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What is Relay For Life? Walkers, cancer survivors, community leaders, team captains and hard workers all make the American Cancer Society Relay For Life a reality in Denison. Relay For Life is a unique fundraising event that allows participants from all walks of life - including patients, medical support staff, corporations, civic organizations, churches and community volunteers - to join together in the fight against cancer. Relay For Life is a team event where participants walk, relay style, beginning at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 26. Teams of cancer-fighting enthusiasts will gather at Denison High School to show their support and dedication. Relay For Life is as much an awareness raiser about the progress against cancer as it is a fundraiser. Individuals who are willing to give their time and energy to the event, as a volunteer or participant, have made a commitment to fight back against the disease and let the community know people can beat cancer. People who would like to join the Relay For Life in Crawford County should call the Crawford County Relay For Life chair, Lori Brockman at 263-1935.

Why do we walk the Relay For Life? Did you know that 1 in 3 Americans will be diagnosed with cancer sometime in their life? Do you know someone who has cancer or who has lost his/her battle with cancer? Relay For Life raises dollars to increase awareness and eliminate cancer through research, education, advocacy, and patient service programs.

Who should participate? Everyone! As a participant in the Relay For Life, you will contribute to the tremendous success of this important event. Help continue the momentum and enthusiasm that has grown over the past few years as cancer patients, their families, friends and local citizens continue to fight this dreadful disease. The Relay For Life is so much more than just a successful fundraising activity. It has evolved into a crucial event that encompasses all that the American Cancer Society is: It's about a community coming together to take up the fight! It connects everything the community does to everything the American Cancer Society does and puts a "face" to the organization. It's a celebration of hope, healing, compassion and survival. It's a very personal experience, many people claim as "life changing." It's a family activity at a time when there are not many available. It's a team-building event for companies and organizations that is fun, energizing and exciting - hard for other events to duplicate. It's about pride and accomplishment. It's a recruitment vehicle for new volunteers, as well as a volunteer leadership tool. Relay For Life is an experience unlike any other you'll be glad you came!

Relay For Life Committee Crawford County Relay For Life Committee members are, from left, Kim Wilken, Lyle Fleshner, Pat Fleshner, Lila Bubke, Denny Schmidt, Betty Schmidt, CJ Niles, Louise Osterlund, Lori Brockman, Barb Ernst, Judy Thams, and Jay Mendlik. Not pictured are Ruth Moen, Kelly Weltz, Gladys Ahardt, Amy Schultz, and Mike Pardun. Photo by Emma Struve

Early detection helps Judith Resendez battle leukemia Judith and family will light torch at Relay For Life by Gordon Wolf Early detection of cancer is important, as the Adrian Resendez family of Denison can attest. Adrian will be one of the speakers at the Saturday, June 26, Relay For Life at Denison Community High School. The “Words of Hope” presentations are scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. In addition, the Resendez family – Adrian, wife Edith and daughters Judith, 11, and Jessica, 7 - will light the torch at 6 p.m. at the Relay For Life welcoming ceremony. Judith was diagnosed with leukemia last year on August 25. Since that time, she has been receiving chemotherapy treatments at Children’s Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. At one point she received as many as four per week – one each on Monday through Thursday. By the second month, the doctors said Judith was cancer free. She is now on a maintenance routine of chemotherapy and has nearly completed those treatments. But the chemotherapy took a toll on Judith; it made her sick and tired, and she has to limit her activities. In Judith’s case, it was her parents’ quick observation of a change in her level of activity and her eating habits that lead to an early diagnosis of leukemia. “When she started the fifth grade (at Denison Broadway Elementary) in August, we noticed that Judith had slowed down in her activities,” said Adrian. JUDITH RESENDEZ...Page 3

Early detection of leukemia helped Judith Resendez of Denison react quickly to chemotherapy treatments. Judith’s parents, Adrian and Edith, noticed a change in her activity level and also saw that she was bruising easily. That lead to a doctor’s appointment on August 25, 2009. Judith is nearing the completion of treatments. Judith will enter the sixth grade at Denison Elementary School this August. Photo submitted

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Event Schedule

All times are tentative and subject to change.

Saturday, June 26 5:00 pm

Jazzercise Games (continue until 7:30 pm) Bean Bag Toss, Ring Toss, Limbo, Hula Hoop, CANCER cans, Denison High School Art Club face painting, cookie walk Locks of Love, Pat Rothe and Sandy Wulf

6:00 pm

Welcome Adrian Resendez Family, escorted by Denison Fire Department Raising of Flags by Boy Scout Troop #55 and Cub Scout Pack #49 National Anthem sung by Taylor Borkowski Introduction of Teams

6:45 pm

Sherri & Julie’s Dance

7:30 pm

American Legion will lead Survivor’s Lap Family and Caregiver’s Lap

8:00 pm

Introduction of Sponsors

8:15 pm

Nuns on the Run

9:00 pm

Words of Hope Adrian Resendez Julie Schroeder

9:15 pm

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Relay For Life raised nearly $80,000 in 2009 Relay for Life Teams participating in this year’s event have been fund raising throughout the year, doing anything and everything to try and raise money for the fight against cancer. Some teams will donate $5 at work to be able to wear jeans on Fridays, some teams have had benefits providing food and drink in return for donations, and some teams are talking to their friends and neighbors asking them for donations. Each donation is 100 percent tax deductible. Every team has the

same goal: pool the funds together to research, educate and provide resources for those in need. Last year Crawford County Relay For Life raised $78,251.72. Each one of these teams plays a pivotal role in the fight against cancer: Crawford County Memorial Hospital, Karen Kolln, captain Crawford County Bank, Amy Mitchell, captain Team DQ for Jean, Jackie Frum, captain Denison Education Association, S. Frazier and A. Williams, captains Denison Job Corps, Judy

Gierstorf, captain Eventide Merry Walkers, Amy Schultz, captain Farmland Foods, Tom Jones, captain Kelly’s Krusaders, Kellie Wessell, captain Kiwanis, Dee Langenfeld, captain Marie’s Team, Pat Fleshner, captain Our Savior Lutheran, Deb Loeschen, captain PCS, Kicking cancer one BYTE at a time, Carol Wiges, captain PEO, Pat Chapman, captain Ruth Moen and Friends, Ruth Moen, captain

St. Rose Staff, Angie Stangl, captain Team Crawford County, Kelly Weltz and L. Beeck, captains Team Schleswig, Lila Bubke, captain Tyson Foods, John Carreras, captain United Food and Commercial Workers, Leo Kanne and Kay Schurke, captains Wally Walkers, WalMart, Pat Palmer, captain Wells Fargo, Kathy Frazier, captain Lambert Family Chiropractic Clinic, Dr. Derek Lambert, captain

Money Raised Crawford County Relay For Life

Luminaria Lighting Live concert by Worship Team from Grace E-Free Church during lighting of the luminarias Walking Lap Games Chicken dance, hairy chest, walk backwards, hula hoop, hokey pokey, kids’ lap, over age 60 lap, blond hair lap, brunette lap, red head lap, and bunny hop

1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26,247.74 1998 (48 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$34,157.89 1999 (42 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$48,000.00 2000 (52 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$50,145.00 2001 (44 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$52,930.06 2002 (39 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$44,692.14 2003 (28 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$46,925.49 2004 (26 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$38,352.53 2005 (26 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$44,077.82 2006 (33 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$49,751.43 2007 (34 teams) . . . . . . . .more than $61,000.00

2008 (26 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$62,896.00 2009 (30 teams) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$78,251.72. Total raised since 1997 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . more than $637,427.82

Sunday, June 27 7:30 am

Closing Ceremony

Denison’s Relay for Life is Saturday, June 26th.

We applaud cancer survivors for their strength and courage in battling this devastating illness. As we recognize cancer survivors, we also recognize the importance of joining together in the fight for a cure. You can show your support by joining a Relay for Life team, volunteering, or making a donation toward cancer research.

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Parents sought medical help for daughter early JUDITH RESENDEZ, from Page 1 “She used to be a very active little girl and spent a lot of time outside,” he added Judith was unusually calm and stayed indoors, watching television - not her normal behavior. Adrian and Edith also noticed that Judith, who is not a very good eater, was eating less. The main concern, and what caused an immediate doctor’s appointment, was that Edith noticed Judith was bruising easily. “My wife made a doctor’s appointment in Carroll on Tuesday, August 25,” Adrian recalled. “We thought Judith was anemic, and the doctor decided to run some blood tests. We were going to request that anyway.” The blood tests showed all that all the blood counts were down, and the doctor in Carroll called Children’s Hospital right way. “My wife and Judith came back from Carroll at about 10:30 a.m. and before 11 a.m. we had a call from Children’s Hospital. We didn’t know what was going on,” said Adrian. By 1:30 p.m. that day, Judith was at Children’s Hospital. At Children’s Hospital, doctors ran some more blood tests and the next day Judith received her first chemotherapy treatment. It was a frightening time for the Resendez family. “We didn’t know exactly what to expect. It felt like the whole world was falling apart, but the doctors gave us a lot of hope,” said Adrian. “They explained there is nothing to be scared of, and when you hear the word ‘cancer’, it does not mean you are going to die.” Because the leukemia had been detected at a very early stage, Judith’s body reacted quickly to the chemotherapy treatments. “She is not completely healed,” Adrian explained. “Judith needs long-term treatment.” Adrian said Judith at times wouldn’t show the side effects of chemotherapy until three or four days after the treatments. In addition, chemotherapy caused Judith to lose her hair. She wore a hat or scarf and tried a wig, although she didn’t like it. When Judith no longer receives chemotherapy, her

hair will grow back right away, said Adrian. “Judith is a very brave person,” he added. Judith and her family received a lot of support from classmates and staff at the Denison Community School District and from friends and family, Adrian stated. The support is important because of the demands on the family. Adrian works at night at Farmland Foods in Denison. Edith also works at Farmland Foods but took time off to care for Judith. The family frequently drove back and forth to Children’s Hospital in Omaha. When she first started receiving chemotherapy treatments, Judith spent most of her time at Children’s Hospital. “She stayed at the hospital if not half the time, then a little more than half the time because she was so sick,” said Adrian. To keep up with her school work, family members would bring homework to the hospital and Judith received tutoring from a special teacher at the hospital. Soon she will only visit the hospital once a month instead of every week or every other week. Back in Denison, Judith can not go out that much because the chemotherapy has reduced her resistance to illness, but she can have friends visit her sometimes. She is not on bed rest but at times does not have much energy, said Adrian. What Adrian and Edith would like to tell other parents is to notice any changes in their children’s behavior and health. “Nobody knows their kids better than their own parents,” said Adrian. “When Judith started acting more calm, I thought she was nervous about starting a new school year.” He added, “We’re fortunate that we caught the leukemia really early. That’s why Judith responded so well to the treatments. The doctor’s said, ‘You brought her in at a very good time’.” Adrian continued that it was scary when he and Edith were told that leukemia was the reason Judith was acting differently, “but we had the right doctors and the right place for treatments.” “Children’s Hospital in Omaha is one of the top places in the nation,” he stated. “We are very fortunate that Denison is so close to a place like that.”

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I walked around a track today; I walked to help a disease go away. I walked because there is a need; I walked that bodies could be freed. I walked to give a small child hope; I walked to help someone cope. I walked for a husband and wife; I walked to help prolong a life. I walked with my head held high; I walked for the one about to die. I walked excitedly not demure; I walked to help find a cure. I walked for everyone to see; I walked for you, I walked for me.

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“Nuns on the Run”

Back by popular demand, “Nuns on the Run” will perform at the Crawford County Relay For Life at 8:15 p.m. on Saturday, June 26. “Nuns on the Run” will perform their song and dance routine, which is a perennial crowd-pleaser.

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Entertainment provided by dancers from Sherri & Julie’s Dance & Gymnastics (above) is a popular attraction each year at Crawford County Relay For Life.

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Crawford County Relay For Life committee presents Reiney’s owner with original artwork The Crawford County Relay for Life committee presented Jill Popham, Reiney’s Soda Fountain owner, with the original commissioned artwork from which collector prints were sold as a Relay For Life fundraiser. Speltz Studio of Wildlife created the local, picturesque winter Denison scene. The sale of prints, and the original artwork, raised approximately $2,500 for the cancer research and education organization, exceeding the $2,000 goal. The original artwork Popham purchased will be displayed at Reiney’s, which is located in the Donna Reed Performing Arts Center, the feature of the painting. Photo by Emma Struve

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Fundraiser helps battle cancer in memory of Jean Ann Schroeder by Gordon Wolf Jean Ann Schroeder was well known to those who frequented the Denison Livestock Auction, where she worked as a secretary for 31 years. She is also known by many people as a person who courageously battled cancer twice, ultimately losing that battle less than two years ago. Family members and others are continuing the battle on Jean Ann’s behalf by raising money for Relay For Life. Saturday, June 12, marked the second annual Relay For Life fundraiser at the Jeremy Schroeder farm seven miles north of Denison. More than $15,000 was raised, which eclipsed the $14,177 from in last year’s fundraiser. During the June 12 event, a representative from Relay For Life explained how the money raised is used. Jean Ann first got breast cancer about 16 years ago. She battled and beat the disease then. Four years ago breast cancer recurred. Jean Ann fought hard against the disease for two years. She passed away December 17, 2008. The annual fundraiser is organized by Jean Ann’s children, their spouses and many friends. Children are Jeremy Schroeder and his wife Julie, Julie Belger and her husband Jim, and Jackie Frum and her husband Dave. Jean Ann showed her determination in her battle against cancer, said Jackie. “She was so strong,” she stated. “You don’t see a lot of people who worked pretty much up to the day until they passed away. She was such a fighter.” JEAN ANN...Page 10

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Hospice supports families and patients by Emma Struve When options for curative care have been exhausted for a person experiencing a life-limiting illness, hospice services can provide health services, emotional, and daily task support along with palliative care. Palliative care is aimed at pain relief and symptom control rather than an effort at “beating” a disease. In Denison and surrounding areas, a multidisciplinary approach to hospice care is provided by Crawford County Home Health, Hospice & Public Health. The core services are

provided by a patient’s physician, a hospice nurse, social worker and spiritual counselor or chaplain. Hospice Coordinator Lynette Ludwig, RN, BSN, explained that ancillary services available include those of a homemaker who can do light house work including cleaning, laundry or running errands and those of a health care aid who can provide bathing and other personal care services like dressing. “Hospice is a team effort,” Ludwig stated. Additionally, volunteers work with hospice and are available to pa-

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tients and families for something as simple as keeping them company, reading to them, running errands, or playing cards. Theresa Gonderinger, of El Paso, Texas, related her experiences with Crawford County’s hospice services that were provided to her mother who had been diagnosed with cancer and underwent surgeries and radiation before succumbing to the effects of the disease. One of the most important aspects of hospice care Gonderinger stated, “It allowed us to spend time with Mother and we didn’t have to wonder

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What you need to know about Hospice In Denison and surrounding areas, Crawford County Home Health, Hospice & Public Health provides hospice care when needed. Following are some frequently asked questions about hospice care. For more information contact Hospice Coordinator Lynette Ludwig at 712-2633303. When should a decision about entering a hospice program be made, and who should make it? At any time during a life-limiting illness, it is appropriate to discuss all of a patient’s care options. The decision belongs to the patient. Hospice staff members are always available to discuss concerns and options with the patient and family. Where can I find additional information about hospice? Crawford County Home Heath, Hospice & Public Health at 712-263-3303, the National Hospice Helpline at 800-658-8898, the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org), and the American Association of Retired Persons (www.aarp.org) are some resources. Can a hospice patient who shows signs of recovery be returned to regular medical treatment? Certainly. If the patient’s condition improves, patients can be discharged from hospice and return to aggressive therapy or go on about their daily life. If the discharged patient should later return to hospice care, Medicare and most private insurers will allow additional coverage for this purpose. How many family members or friends does it take to care for a patient at home? There’s no set number. One of the first things a hospice team will do is to prepare an individualized plan that will, among other things, address the amount of care-giving needed by the patient. Must someone be with the patient at all times? In the early weeks of care, it is usually not necessary for someone to be with the patient at all times. Later, however, since one of the most common fears of patients is the fear of dying alone, hospice generally recommends someone be there continuously. While family and friends do deliver most of the care, hospices provide volunteers to assist with errands and to provide a break and time away for primary caregivers. Does hospice do anything to make death come sooner? Hospice neither hastens nor postpones dying. Just as doctors and midwives lend support and expertise during the time of child birth, hospice provides its presence and specialized knowledge during the dying process. Is hospice care covered by insurance? Hospice coverage is widely available. It is provided by Medicare nationwide. Does the hospice provide any help to the family after the patient dies? Hospice provides continuing contact and support for caregivers for at least a year following the death of a loved one. Information from “Frequently Asked Questions about Hospice” from Crawford County Home Health, Hospice & Public Health.

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Locks of Love 2009 Kim Wilken and Jenifer Wilson had their hair cut for Locks of Love by Lori Beam, Hair Studio, and Pat Rothe, Sunshine Styles, respectively. Jenifer’s sister, Stephanie, also had her hair cut for Locks of Love.

Locks of Love will be collected at Crawford County Relay For Life Donation guidelines

confidence and normalcy A charitable organizato children suffering from tion that collects hair to hair loss by utilizing domake hairpieces for chilLocks of Love accepts donated hair to make hairpieces nated ponytails to provide dren in need will accept for children in need. the highest quality hair donations through the Colored or permed hair is acceptable prosthetics to financially Crawford County Relay for Bleached (highlighted) hair is unacceptable disadvantaged children. Life. Dreadlocks are unacceptable The children receive hair Pat Rothe, owner of Layered hair is acceptable prostheses free of charge Sunshine Styles, and Curly hair may be pulled straight to measure the minor on a sliding scale, Sandy Wulf, owner of the imum 10 inches based on financial need.” Hair Depot, will be on site For additional information see the organization’s Web How to donate: the day of the Relay (Satsite at www.locksoflove.org. Hair must be a miniurday, June 26) cutting mum of 10 inches in length; there is no maximum hair for those who are interested. Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that Hair must be in a pony tail or braid before being cut provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged chil- Hair must be clean and completely dry before being mailed dren in the United States and Canada under age 21 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diag- Hair is needed from men and women, young and old, all colors and races nosis. It is estimated that 80 percent of all donations come According to the organization’s Web site (www.locksoflove.org), “Our mission is to return a sense of self, from children who wish to help other children.

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RELAY FOR LIFE

FRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010

JEAN ANN, from Page 6

At left: Luminarias spell out the word “HOPE” on the hillside across from Denison High School during the 2009 Relay For Life.

Light the way to a cure Luminaria ceremony to take place during June 26 Relay for Life

A special luminaria ceremony will take place during the American Cancer Society Relay For Life to remember those lost to cancer and honor those who have survived. Relay is a community gathering where everyone can join the fight against cancer. It will be Saturday, June 26, from 5 p.m. to midnight at the Denison High School. The Crawford County Relay For Life luminaria ceremony will also include a photo presentation. Luminaria donations are $5 per name on or before June 23 and $10 per name after that date. Each donation will place a luminaria along Eighth Avenue North to honor or memorialize a loved one. Personal messages can be added to the luminaria along with the individual’s name. For each luminaria purchased, a person can have a photograph of a loved one shown on a power point presentation after the luminaria lighting ceremony. The photographs will be scanned into a computer and can be returned to the family with inclusion of a self-addressed, stamped envelope with the luminaria donation and form. The power point presentation will be continually run at the stage area as the names from the luminarias are read. If you submitted a picture of your loved one last year, the picture can be used again this year. Luminaria donations and pictures may be submitted to Kim Wilken at 1433 2nd Avenue South, Denison, IA 51442; United Presbyterian Church, 205 North 24th Street, Denison, IA 51442; Thams Insurance Agency, 1209 Broadway, Denison, IA 51442; and the Denison Bulletin and Review, 1410 Broadway (P.O. Box 550), Denison, IA 51442.

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LIGHT THE WAY WITH HOPE Luminaria Lighting Ceremony Saturday, June 26th, 2010 Luminaria donations are $5 per name now or $10.00 after June 23rd (Bank Night). Each donation will place a luminaria along 8th Avenue North to honor or memorialize someone you love. A slide show will be presented so please include a photo of your loved one (if you didn’t last year). Also send a self-addressed, stamped envelope so we can return your photo.

Please Check In Honor Of

Name and message to be put on Each Bag:

In Memory Of

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Through Jean Ann’s battle, her children learned of the possibility that they might have a BRCA 2 gene mutation. According to WebMD, a blood test is conducted for breast or ovarian cancer. The test looks for changes or mutations in the BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 genes, which normally help control cell growth. Women who inherit the BRCA gene changes have a higher-than-average chance of getting breast or ovarian cancer. Jackie said she has the BRCA 2 gene mutation. Jeremy does not and Julie is waiting on test results. Jackie extended the family’s thanks to everyone who supported the June 12 fundraiser. The biggest sponsor of the fundraiser is Dairy Queen. This Saturday, Team DQ for Jean will participate in the Relay For Life in Denison; Jackie is the team captain. Julie Schroeder will talk about the family’s experience with cancer during the Words of Hope presentations at 9 p.m. at Relay For Life. Jackie’s advice for others is to get out, raise money and support efforts like Relay For Life. “Everybody knows somebody who has battled cancer and has won or lost that battle,” she stated. Jackie added that in her extended family, seven people have died from cancer in the last three years. “I encourage everyone to participate or support Relay For life,” Jackie stated. “I don’t care if they support my team or someone else’s team. Just show your support.”

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4_________________________________________________ __________________________________________________ Your Name__________________________________________ Your Address________________________________________ City___________________State________Zip_____________ Phone_____________________________________________ Make your check payable to: American Cancer Society and mail with this form to: Kim Wilken, 1433 2nd Ave. South , Denison, IA 51442 Please send back by Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

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The Survivors’ Lap, lead by the American Legion, is one of the events at Relay For Life. This year the Survivors’ Lap will begin at 7:30 p.m. at Denison High School. The Survivors’ Lap will be followed by the Family and Caregivers’ Lap.

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FRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010

RELAY FOR LIFE

“Raising

HOPE to a Whole New Level!”

American Cancer Society Relay FOR LIFE of Crawford County What:

Where:

THE RELAY FOR LIFE COULDN’T BE MADE POSSIBLE WITHOUT THE HELP OF THESE GREAT SPONSORS! 2010 Sponsors Include:

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When:

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The American Cancer Society Relay FOR LIFE is a unique celebration of life in honor and in memory of those whose lives have been touched by cancer. The Relay invites teams of up to 15 people to come together to raise money to fight cancer. The goal is to have at least one member of each team walking or running around the track throughout the event. It has been described as a “huge compassionate support group”, a place where friends, family and loved ones celebrate survivorship and honor those who have lost the battle to cancer.

★ Relay FOR LIFE of Crawford County ★ 1.800.ACS.2345 June 26, 2010 www.cancer.org

SATURDAY, JUNE 26TH BEGINNING AT 5 P.M. At the Denison High School in Denison, IA.

Who:

Everyone is welcome! Team members and others representing friends, families, clubs, local businesses, health care providers, churches, schools and other organizations - residents from throughout Crawford County become involved in a common cause...the fight against cancer. The money raised helps support ACS programs for research, education, Why: advocacy and patient service to reduce cancer deaths and cancer incidence while improving the quality of life for cancer survivors. Last year, Crawford County Relay FOR LIFE was represented by 28 teams and generated over $78,251.72. Benefits: Relay FOR LIFE provides the opportunity to be a community leader and take part in a terrific group event. From the Opening Lap to the emotional candle-lighting ceremony, and through the triumphant Survivors’ Lap, the Relay is unforgettable.

Saturday, June 26th Beginning at 5 p.m. Denison High School, Denison, IA

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“The Empty Table” will be displayed at the Crawford County Hospital in the south lobby entrance to the Administrative offices all day and night on June 27 for visitation. This will be the site of the vigil service held at 7:30 a.m. June 27 to close the 2010 Relay for Life ceremonies. 88-RELAY(RAISING HOPE2010-RELAY FOR LIFE)RS

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RELAY FOR LIFE

FRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010

In the United States today, more than one in three Americans are caring for an ailing family member or friend. Many of these families are facing a serious, life limiting illness for the first time and don’t know where to turn for answers and support. Crawford County Home Health, Hospice & Public Health is here when you need us.

We help families in need of quality end of life care... Hospice provides: • Team approach for hospice care to include: hospice medical director, family physician, social worker, nurses, home care aides, chaplain, & volunteers • Nursing care, to include symptom management and teaching • Assistance with personal cares such as bathing, skin care and hair care • Social worker visits to assist with client and family coping • Hospice chaplain available • Volunteers to provide various services and assistance • Service coordination with personal physician • Grief and bereavement follow-up to assist families

We are committed to the exceptional delivery of compassionate client focused hospice care.

Side By Side...... Client Satisfaction Comments “What a wonderful, caring and know how group of people. They helped almost as much as God. Thank you all so much. They were always available-no matter what time-day or night. God bless you all. Precious people. My daughter (a nurse) worked hand in hand with hospice people.” “For that period in my life I couldn’t ask for any more excellent love, care, and concern than our family received from Hospice. What a beautiful, comfortable room it was. I promote Hospice to all that I talk to. Thank you so much for all you did. You are a blessed memory.” “Hospice is a great service to mankind! It takes a special person with depth of understanding about the death and dying process!” 5 “The Hospice Team helped in all aspects of care and communication. The communication was crucial since I didn’t live in the Denison area. They were concerned about all aspects of the family. The service was top notch and is very much appreciated.” “The hospice team did a great job in preparing me for what to expect. They were very caring and kind during such a difficult time. It all happened so fast (1 month) that I really needed the support they offered. I would definitely recommend them to anyone in the same or similar circumstance.” “Excellent care and also provided the family with a shoulder to lean on. We are fortunate to have this service! I would recommend it to anyone who would need the service.”

CRAWFORD COUNTY HOME HEALTH, HOSPICE & PUBLIC HEALTH We have a team of professionals who can assist you with your home and public health needs. We offer: Public Health Services • Free Blood Pressure Checks • Community Equipment • Elderly Waiver Loan Program • Flu Shots Personal Care Services Homemaker Services with Nursing Supervision • Light Housekeeping • Bathing Assistance • Meal Preparations • TED Hose Application • Grocery Shopping • Any Hands On Cares • Laundry Home Health/Hospice • Nursing • Social Worker • Home Care Aide • Volunteers • Bereavement • Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy

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Crawford County Home Health, Hospice & Public Health 105 North Main Street Denison, Iowa 51442

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