ANSONIA >> The local branch of the Muscular Dystrophy Association held a lock-up event Jan. 29 at The Original Antonio’s located at 314 Main St.
Community business leaders were picked up at their place of business and brought to Antonio’s by several transportation sponsors supporting the event. A car and driver for the day were each donated by Fitzpatrick’s Chrysler Jeep, The Limo Group and Curtiss Ryan Honda. Upon arriving at “jail” to serve their time, the “jailbirds” were served complimentary “jail” food, while they each attempted to raise their bail money for MDA. The “jailbirds” spent their time at the facility calling friends and family to bail them out of the mock MDA “jail.” This year the local MDA raised over $23,000 at the Lock-Up.
Jason Tracy, assistant principal at Amity High School, was the highest fundraiser raising $2,155. Other top fundraisers were Josh Dickinson, Audit Manager at Blum Shapiro, who raised $1,664, Shelly Arsenault, clerk for the City of Shelton, who raised $1,335 Linda Scott, CFO of Brennan Construction, who raised $1,250 and Doreen Laucella, bookkeeper for the Shelton Senior Center, who raised $1,090.
MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education. The majority of contributions to MDA come from individual donors.
This is a press release from the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
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Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Firefighters gearing up to support MDA in CT
To kick off Fill the Boot campaign
WEST HARTFORD - Members of the Connecticut Professional International Association of Firefighters Departments, along with the Muscular Dystrophy Association, will host an event June 18 to celebrate their 60-year partnership and kick off the firefighters' annual Fill the Boot campaign.
The fundraising campaign will benefit children and adults affected by muscle disease living in Connecticut.
Guest speaker at the press conference will be Peter Carozza, UPFFA President, who will speak about the 60-year partnership as well as the goal set by the IAFF Locals here in Connecticut.
The press conference will be at West Hartford Fire Station 2, 20 Brace Road.
"Throughout 2014 MDA and fire fighters are celebrating 60 years of proud partnership, joined together in the fight against life-threatening muscle disease, said Chasity Bothman, MDA Executive Director.
“Firefighters do more for MDA and the families we serve than any other group. Here in Connecticut, they spend countless hours every year participating in Fill the Boot drives and at MDA Summer Camp," she said. "We're grateful for the support of these inspiring, selfless individuals who have made a profound impact on our families’ health, well-being, and quality of life.”
Funds raised through the 2014 Fill the Boot events will help support MDA's programs of worldwide research, specialized health care services, and day-to-day support – which includes sending children affected by muscular dystrophy to a week-long, barrier-free MDA summer camp at The Channel 3 Kids Camp in Andover.
As the Muscular Dystrophy Association's largest national sponsor, the IAFF fuels MDA's mission to find treatments and cures for life-threatening muscle diseases.
The IAFF is a major contributing sponsor of the MDA Show of Strength Telethon, and IAFF contributions from charity baseball games and other local events help support MDA's efforts to raise awareness and provide professional and public education about neuromuscular diseases.
IAFF support for MDA began in 1954 when the organization committed by proclamation to support MDA until a cure is found, and the organization's unwavering commitment to MDA has remained strong to this day.
The IAFF raised $100,000 for MDA in 1955, and $1 million in 1970, and firefighters continue to raise the bar in their fundraising efforts. In 2013, more than 100,000 fire fighters participated in Fill the Boot events across the country and raised $26.2 million.
To date the IAFF has raised $530 million for MDA.
WEST HARTFORD - Members of the Connecticut Professional International Association of Firefighters Departments, along with the Muscular Dystrophy Association, will host an event June 18 to celebrate their 60-year partnership and kick off the firefighters' annual Fill the Boot campaign.
The fundraising campaign will benefit children and adults affected by muscle disease living in Connecticut.
Guest speaker at the press conference will be Peter Carozza, UPFFA President, who will speak about the 60-year partnership as well as the goal set by the IAFF Locals here in Connecticut.
The press conference will be at West Hartford Fire Station 2, 20 Brace Road.
"Throughout 2014 MDA and fire fighters are celebrating 60 years of proud partnership, joined together in the fight against life-threatening muscle disease, said Chasity Bothman, MDA Executive Director.
“Firefighters do more for MDA and the families we serve than any other group. Here in Connecticut, they spend countless hours every year participating in Fill the Boot drives and at MDA Summer Camp," she said. "We're grateful for the support of these inspiring, selfless individuals who have made a profound impact on our families’ health, well-being, and quality of life.”
Funds raised through the 2014 Fill the Boot events will help support MDA's programs of worldwide research, specialized health care services, and day-to-day support – which includes sending children affected by muscular dystrophy to a week-long, barrier-free MDA summer camp at The Channel 3 Kids Camp in Andover.
As the Muscular Dystrophy Association's largest national sponsor, the IAFF fuels MDA's mission to find treatments and cures for life-threatening muscle diseases.
The IAFF is a major contributing sponsor of the MDA Show of Strength Telethon, and IAFF contributions from charity baseball games and other local events help support MDA's efforts to raise awareness and provide professional and public education about neuromuscular diseases.
IAFF support for MDA began in 1954 when the organization committed by proclamation to support MDA until a cure is found, and the organization's unwavering commitment to MDA has remained strong to this day.
The IAFF raised $100,000 for MDA in 1955, and $1 million in 1970, and firefighters continue to raise the bar in their fundraising efforts. In 2013, more than 100,000 fire fighters participated in Fill the Boot events across the country and raised $26.2 million.
To date the IAFF has raised $530 million for MDA.
About
the IAFF
The International Association of Fire Fighters represents more than 300,000 professional firefighters and paramedics who protect 85 percent of the nation’s population. More than 3,200 affiliates and their members protect communities in every state in the United States and in Canada.
The International Association of Fire Fighters represents more than 300,000 professional firefighters and paramedics who protect 85 percent of the nation’s population. More than 3,200 affiliates and their members protect communities in every state in the United States and in Canada.
About MDA
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is the world’s leading nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other neuromuscular diseases.
It does so by funding worldwide research; by providing comprehensive health care services and support to MDA families nationwide; and by rallying communities to fight back through advocacy, fundraising and local engagement.
Visit mda.org and follow us at facebook.com/mdaconnecticut and @MDAnews.
This is taken from a press release from MDA in Connecticut.
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is the world’s leading nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and other neuromuscular diseases.
It does so by funding worldwide research; by providing comprehensive health care services and support to MDA families nationwide; and by rallying communities to fight back through advocacy, fundraising and local engagement.
Visit mda.org and follow us at facebook.com/mdaconnecticut and @MDAnews.
This is taken from a press release from MDA in Connecticut.
Monday, June 10, 2013
Volunteer counselors sought for MDA camp in Hebron
MDA Summer Camp is a one-week sleepover camp for young people between the ages of six and 17 who are affected by neuromuscular disease. Volunteer counselors become a close companion to campers and assist them with a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, swimming, and adapted sports. / Contributed photo
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is searching for men looking for a rewarding and memorable experience this summer to join their summer camp.
Volunteer counselors are needed to assist young people with neuromuscular diseases and help them enjoy a fun-filled week at MDA summer camp, which will take place from Aug. 3-9 at Camp Hemlocks in Hebron.
With less than 60 days until camp begins volunteers are needed to sign up now.
There has been
an overwhelming response from female applicants, so at this time, only
male applicants are asked to apply.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to lift and care for a young person between the ages of six and 17.
As a volunteer counselor, one will have the opportunity to become a close companion to a camper affected by neuromuscular disease and help them with daily activities such at eating, bathing and dressing. Counselors will also assist campers with recreational activities such as arts and crafts, swimming, and adapted sports.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to lift and care for a young person between the ages of six and 17.
As a volunteer counselor, one will have the opportunity to become a close companion to a camper affected by neuromuscular disease and help them with daily activities such at eating, bathing and dressing. Counselors will also assist campers with recreational activities such as arts and crafts, swimming, and adapted sports.
MDA is the
nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and
related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also
provides comprehensive health care and support
services, advocacy and far-reaching professional and public health
education.
Volunteering
as a counselor at MDA summer camp is a rewarding and life-changing
experience.
The friendships formed and the memories created
will last forever. Additional information about volunteering at MDA
summer camp is available online at www.mda.org.
For information, contact Casey Bilodeau or Karen Mickley-Gomez at
203-248-6500 or
cbilodeau@mdausa.org or
kmickley-gomez@mdausa.org.This information is taken from a press release from MDA.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
MDA seeks volunteer camp counselors
The Muscular Dystrophy Association is seeking caring, fun-loving individuals to become volunteer counselors at a week-long summer camp to assist young people with muscular dystrophy and related diseases to have the time of their lives.
The MDA camp runs Aug. 3-9 at Camp Hemlocks in Hebron.
Volunteer counselors must be at least 18 and able to lift and care for a young person between the ages of 6 and 17.
Each counselor becomes a companion to a camper with a muscle disease and helps them with daily activities such as eating, bathing, and dressing.
Counselors also assist campers with recreational activities such as arts and crafts, swimming and archery.
Volunteer counselors say the experience is rewarding for them as well.
"MDA summer camp is a life-changing experience for the young people we serve," Casey
Bilodeau, Health Care Services Coordinator said. "It's a week of barrier-free activities and fun
where children can build confidence, nurture independence and forge lifelong friendships with
other children facing similar challenges."
“MDA has changed my thinking by allowing me to breathe and not take life's little things
for granted.” said Kyle Fecteau, camp volunteer.
“As for being a unit leader, MDA has been the hands to mold me into what I have become today; a courageous leader, efficient worker, and an enthusiastic motivator,” he added.
At no charge to families, MDA is sponsoring 77 weeklong summer camp sessions this year, serving children across the country and in Puerto Rico.
Volunteers give a week of their time to serve as MDA camp counselors and medical staff. It costs the Association $800 to send one child to camp.
To obtain a volunteer application or learn about other ways to support MDA's summer camp program, call the Hamden MDA office, 203-248-6500.
Information about summer camp volunteers may be found at http://www.mda.org/clinics/camp/.
This information is taken from a press release from the MDA office in Hamden.
The MDA camp runs Aug. 3-9 at Camp Hemlocks in Hebron.
Volunteer counselors must be at least 18 and able to lift and care for a young person between the ages of 6 and 17.
Each counselor becomes a companion to a camper with a muscle disease and helps them with daily activities such as eating, bathing, and dressing.
Counselors also assist campers with recreational activities such as arts and crafts, swimming and archery.
Volunteer counselors say the experience is rewarding for them as well.
"MDA summer camp is a life-changing experience for the young people we serve," Casey
Bilodeau, Health Care Services Coordinator said. "It's a week of barrier-free activities and fun
where children can build confidence, nurture independence and forge lifelong friendships with
other children facing similar challenges."
“MDA has changed my thinking by allowing me to breathe and not take life's little things
for granted.” said Kyle Fecteau, camp volunteer.
“As for being a unit leader, MDA has been the hands to mold me into what I have become today; a courageous leader, efficient worker, and an enthusiastic motivator,” he added.
At no charge to families, MDA is sponsoring 77 weeklong summer camp sessions this year, serving children across the country and in Puerto Rico.
Volunteers give a week of their time to serve as MDA camp counselors and medical staff. It costs the Association $800 to send one child to camp.
To obtain a volunteer application or learn about other ways to support MDA's summer camp program, call the Hamden MDA office, 203-248-6500.
Information about summer camp volunteers may be found at http://www.mda.org/clinics/camp/.
This information is taken from a press release from the MDA office in Hamden.
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