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Join us at the 2010 Spring Gala
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Spring Gala, Western Wisconsin JDRF on March 9, 2010
Please join the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Western Wisconsin Chapter for our Spring Gala,
Let the Dream Take Flight.
Saturday, April 24, 2010 Monona Terrace Convention Center - Madison, WI
Black Tie Optional
5:30 p.m. – Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction
7:30 p.m. – Dinner, Live Auction and Fund A Cure
10:00 p.m. – Dancing with music by Undercover
Honorees: Jeanne and Tom Grist
Fund A Cure: Jon and Kim Mast
with their daughter Alexis
Seating is limited – please RSVP by April 5
Individual tickets – $150 each
Sponsorships available
Janesville Easter Candy Hunt to benefit JDRF
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Third Party Events, Western Wisconsin JDRF on March 4, 2010
Easter Games & Candy Hunt
Where: Mercy Clinic East lawn
3524 E. Milwaukee St., Janesville
Why: To have fun & raise money for
the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
For kids 10 and under
Suggested $5 per child donation to JDRF
Saturday, March 27th at 9am
Contact Joy @ 295-2679 if you have any questions
Parents, bring your cameras, there maybe an appearance from the Easter bunny
Gibbs Lake Gallop 2010
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Third Party Events on February 24, 2010
“Giddy Up!” For JDRF
5K Run/Walk
Memorial Day, May 31, 2010 8:00AM
The run/walk begins at 8:00 am sharp at Gibbs Lake County Park(1/2 way between Janesville and Evansville). Come enjoy the walk or run through this lovely park and support the “Ride for the Cure” for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
A free T-shirt is included in your registration if received by May 14. Beverages, snacks and a bag of goodies are yours at the end of the run!
For more information visit our website: http://www.ub-t.com/gallop.html
Or contact us at: Phone: 608-882-4159 or 608-882-6775
E-mail:acemusic@eishome.com
FREE OmniPod Information Session
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Outreach, Third Party Events, Western Wisconsin JDRF on February 24, 2010
| Get hands-on with this incredibly innovative insulin pump You’ve heard all about the OmniPod System — now you can see it yourself when you join us for a FREE OmniPod Information Session. |
Tues., March 2nd
6:30-7:30PM
JDRF Office
7818 Big Sky Dr.
Madison, WI
RSVP to Jamie Marvin (414) 405-1113
See for yourself how the OmniPod System makes diabetes a smaller part of life
- Discover the freedom of insulin pump therapy with no tubing.
- Check out the OmniPod System’s precision insulin delivery capabilities, lightening-fast virtually pain-free insertion, and integrated FreeStyle® blood glucose meter.
- Find out what it’s like to sleep, swim, exercise and live with the OmniPod System — just like Ironman Triathelete Jay Hewitt.
- Hear the stories of real people — just like you — and how OmniPod has changed their lives.
- Ask experts all your questions — from getting started to training.
Bring a friend
Send this invitation to a friend or colleague — everyone is welcome.
Tell us you are coming
Register by calling (414) 405-1113 or emailing jmarvin@insulet.com .
JDRF Parent Network Meeting – 2/23/10
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Outreach, Support on February 23, 2010
JDRF Parent Network Meeting
Tuesday, February 23 at 6:30pm
Wisconsin Trade Center, 8401 Greenway Boulevard, Middleton
**change of location this meeting only**
***UPDATED 2/24/10*****
We had a fantastic turnout for the Feb. 23 JDRF parent networking meeting (58 adults)! Tracy Bekx, endocrinologist from American Family Children’s Hospital, provided invaluable information: an overview of DKA and hypoglycemia, how to detect and prevent them, along with sick day guidelines. Many of our parent mentors were in attendance, which new “mentor program” assists the newly-diagnosed families adjust to Type 1. Call the JDRF office if you’re interested in joining the mentor program to provide one-on-one support at a time when it’s so beneficial to our newbies.
The grief counselor for the meeting cancelled due to personal illness. Keep in mind that your Employee Assistance Program or insurance carrier can help with fears and feelings about handling Type 1 and its complications. And these fourth-Tuesday-of-the-month meetings relay tons of information to help each other through our daily lives with Type 1.
Once again, thanks to all our teen sitters who stepped forward to make this meeting happen!
Thanks everyone for coming … looking forward to seeing you on March 23!
Handouts from the meeting:
Children with Type 1 Diabetes – Tracy Bekx
Diabetic Ketoacidosis – A preventable Crisis by Jan Chait
UW Health Sick Day Guidelines for Children with Type 1 Diabetes
Diabetes Resource List.doc
The recent death of a teenager from complications of type 1 diabetes has resulted in much anxiety, fear, sorrow and concern among parents in our community. At this special meeting, a pediatric endocrinologist will review diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and how to recognize and treat this condition, why to check ketones, treatment for extreme low blood sugar and emergency glucagon usage, and sick day guidelines. We will also have a HospiceCare grief counselor facilitate discussion on thoughts and feelings related to this tragedy, and to find support from others who are sharing similar experiences. Childcare will be provided. Please RSVP to Eileen Regan at regans4747@att.net
Bring your questions and we’ll see you soon!
Directions to the Wisconsin Trade Center Building & JDRF meeting location:
Take the beltline to Middleton and take the Greenway Boulevard exit. Head west toward the tall office buildings and Greenway Station shopping area. Go past Deming Way, drive under the glass overhead walkway, take the first left into the parking lot, and enter the building at the gold awning door.
Rothschild conference room will be to the left, before you get to the glass walkway. The childcare will be in the JP Morgan room. There’s a coat room and bathrooms right outside the conference rooms. Be sure to sign in so we can place you on the email list for meeting notices. WTC conf rooms directions
Assemble a Family Basket for the Spring Gala
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Outreach, Spring Gala, Western Wisconsin JDRF on February 17, 2010
Creating a family basket is a wonderful way for everyone in the Western Wisconsin Chapter to participate in the Spring Gala. Last year, these beautiful and creative baskets raised more than $5,000 for diabetes research. Nothing is more touching than seeing what family and friends put together in honor of their loved ones living with type 1 diabetes. If you would like to donate a family basket, please contact Anne Marie Paradisin, Family Basket Chair, at aparadisin@yahoo.com or 608-846-0744 and she can provide you additional information.
Spring Gala Family Basket Information
It’s a Family Affair
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, JDRF, Outreach, Support, Western Wisconsin JDRF on February 11, 2010
Please join us – Wednesday, April 14 for It’s a Family Affair!, a practical discussion about diabetes
and the effects on the family.
All are welcome – parents, children (8 years & older), clinicians.
Learn more about effective coping skills for:
- Living with Diabetes — the challenges facing children and families
- Communicating effectively with spouses, children and extended family members
- What to ask, and listen for, when speaking to physicians and healthcare providers
- Recognizing and addressing the needs of your child’s siblings
- Getting your teenager to be responsible about taking care of their diabetes
Presenter: Joe Solowiejczyk, RN, MSW, CDE – Johnson & Johnson Diabetes Institute
Location: Alliant Energy Center, Madison
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 14, 2010
6:30 p.m. – Reception
7:00 p.m. – Program
RSVP: Gena Van Kirk, Animas: 608-397-7756 or gvankirk@its.jnj.com
JDRF Western Wisconsin Chapter: 608-833-2873 or westernwi@jdrf.org
Read more, download the It’s a Family Affair! flyer.
Brava Magazine – A Celebration of the Life of Jesse Alswager
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Western Wisconsin JDRF on February 8, 2010
BRAVA magazine is throwing a benefit in honor of Jesse Alswager.
Come out to the Lazy Oaf Lounge anytime after 5pm on February 10th to celebrate his life and raise money for the family. There will be a free buffet of food, a place to donate to the fund directly and in addition, 50% of the proceeds from anything purchased that evening will go to the Jesse Alswager Memorial Fund.
The Lazy Oaf Lounge is located at 1617 N. Stoughton Rd., Madison, WI.
If you aren’t able to make it, The Jesse Alswager Memorial Fund has been set up at UW Credit Union, and all UW Credit Union branches will be able to accept donations, or donations can be mailed to:
Jesse Alswager Memorial Fund
c/o UW Credit Union
PO Box 44963
Madison, WI 53744-4963
If you’d like to donate online via Paypal, visit: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=GMW43ZYQXJR9C
Ride to Cure Diabetes featured on the American Chopper Episode February 4th at 9/8ct
Posted by Western Wisconsin in JDRF, News, Ride to Cure Diabetes, Western Wisconsin JDRF on January 29, 2010
Watch American Chopper on TLC, Thursday, February 4th at 9/8c as Mikey puts his physical capabilities to the test and heads to Death Valley to participate in JDRF’s Ride to Cure Diabetes.
On October 17, 2009 Mikey Teutul from the TLC’s hit reality series American Chopper headed to Death Valley, CA to participate in the JDRF Ride to Cure Diabetes.
His participation in the Ride was filmed on location and will be featured in the February 4th episode of TLC’s “American Chopper”.
“I am thrilled to be a part of this great way to raise awareness and funds for type 1 diabetes research,” said Mikey Teutel, the youngest of the Teutel family whose family
business, Orange County Choppers, is the basis for the show. Teutel, who had a friend with type 1 diabetes, was hoping to accomplish riding 36 miles.
“Although Mikey hoped to ride 36 miles in Death Valley, I believe he exceeded his ultimate goal…raising awareness for type 1 diabetes research,” said
Lewis Runnion, JDRF International Board Member and Teutel’s personal coach.
Tune in to American Chopper on TLC February 4th at 9/8ct to see if Mikey accomplished accomplished his goal as he joined more than 200 JDRF cyclists riding to cure diabetes!
Read more: JDRF American Chopper.
JDRF Western Wisconsin at the Crazy Legs Classic
Posted by Western Wisconsin in Events, Outreach, Western Wisconsin JDRF on January 28, 2010
Saturday, April 24 @ 10:00am
29th Annual Crazy Legs Classic, Madison
All runners and walkers are invited to join the Western Wisconsin Chapter and be part of the Crazy Legs Classic. Starting at Capitol Square and finishing at Camp Randall Stadium, you can participate in either the five mile run or two mile walk. Team participant registration is $30 and you will receive a team photo, t-shirt, hat and post-race party at Camp Randall. Register today at www.crazylegsclassic.com in the FUN and FITNESS Team category as “Type One Diabetes”. Have fun with friends from the Western Wisconsin Chapter and then let’s celebrate at the JDRF Spring Gala that night! For more information, contact Jeanne Grist at jeannegrist95@gmail.com or 608-238-1570.