, develop resources, and improve outcomes for survivors.
Compassionate clinician speaking with a patient

"Most of my patients had no idea what PICS was when they left the ICU. Better education — for clinicians and patients alike — is the first step."

— Critical Care Physician

Not sure where to start?

Reach out to the PICS Coalition. We'll help you find the right resources, community, and support for your situation.

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