Donations to KidsInclusive
On Wednesday, May 9th, members of the Run/Walk organizing committee and University Hospital Kingston Foundation representatives joined Run/Walk founder Marvin Switzer and 2018 Run Ambassador ‘Bo’ to officially celebrate and present the cheque announcing $32,000 raised at this year’s event.
One of our many wonderful ambassadors over the years, continues to inspire us! In lieu of presents on her 7th birthday, Teagan asked for donations to KidsInclusive and raised $405! Thank you Teagan!
Thank you to the Harmonize For Speech Fund for the generous monetary donation which allowed KidsInclusive to purchase parent guidebooks for the More Than Words Hanen program!
The More Than Words program is a parent training program for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Social Communication Difficulties. Thank you Harmonize for Speech Ontario!
Please take a few minutes to meet one of our 2018 Run/Walk Ambassadors: ‘Mila’
You can sponsor Mila by clicking here: uhkf.kintera.org/kidsinclusive2018
Volunteers have been an integral part of Hotel Dieu and our community for more than 100 years! They make a significant contribution to the hospital, both in terms of time and talents given and monetary donations. At this week’s annual board meeting, the Volunteers to Hotel Dieu presented a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to KidsInclusive! Some of these funds are used to assist families with the purchase or lease of special equipment.
Ben who is 4 years old (turning 5 on Christmas Eve by the way!) uses an iPad with an App called Proloquo2Go to help him communicate. Thanks to help from the Volunteer Fund, Ben’s family was able to purchase this device for him. At board meeting, Ben was able to communicate some info about himself, his family, and say thank you to the Volunteers himself!
Last fall, Ameliya was diagnosed with a rare disorder called Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS). When she was sick with a cold a couple weeks prior, her body created anti-bodies to attack the virus; however, those anti-bodies turned on her and started to attack her nervous system and the myelin insulation surrounding the nerves. At the height of her illness, Ameliya could no longer sit up, walk, or hold her head up on her own. Following a lengthy inpatient stay at CHEO, Ameliya began attending therapy at KidsInclusive. She continues to amaze us with her strength, fighting spirit and her mischievous giggle during weekly appointments. Recently, Ameliya’s family organized a fundraiser to raise awareness for GBS; community members had the opportunity to participate in a silent auction, enjoy great food, face painting and Little Rays Reptiles! The Pellett family graciously chose to donate funds raised to CHEO and KidsInclusive where Ameliya had received treatment, as well as the GBS Foundation to further research.
We were honoured to receive a cheque for $1000 from Ameliya and her mother Miranda! Thank you from KidsInclusive!
Ameliya with KidsInclusive Physiotherapist, Karen Forbes
“Awesome effort Batman!” The tallies are in and KidsInclusive is proud to announce that $31,000 was raised at the 21st annual Run/Walk for KidsInclusive!
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Our 3 Ambassadors (Ellie, Logan and Sydney) collectively raised almost $3,600 and we are so grateful for their commitment to this year’s event. Thank you and way to go!
Superhero Dr. Jonathan Lau (Orthopedics) got into the action and ran the 10 km race in superman style, raising almost $2,500. Thank you Dr. Lau!
We also thank the many clients, families, and supporters who raised significant amounts of money towards this event – your efforts are truly appreciated!
And lastly, we thank our major sponsor Bergeron Clifford LLP and all other sponsors who donated to make this year’s event a success. For a complete list of sponsors stay tuned to our website!
Our 3 Ambassadors Ellie, Sydney and Logan gather at the start line before the race!
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Dr. Jonathan Lau (far right) in superman style along with Mr. Incredible – Dr. Dan Borschneck and Kristy Brundage!
And they are off!
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KidsInclusive|EnfantsInclus
Centre for Child & Youth Development
KHSC – Hotel Dieu Site
166 Brock Street
Kingston, ON K7L 5G2
Brockville Site
2479 Parkedale Avenue
Brockville, ON K6V 3H2
Phone 613 544-3400 ext. 3175 (All Sites)
Toll Free 1 855-544-3400 ext. 3175 (All Sites)
Fax 613 545-3557 (Kingston)
Fax 613-548-6017 (for Preschool Speech & Language/Infant Hearing Program/Blind Low Vision)
