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Registration & Sponsorship All sponsors will need to provide company logo/artwork via email to Deb McLaughlin [email protected]. All payments & artwork must be received by May 2nd. If you can’t attend the event you can still make a general donation. DonateThe Virtual Summer 5K is back this June!
Join our community around the world right from your local neighborhood, trail, or treadmill. Whether you run, walk, or stroll, you'll be going ALL IN for a cure!
Why Lace Up for Rett?
- It raises money for Rett syndrome research. Once you raise $200, we'll send you a Rett Racer t-shirt.
- It unites us as a community. Share your photos on race day to our Facebook Event Page or your personal fundraising page. Use the hashtag #rettracers.
- It's FUN! Whether you're a seasoned runner or on a stroll with your family, everyone can join in on the fun - anywhere and at any time!
THE DETAILS Saturday, June 4th, 2022 Anywhere you are! No registration fee; however, fundraising is encouraged
Contact Jackie Ventura at [email protected] with questions.
SIGN-UP OR LEARN MOREDate: July 26, 2022 Time: 1-2 p.m. Eastern Time The first in a 3-part series on topics pertaining to adulthood in Rett syndrome, this session will provide strategies and resources to empower and prepare you and your young adult for the transition from pediatric to adult medical care. Medical transition is not a one-size-fits-all process, and this workshop-style talk will empower your family to have the best, most family-centered transition of care possible. The session will include stories from other caregivers and individuals in the Rett community and further expand on topics and questions from the session at IRSF’s ASCEND 2022 Rett Syndrome National Summit. Speakers: Jessica Nickrand is a program manager at the Child Neurology Foundation (CNF). She supports CNF’s Transition of Care Program—its largest and most diverse program—which helps to support youth, families, and child neurology teams in the medical transition. Jessica holds a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and is passionate about developing programs that empower young adults and their caregivers to effect systems-level change. Paige Nues is the Director of Family Empowerment for the International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF). Since her daughter, Katie’s diagnosis of Rett syndrome in 2003, Paige has worked diligently to build bridges between patient families, clinicians, scientists, and industry, both at IRSF and as a parent founder of Katie’s Clinic for Rett and Related Disorders at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. Thank you to our RettEd Empowerment Sponsor, Acadia Pharmaceuticals, for helping IRSF provide educational resources and support to families affected by Rett syndrome. INFORMATION & REGISTRATION Medical Disclaimer: All information, content, and material provided in this webcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
The Ella Foard Foundation hosts the 12th Annual Charity Golf Classic on Monday, August 1st at Providence Country Club! Enjoy an exciting round of golf in a beautiful setting – all for a great cause!
The tournament includes 18 Holes of Captain’s Choice Golf, Coffee & Pastries upon arrival, Lunch and Awards Dinner, Raffles & Goody Bags, Skill (Luck?) Contests, and a Silent Auction!
Information & Registration- Legal Planning: Special Needs Trusts, Letter/Memorandum of Intent, Guardianship
- Financial Planning: How to fund a Special Needs Trust, ABLE accounts, and more
- Benefit Planning: Finding and accessing federal benefits like SSI & SSDI, Medicaid, Waivers, etc.
- Defining Your Replacement Team: What happens when you can no longer provide direct care alone?
- Paul and Janelle Jochim, parents to Jill (age 46)
- Megan Ladenburger and Mom Shanna Sowers, sister and mom to Brittany (age 34)
- Theresa Bartolotta, mom to Lisa (age 33)
- Moderator: Paige Nues, IRSF Family Empowerment Director and mom to Katie (age 20)
- Special Guest: Sheila Lullo, Special Projects Coordinator of Quality Outcomes at Clearbrook in Illinois, a provider of community-based residential options, day programs, and more to adult individuals with special needs.
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Date: Monday, April 24, 2023 Time: Registration 7:00 am ET; First flight tee off 8:30 am ET Location: Hillcrest Golf & Country Club (4011 N Boston Ave, Lubbock, TX 79415) Continental breakfast items available and lunch will be provided We invite you to take part in the First Annual Hannah’s Hope Golf Tournament rescheduled for April 24, 2023 at Hillcrest Country Club. This tournament will benefit the International Rett Syndrome Foundation in honor of Hannah Hooks. The inspiration behind our tournament is 10-year-old Hannah Hooks. Hannah lives in Lubbock and is in 5th grade at Lubbock-Cooper West Elementary. Hannah was born with a rare disease called Rett Syndrome. Rett syndrome is a rare genetic neurological disorder that leads to severe impairments, affecting nearly every aspect of the child’s life. In April of 2022 IRSF hosted their National Science and Family Summit and presented an update on a treatment for Rett Syndrome. Rett Syndrome has been treated in mice and there are multiple clinical trials going on throughout the world to bring a cure to the males and females living with Rett. A treatment for Rett will also lead to breakthroughs in many other diseases and disorders. In order to continue research, organizations like International Rett Syndrome Foundation need funds to contribute to the many companies who are seeking a treatment. INFORMATION & REGISTRATION- Silvia Baker, parent to Olivia, age 17
- Patty Mevis, parent to Kira, age 16
- Erica Waggenspack, parent to Kerrigan, age 5
- Dr. Tim Benke, Professor of Pediatrics, Pharmacology, & Neurology at the University of Colorado/Children's Hospital Colorado
- Dr. Robin Ryther, Director of the Rett Spectrum Clinic at Washington University School of Medicine