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{ March & April 2023 Newsletter } | |
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE
February and March have flown by so quickly! April is right around the corner and that means it is time to raise awareness for Limb Loss/Limb Difference!
Every April is a time to recognize the limb loss and limb different community and the vital need to support efforts that advance equitable medical access, care, and coverage. The Amputee Coalition invites you to tell your story, advocate for your needs, educate people, and make sure no amputee is alone. LLLDAM is a perfect opportunity to learn more about the community and how you can get involved.
April is also Occupational Therapy Month so we also want to send a special shout out to the amazing OT's around the world who help those in our Skills for Life community return to various levels of independence in their daily life.
Exciting opportunities lie ahead for our ESFL community, including an April Zoom Meetup, a camping trip in Georgia this fall and possibly another bowling tournament! Please continue reading for all the latest details.
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Ronnie Raised $24,845 for ESFL!
We are still having a hard time believing the amount written on that check and donations are still "rolling" in! Ronnie continues to break his previous records, year after year! This amount is absolutely wonderful and did we mention hard to believe? BUT yet it is not hard to believe because the city of Livingston, TX and Ronnie's bowling family are just the most incredible people!
For the record, this now brings Ronnie’s total raised over the last 5 years to $83,478!!! The money raised for Enhancing Skills for Life, 501c3 goes towards scholarship, programs and resources for individuals living without both arms or more.
Mark Your Calendars for Ronnie's 6th Annual Bowling Tournament which will take place February 17-18, 2024!
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Meetup on Zoom -
Wednesday, April 19th @ 7:00pm
Let's commemorate Limb Loss/Limb Difference Awareness Month with a zoom! We are going to meet on April 19th at 7:00pm central. If you are new to the limb loss/limb difference community, come learn about how to get connected or if you have been around for awhile, bring your knowledge and come make some new connections. This session will be moderated by Sandy Crisp
Wednesday, April 19th at 7:00pm central
-New Normal, what does it mean?
-Resources (websites, organizations, peer support, etc)
-Upcoming events
-Bring Your Own Topic (time permitting)
Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/97649737361?pwd=VHN3SllxUVRNZ1IzNFVvNTgyZUg2UT09
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Contributor
Sandy Crisp, LPC-A, CRC, LCDC
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Get Involved!
Thank you to those of you who reached out to us last month! We are excited to see what's in store for ESFL. We are still looking for help so let us know if you have time, experience, resources or referrals/connections with any of the below.
- Marketing/Social Media Coordinator
- Event Planner
- Scholarship Committee
- SFL 7 Planning Committee (will likely start communicating Summer 2024)
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Change a Life, Donate Today
The Skills for Life workshop was developed in 2002 with a specific focus on people living without both arms or more and the unique set of circumstances they face on a daily basis. The nonprofit was founded in 2017 to ensure we could continue supporting the members of our community with programs, events, resources and connections. To donate, please click either the Venmo or PayPal donate buttons in this section. PayPal allows you to donate via your account or with a credit card. Venmo requires you to have an account. Donations can also be made via check, payable to Enhancing Skills for Life, 16111 Park Center Dr, Houston, TX 77059.
Any and all donations, large or small, are greatly appreciated!
Enhancing Skills for Life, 501c3 Tax ID: 81-2619137.
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CONTACT US | 713-240-8336 | EMAIL | | | | |
