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WELCOME TO THE GEORGIA CHAPTER

Address             Contact Us

 

2250 North Druid Hills Road
Suite 250
Atlanta, Georgia  30329

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404-982-0616
800-472-6795
404-982-0656
Georgia@ccfa.org

                

       
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SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS


Thank you for visiting the chapter page for the Georgia Chapter of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America.

You will find information about all of the Georgia Chapter's events on our blog. 

www.ccfageorgia.blogspot.com

This blog will contain day-to-day updates on special events, education and support programs, IBD News, volunteer and advocacy opportunities and relevant research.  We hope that you find the blog useful and encourage you to visit often and share your comments with us.

Thanks for your continued support of the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation - Georgia Chapter.


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CALENDAR/EVENTS
August 14, 2010 - December 5, 2010

Are you IN? Next Stop...Las Vegas!
December 5, 2010

Dust off your blue suede running shoes! Team Challenge is heading to the Rock N' Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon! Train with us and see the sights and sounds of Las Vegas!

Training NOW!

Go to www.ccteamchallenge.org for more information

Contact Angel Whitworth at 404-982-0616 or email Awhitworth@ccfa.org for more information.

Visit the Team Challenege - Georgia blog for the latest news and updates.


September 11, 2010

Join us for a FREE patient education program in COLUMBUS, GA!!

Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 9:00-11:30 am
The Medical Center
710 Center Street   Columbus   GA   31902
This program is free of charge for all registered participants.  Breakfast will be provided.

Check-in
(8:30-9:00 am)

Presented by Dr. Douglas Wolf, Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates

All you need to know about Crohn's and colitis
(9:00-10:00 am)

Research updates: What the future holds for you
(10:15-11:00 am)

Questions and answer session
(11:00-11:30 am)

Register online or contact Mary Ball at 404-982-0616 at the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation office.

September 21, 2010

Join us for an exciting update on Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis coming to AUGUSTA, GA!!

A new offering of interactive educational programs, "Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: What Every Patient Needs to Know," is coming to Augusta. This event, open to all patients, family members, caregivers, and community members, is hosted by the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation and will be led by local physician experts.

The program will be held on Tuesday, September 21 from 6:30 pm till 8:00 pm at the Savannah Rapids Pavillion at 3300 Evans to Lock Road, Martinez, GA  30907.

*There will be a light dinner of sandwiches, fruit and chips provided FREE of charge to all registered participants.  An assortment of bottled water and sodas will also be provided. 

Our expert presenter, Dr. Sudipta Misra, will provide an in-depth overview of IBD, including:

Guidance on how to recognize symptoms
How to manage your disease
Current therapies and emerging research
Disease and treatment-related side effects
Emotional wellness and resources
Question-and-answer session

Our Online Registration is OPEN!  Click here to sign up.

For more information, please contact Mary Ball at the Georgia Chapter office at 404-982-0616 or mball@ccfa.org

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SUPPORT GROUPS

PLEASE JOIN US…
Our casual support group meetings are held in a warm, welcoming and safe atmosphere.  All meetings are offered free of charge.  People with IBD, their families and friends are encouraged to attend.

CURRENT GEORGIA SUPPORT GROUPS
Visit our blog to learn more about support group dates, times & locations.

Atlanta - DeKalb

Atlanta - Northside

Atlanta - Piedmont

Athens/Clark County

Columbus

Douglasville

Lawrenceville/Gwinett County

Macon

Rome

Savannah

WHAT?
We don't have a support group in your area?  Would you like to help us?  Please contact Mary Ball at (404)982-0616 or mball@ccfa.org to inquire about becoming a trained support group facilitator.  Facilitator opportunities are also available for existing groups.

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MORE INFORMATION

To learn more about the ways CCFA - Georgia's offers support to those living with IBD including Support Services, "one-on-one telephone support," or to request free IBD informational pamphlets, please call us at 404-982-0616.

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CONTACT INFO

CCFA Georgia Chapter Staff

2250 North Druid Hills Road, Suite 250
Atlanta, Georgia  30329
404-982-06196
800-472-0656
georgia@ccfa.org

Marcia Greenburg
Executive Director
mgreenburg@ccfa.org

Karen Rittenbaum
Development Director
krittenbaum@ccfa.org

   

Amy Suiter
Walk Manager
asuiter@ccfa.org

Angel Whitworth
Endurance Manager
awhitworth@ccfa.org

 

Mary Ball
Education & Support Manager
mball@ccfa.org


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