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6
Sat
Rettsyndrome.org is excited to be hosting a virtual 5k on June 6th. Wherever you are lace up your shoes and hit your local neighborhood, trail (social distancing required) or treadmill and run (or walk!) to end Rett syndrome!
When: Saturday, June 6th, 2020
Where: Anywhere you are!
How: Register by creating an Everyday Hero page with us here.
· No registration fee, however, fundraising is encouraged.
· Once $100 has been raised, we will send you a Rett Racer t-shirt.
· Share your photos on race day in our Facebook event on or on your Everyday Hero page. Use the hashtag #rettracers.
Any questions, please contact Jackie Ventura at [email protected] or 978-500-2495.
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Jun
18
Thu
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RettGetAway: Postponed
After much consideration, our RettGetAway committee has decided to postpone the June 2020 RettGetAway in San Diego. The health of our children is of utmost concern. Once it is deemed safe and sound to convene large groups in public spaces again, we will evaluate a future Rett GetAway. Many were working to create this ‘life without limits’ opportunity. A special thanks to the Kayla Mosca Foundation, Surfing Madonna, Surfin’ Fire, Merlin’s Magic Wand in association with Legoland San Diego, The Cassara Carlsbad by Hilton, our CA State Rep Sherri Brady, and ACADIA Pharmaceuticals. We hope that all of our families and partners emerge from this situation whole, intact, and able to plan an even more extraordinary RettGetAway! If you have made any travel bookings for the RettGetAway, we advise you to cancel them now while forgivable and with no penalty. Rettsyndrome.org will be returning the group Legoland tickets awarded by Merlin’s Magic Wand so that a future award can be made again to either our group or to individuals who may choose to apply at another time (they only allow one Magical Day Out per family, one time) We appreciate your understanding, and we hope that you all stay healthy and safe. Please direct any questions to Paige Nues at [email protected] or Jennifer Mosca at [email protected] LEARN MOREAug
11
Tue
Aug 11 @ 1:00 pm
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Sep
19
Sat
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Oct
3
Sat
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Rett Gets Rocked Ultramarathon
A weekend in which participants complete an ultra marathon of their choosing--from 50K to 100 miles, or from 6 to 48 hours. They can stretch their event over the month of October if desired. Proceeds from the event go to Rettsyndrome.org and the Rett Spectrum Clinic at St. Louis Children's Hospital! Register for RGRVUW by purchasing a race shirt! REGISTER Jay Murry will be doing his ultra-marathon in his local sub-division, the Vineyards. The Rett Gets Rocked headquarters will be located at: 756 Napa Lane, St. Charles MO 63304 on Sat 10/3 from 12pm- Sun 10/4 at 8pm. To donate to Jay, please click here. To follow along on Facebook, visit: https://www.facebook.com/24hourjaymurry/ For more information, contact Jay at [email protected] Categories: Special Events - Run/Walk
Oct
13
Tue
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Nov
15
Sun
Rett Education 2020
Communicate, Educate, Advocate 7-day online conference with international expert speakers Date: November 15-21, 2020 Details: Unlike physical conferences where you can end up sitting through content you just don't need, Rett Education 2020 – Communicate, Educate, Advocate is delivered entirely online. Dip in and watch the specific talks you want or catch them all. It’s up to you! All talks will be available to watch again or watch later, as long as you have registered. REGISTRATION & INFORMATION Categories: Ed Day Education Slider
Dec
5
Sat
Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Rett Clinic Town Hall Meeting
Date: Sat, December 5, 2020 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Are you wanting to understand the current state of clinical care recommendations and appointments? Maybe you’re wondering which clinical trials and future research look the most promising? And what about other local resources for your loved one and family? Perhaps you would like an opportunity to re-connect and re-center with your Rett community? We’ll be sharing insights on this, and much more during our upcoming Town Hall Meeting - live-streamed - on Saturday, December 5, 2020, at 11am -12:30pm (CT). Join us as Rettsyndrome.org, and the Rett Clinic team at Vanderbilt Kennedy Center discuss clinical care recommendations and appointments, clinical trials, the research process, and family empowerment opportunities. Information & Registration Categories: Special Events - Meetings/Symposiums
Dec
8
Tue
Join us Tuesday, December 8th, at 1:00 pm (EDT) to hear from Tristen Dinkel, RN about Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) in Rett syndrome. Our loved ones with Rett syndrome often exhibit particular eye movements or gaze patterns. Is this a motor behavior or visual strategy? What do our children see? How do they process visual information?
Register now, and submit your questions. Pre-submitted relevant questions will be addressed, and there will be time for write-in questions during the session. REGISTER Our RettEd Webcasts are Free, but registration is required. RettEd Webcasts are recorded. When you register, you will receive a link to the recording within 1-2 days after the presentation. Rettsyndrome.org is committed to standing with you today, to fighting to transform your tomorrow. Check out our other upcoming webcasts, as well as an incredible library of past webcasts on multiple Rett topics: www.rettsyndrome.org/education.
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Feb
26
Fri
Are you wanting to better understand the current state of clinical care recommendations and appointments? Maybe you’re wondering which clinical trials and future research look the most promising? And what about other local resources for your loved one and family? Perhaps you would like to re-connect and re-center with your Rett syndrome community? We’ll be sharing insights on this, and much more during our upcoming Town Hall Meeting - live-streamed - on Friday, February 26, 2021, at 4pm -5:30pm Central time. Join us as Rettsyndrome.org, and the Rett Clinic team at UAB discuss clinical care recommendations and appointments, clinical trials, the research process, and family empowerment opportunities. Information & Registration
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May
8
Sat
Run for Rett
WE ARE GOING VIRTUAL AGAIN!!!
When: Saturday, May 8th - Sunday, May 16th Where: Any time and any place Our responsibility is to the health and well being of our participants and volunteers for the Run For Rett. The decision to change to a virtual event was thoughtfully made with extreme concern for our entire Rett syndrome community and our dedicated participants and volunteers. Thank you for your understanding, cooperation and support. How you participate is totally up to you. You can run the 5K, walk a mile or sit in your recliner. No matter what you choose you are a winner because you are making a difference in the lives of those impacted by Rett syndrome. We encourage you to register online. It’s easy to register at Raceroster.com/46429 Follow us on Facebook: Click here - Run Rett 2021 Categories: Special Events - Run/Walk
Jun
5
Sat
The 2nd Annual Summer Virtual 5K is Back!
Date: June 5, 2021 Join our community around the world by lacing up your shoes and hitting your local neighborhood, trail (social distancing required), or treadmill. Run, walk, skip, or stroll to end Rett syndrome! No registration fee; however, fundraising is encouraged. Once $200 has been raised, we will send you a Rett Racer t-shirt. Share your photos on race day to our Facebook event or your personal fundraising page! Use the hashtag #rettracers. Information & Registration Categories: Special Events - Run/Walk
Jul
28
Wed
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Aug
20
Fri
Join us for another Trivia Night with IRSF! You’ll have a chance to compete for prizes, test your trivia knowledge & support Rett syndrome at the same time!
- Date: Friday, August 20th at 7pm EST/ 6pm CST
- Space will be limited so check back for information on team registration.
- Sponsorship opportunities are available!
- Please direct any questions to Jackie Ventura at [email protected].
Categories: Special Events - Non-Fundraising Events
Oct
9
Sat
2nd Annual Run for Rett 5k
Date: Saturday, October 9th, 2021 Location: Bradenton, FL We are very excited to have the Second Annual Run for Rett 5K to help spread awareness about Rett Syndrome. This year plans to be quite exciting with donations going to International Rett Syndrome Foundation as well the We Carry Kevan crew here to help any families who would like to join in the area with a child afflicted with Rett Syndrome. There will be food, prizes, and much more! Registration Make a Donation You can also check out our Facebook event for more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/261650685291726 Please direct any questions to event chair, Artie Phillips at [email protected] Categories: Special Events - Run/Walk
Oct
23
Sat
Be sure to support Jay Murry, avid Rett Racer & supporter as he takes on his 4th Annual Rett Gets Rocked initiative. Over the past three years, nearly $14,000 have been raised—split between IRSF and the Rett Spectrum Clinic at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Rett Gets Rocked combines Jay’s love for running ultramarathons with the intent to help find a cure for Rett syndrome. In 2021, Jay will run 100 miles and has one other big goal--to help bring a cure of Rett syndrome to those who battle it every day. To support Jay in his efforts, go cheer him on at Wash-U on Sat 10/23 and 10/24. More details can be found at: https://rettracers2021.funraise.org/fundraiser/jay-murry
Dec
8
Wed
Occupational Therapy Strategies: Maximizing Hand Function + Feeding
People with Rett often have difficulty controlling hand movements, which can lead to frustration in using communication devices and participating in adapted recreation and many daily activities. Feeding in Rett patients can also be challenging because of decreased motor skills when chewing and swallowing as well as communication issues in relaying what they want. If you're facing either of these issues, finding a trained therapist who understands Rett is key to creating reasonable goals, managing expectations, and perhaps recovering gains lost during a regressive phase of Rett. Todd Levy and Emily Scott from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and IRSF Center of Excellence will discuss strategies they've seen work in Rett patients and outline the criteria to look for in finding an occupational therapist that will meet your loved one's needs. Information & RegistrationMar
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Mar 11 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Rett Syndrome Externally-Led Patient Focused Drug Development Meeting Date: Friday, March 11th, 2022 Time: 10am-3pm EDT Location: Online via video conference (meeting registrants will receive an email with a link to the meeting)
The Rett Syndrome Externally-Led Patient Focused Drug Development (EL-PFDD) Meeting is our community’s one shot to provide the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with insights to influence the development of new drugs to treat Rett. The International Rett Syndrome Foundation is co-hosting this event with the Rett Syndrome Research Trust. These organizations invite and encourage you to attend. Come and share about the impact of Rett syndrome on your family and how symptom improvements would affect you and your loved one’s quality of life. Together, we can make a difference for the future of Rett syndrome healthcare. Information & Registration
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Apr
23
Sat
RUN FOR RETT
Saturday, April 23, 2022
IN PERSON EVENT!!! & VIRTUAL EVENT!!! Location: Busse Woods, Grove #28 Elk Grove, IL Schedule: 5K – 8:30 am (on-site registration begins at 7:30) 1 mile fun run – 9:00 am HOW TO RUN VIRTUALLY Register at raceroster.com Run anytime between April 16 and April 23, 2022. Choose your own course Most importantly….have fun and enjoy the time outside! To register for either event visit raceroster.com First 200 participants will receive an official Run for Rett T-Shirt! Contact Person: Diane Ross, Email: [email protected], Tel: 847-524-7540 Categories: Special Events - Run/Walk
Apr
26
Tue
Apr 26 – Apr 27 all-day
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Apr
27
Wed
Apr 27 – Apr 30 all-day
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Jun
4
Sat
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The 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.
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Oct
15
Sat
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Oct
21
Fri
Oct 21 @ 3:00 pm
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Oct
22
Sat
Oct 22 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
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Apr
22
Sat
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Jun
5
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Jun
22
Thu
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Aug
5
Sat
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Sep
9
Sat
Sep 9 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
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