February/March/April 2020 Volume 21, Number 7
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Sponsored in part by Beaver County Office on Aging has touched more than 56 families in Beaver County. Roxsan’s Dream Fund In 2009, the Angels R’ Us program expanded to include the Roxsan’s Dream Fund, sponsored by the Roxsan Betters Albanese Foundation. Through this fund, children’s dreams are granted. The children are/ or their parents are asked to write an essay answering the question, “My $500 Dream is?” The mission committee of Beaver County Cancer & Heart Association reviews each essay and awards $500 to each child at an annual luncheon. In 2019, 12 children received awards; for example, Elizabeth, age 15, in remission from leukemia, was given a cello to play at school and church, and Danilo, age 3, who has a heart condition, received a Power Wheels Batman battery operated car. Nearly 50 people attended the luncheon, held at The Willows Events Center in Industry. Danilo, 3, enjoys his “dream gift” of a Power Wheels car.
Breast Cancer Awareness
County Cancer and Heart Association offers variety of programs throughout the county
The association gives presentations to educate women about the importance of having regular mammograms. They are instructed on how to detect breast lumps and are given an opportunity to practice breast examinations on breast forms. This program also offers affordable bras and breast forms to Beaver County women who’ve had a mastectomy.
By Gina Mazza
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Beaver County Cancer and Heart Association is committed to assisting Beaver County residents in the prevention of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. It’s also dedicated to caring for those dealing with cancer or cardiovascular diseases through a host of educational programs and support services throughout the county. Their programs include:
Angels R’ Us Program Angels R’ Us was founded in 2003 by board member Tracy Horvath after her niece was diagnosed with cancer. The fund assists Beaver County families who have a child that has been diagnosed with cancer or a heart condition by helping to pay for gasoline expenses. Children are referred to the program through Children’s Hospital, their pediatrician or a school nurse. The fund
Cholesterol and Diabetes Screenings BCCHA helps county residents take control of their health by participating in cholesterol and diabetes screenings. Screening dates for 2020 are: March 21, May Continued on page 6
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