Burlington, Vt Ride to cure starts today!
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Ride to Cure Diabetes on July 16, 2010
Burlington, Vt, one of the premier cycling destinations in the United States, offers “classic New England” cycling on some of the most scenic roads in Vermont. The JDRF new course follows more than 100 miles through historic villages featuring covered bridges and flowing rivers. Take in spectacular views while cycling along a relatively flat course through the pristine Champlain Valley.
Located on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain between the Adirondack and Green Mountains, Burlington is one of America’s most beautiful cities. Burlington has long been known as Vermont’s Queen City. It’s the home of the University of Vermont, Champlain College, Community College of Vermont and Burlington College and attracts a variety of musical, theater and other cultural events.
The core of this vibrant city’s downtown is the Church Street Marketplace. Its cross-streets are the meeting place for Burlington, where grand architecture of the past blends with the artistic and commercial vibrancy of the present. With 40 specialty shops and 15 national retailers, it is any shopper’s dream! Burlington’s nearby waterfront is home to parks, a walking/bike path, fine restaurants, ferry crossings and cruise boats.
For More information visit the Burlington JDRF Ride page
Register Today for the Walk to Cure Diabetes
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Walk to Cure Diabetes on July 15, 2010
Madison: Sunday, September 26 at Warner Park
Eau Claire: Sunday, September 12 at Carson Park **NEW DATE**
La Crosse: Sunday, October 3 at Myrick Park
Nick Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, has been named as the National Chair of the Walk to Cure Diabetes. Nick was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes four years ago when he was 13 years old. In this role, Nick will help JDRF increase participation and fundraising in its annual Walks, held in more than 200 locations worldwide. Nearly 500,000 people took part in the Walk to Cure Diabetes last year, raising some $75 million. The Walk draws people together in a healthy activity for a worthy cause, raising money to help find a cure for diabetes. It’s fun for families and builds camaraderie among company employees. Above all, it’s an event you will feel good about being a part of. Register today by visiting walk.jdrf.org
Chronic Kidney Disease: You Don’t Know the Half of It!
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Advocacy & Research, Outreach, Support, Western Wisconsin JDRF on July 14, 2010
Chronic Kidney Disease DVD to Premiere at Free Community Events across State (Madison – July 20, Milwaukee – July 27, La Crosse – August 17)
Educational DVD Features Local People Sharing Their Story of Diabetes, Hypertension and Chronic Kidney Disease
MADISON, WI (July 1, 2010) – The Wisconsin Lions Foundation, in partnership with the Wisconsin Diabetes Prevention and Control Program and National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin, will hold a community education program in Madison on July 20 at the Sheraton Madison Hotel, 706 John Nolen Drive. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. and the event starts at 6:00 p.m. People who have diabetes, high blood pressure, and/or chronic kidney disease, as well as their family members and people interested in learning more about diabetes, high blood pressure or chronic kidney disease are encouraged to attend.
Event attendees will see a premiere showing of the new educational DVD “The Links to Chronic Kidney Disease: Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, and Family History” and receive a free copy to take home. They will also hear from diabetes care experts about diabetes, high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease, meet and hear from local “stars” from the DVD who tell their diabetes story, be able to have their blood pressure checked, and enjoy exhibits and healthy light snacks/refreshments.
Diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney disease. “Controlling your high blood pressure and/or diabetes can help prevent and or delay the progression of chronic kidney disease,” says Leah Ludlum, RN, BSN, CDE, director of the Wisconsin Diabetes Prevention and Control Program.
For more information, contact Ludlum at (608) 261-9422 or Leah.Ludlum @wisconsin.gov.
Western Wisconsin Ride Team Now on Facebook
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Ride to Cure Diabetes on July 13, 2010
Past, current and future riders are encouraged to be a part of our Ride community on Facebook! To join us, click here. Team Western Wisconsin has 34 riders heading to La Crosse and 35 riders heading to Death Valley. While the Death Valley location is full, there is still time to get in on the fun for La Crosse. To register, visit http://ride.jdrf.org or contact the office for more information.
La Crosse, WI: August 12-15
Death Valley, CA: October 14-17
Apply to JDRF’s Children’s Congress 2011
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Advocacy & Research, Children's Congress, JDRF on July 13, 2010
JDRF is now accepting applications for its 2011 Children’s Congress, which will be held in Washington, D.C., June 20-22.
To complete the application online, or to download a hardcopy to submit through the mail, please visit http://bit.ly/CC11App.
Held in odd-numbered years since its inception in 1999, Children’s Congress brings more than 150 children with type 1 diabetes and their families to Washington, D.C. Children’s Congress participants represent all 50 states and the District of Columbia. They meet with Members of Congress and other key federal decision-makers to help educate them about the critical need for federal funding for type 1 diabetes research. Children’s Congress participants represent all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Applicants must be between the ages of 4 and 17 and have type 1 diabetes. All applications must be received by JDRF by 5pm EDT on Monday, October 4, 2010. You can view a list of frequently asked questions regarding the application process by clicking here.
Children’s Congress inspires lawmakers to remember the children who live with type 1 diabetes when making decisions about medical research and voting on other important federal issues relating to diabetes. Our children’s stories, told in their own words, are more powerful than almost any other type of legislator education.
To learn more about Children’s Congress 2011 and to complete the application process, visit the Children’s Congress website at http://cc.jdrf.org or email JDRF at childrenscongress@jdrf.org.
Thanks for all you!
JDRF’s Children’s Congress 2011
Thunder Run on Channel 15
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Third Party Events on July 12, 2010
Thank you NBC 15 for covering this year’s Thunder Run:
Bowling event for the kids attending diabetes camp this summer!
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Outreach, Support, Western Wisconsin JDRF on July 12, 2010
Who: Kids attending diabetes camp + anyone else who would like to join us!
What: Bowling!
Where: Spartan Bowl, 4711 Farwell, McFarland, WI 53558
When: Sunday July 18th 2010 2:00 pm – whenever!
Why: To get to know each other a little better so there will be more familiar faces at camp!
Cost: Bowling $3.09 per game Shoe Rental $1.89 per pair + tax (And I do have some coupons so we should be able to save some money.)
Please RSVP to Robin Koppenhaver so we know who to expect! 608.838.1220
Diamonds in the Rough Golf Classic RSVPs due 7/12/10
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Third Party Events on July 12, 2010
Diamonds in the Rough Golf Classic
Monday, July 26 at 11:45am
Bishops Bay Country Club, 3500 Bishops Drive, Middleton
The Friends of JDRF will host its 7th Annual Golf Classic to benefit the JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter. The event is planned and executed by volunteers and includes eighteen holes of golf at one of the best rated courses in Wisconsin, lunch, silent auction, dinner and fabulous prizes. Click here for more information.
Western Wisconsin JDRF Chapter Office is Moving
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Western Wisconsin JDRF on July 9, 2010
The Western Wisconsin Chapter will be moving offices at the end of August. We will continue to be on the west side of Madison, just a few minutes away from our location.
Our telephone number will remain the same, but our new address will be 434 S. Yellowstone Drive, Suite 202, Madison, WI 53719.
We are looking for volunteers to help with packing our current office (August 23-27) and unpacking the new office (September 1-3).
Please contact the office at 608-833-2873 if you can volunteer.
Madison Walk to Cure Diabetes Kick Off Luncheon
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Walk to Cure Diabetes, Western Wisconsin JDRF on July 9, 2010
Thursday, July 22 at 11:30am
Madison Marriott West, 1313 John Q Hammons Drive, Middleton
Kim Sponem, President of Summit Credit Union, along with the Western Wisconsin Chapter, invite you to join us at the 2010 Team Captain Kick Off Luncheon for the Madison Walk. Invitations were mailed last week – if you have not received one and would like to join us, please contact the office at 608-833-2873 or westernwi@jdrf.org.