Indianapolis, IN 46268
1531 13th Street, Ste 2210
Columbus, IN 47201
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info@indianaepilepsyfoundation.org
Not another moment lost to seizures
More than 250 people attended our free Community Awareness Day on July 24 at the Indianapolis Colts Pavilion where they learned more about epilepsy through literature, speakers and camaraderie with one another.Each person in attendance was given a card to be punched at various stations where there were activities that emphasized such topics as seizure safety and first aid, school and work issues, sources of support and more.
After visiting all the stations, people could then exchange their card for a free T-shirt. Visitors were also eligible to win raffle prizes that included variou
s items donated by the Indianapolis Colts.The event featured more than 20 different exhibitors with resources like this seizure dog, shown at left.
There were also a variety of health care professionals who spoke on subjects such as pediatric epilepsy, treatment options, the ketogenic diet and more.
A big thank you to all of the board members and volunteers who donated countless hours of their time to planning and hosting this event. Thanks also to the vendors and exhibitors who shared information about the resources they have available to benefit people with epilepsy in Indiana.
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2009 Golf Classic attracts
an excellent turnout
Our third annual golf tournament was a great success! A field of 120 golfers joined forces for a good cause on Sept. 16 under sunny skies at the Golf Club of Indiana near Zionsville. This year's event raised more than $20,000.
Gary Berg, vice president for affiliate relations with the Epilepsy Foundation of America in Landover, Md., came in for the event and liked what he saw. “Most affiliates are generally down 10 to 15 percent around the country in fundraising due to the economy,” he said. “It’s a credit to the good people of this area that this tournament is doing so well.”
Pictured in the above foursome are (left to right): Ramesh Kumar, Gary Berg, Jeff Rubenstein and Larry Reitz.
HERE ARE A JUST A FEW OF THE OTHER GROUPS
WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE 2009 GOLF CLASSIC:
(Left to right): Bill Hendrickson, Bruce Dean, Steve Kramer and Mary Kramer.
(Left to right): Paul Doerfler, Brad Blackmon, Holly Chamberlain and Mike Greve.
(Left to right): Brian Lane, Sam Mishelow and Mark Thompson.
The tournament featured an 18-hole scramble, putting contest, raffle, auction and awards dinner. Notable auction items included a basketball signed by Danny Granger of the Indiana Pacers.
Special thanks to everyone who participated and to all of our generous sponsors!
Walkers step up for fund-raiser
Walkers, runners, children in strollers and even a few dogs came together on October 10 at Washington Township Community Park in Avon for our 2009 fund-raising walk.
Despite morning
temperatures in the 40s, about 70 walkers turned out for the event – about triple the number from last year. Many -- like Cyndi and Reed Russel of Indianapolis -- were well bundled up for the day!
"Team Abbey" (above), led by Jennifer Martin of Hendricks County, walked for 7-year-old Abbey Martin who has a seizure disorder. Although Abbey was unable to attend, her team turned out in their own T-shirts and collected more than $500 in pledges.
Walkers enjoyed beautiful autumn foliage and each other's company as they traveled along a paved one-mile route. More than $3000 was raised for programs and services to benefit people with epilepsy throughout Indiana.
Lots of hot coffee and healthy snacks were available both before and after the walk. In addition, several people won raffle prizes donated by generous sponsors.
A big thank you to Washington Township Community Park, and all those who participated in this morning of fun. Hope to see lots more of you at the 2010 Epilepsy Walk!
TO SEE A VIDEO OF THE
2009 EPILEPSY WALK,
CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLK3CSXDbM4&feature=autofb
