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Mid-America Chapter
SERVING: Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas and Southern Illinois

1034 S. Brentwood, Ste. 1510, St. Louis, MO 63117

  

 

Looking for Arkansas information? Click Here

Looking for Kansas/Kansas City information? Click Here

 

 


SPECIAL HIGHLIGHTS

Don't forget to check out our calendar
below for more events
 


We want YOU to be a part of

You will train in the St. Louis area and run or
walk a half marathon in the heart of beautiful wine
country at the Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon.

Be a part of something special and join
Team Challenge! Attend one of our
information meetings in St. Louis and
surrounding St. Louis areas!

 Meeting Schedule

6:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 6, 2012
St. Louis Mid-County Library, Small Auditorium
7821 Maryland Ave, Clayton, MO 63105

6:30 p.m., Thursday, March 8, 2012
Big River Running Company
2548 Hwy K, O'Fallon, MO 63368

10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 10, 2012
Whole Foods, Lifestyles Room
1160 Town & Country Crossing Dr., Town & Country, MO 63017

6:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 14, 2012
REI Outfitters
1730 S Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood, MO 63144

6:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Forest Park Visitor's Center, Learning Lab
5595 Grand Dr., St. Louis, MO 63112

R.S.V.P. TODAY!

Contact Amy Willett 
  awillett@ccfa.org
314-863-4747
with your R.S.V.P. or any questions!

Can't make a meeting?  No problem!  Contact us for information!

  Become a fan of "Team Challenge St. Louis"


Take a Step Toward a CURE ... REGISTER TODAY!

 Take Steps for Crohn's & Colitis is CCFA's largest fundraising event. Participants raise funds and awareness throughout the year and come together to celebrate the steps that have been taken towards a cure. Our 2012 events are just around the corner! Register today and join thousands of others in the fight against digestive diseases.

June 3, 2012
Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park
Event starts at 4:00pm

Register your team TODAY!

For more information please contact the office at 314-863-4747!

 Become a fan of "Take Steps St. Louis"


** SAVE THE DATE **

 

August 5 – 9, 2012

~A co-ed residential camp for kids with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis~

Our 2012 session will be held at YMCA Camp Lakewood in Potosi, Missouri.

Applications will be available in mid-January 2012 for campers (grades 3-10), Leaders in Training (grades 11-12), and volunteers (age 18+).

Click here to learn more about this exciting program, or contact Michelle Larose-Wicks, Regional Education & Support Manager at mlarosewicks@ccfa.org or 314-863-4747 x15.

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CALENDAR/EVENTS
March 24, 2012

SAVE THE DATE

2012 St. Louis Patient Education Program

Where: St. Luke's Hospital
232 South Woods Mill Road
Chesterfield, MO 63017

When: Saturday, March 24, 2012

Registration information and additional event details
will be posted closer to the event date.

For more information, contact Michelle LaRose Wicks
314-863-4747
mlarosewicks@ccfa.org

April 21, 2012

SAVE THE DATE

Put Your Thinking Caps On!
Trivia Night IS Here!

When: Saturday, April 21, 2011

Where: Maryland Heights Centre
2344 McKelvey Road
Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Time: Doors open 6p.m.

Purchase your tickets TODAY!

Interested in getting involved? 

Join the Trivia Night Committee

For more information contact
 Alexandra Rothermel
314-863-4747
arothermel@ccfa.org

May 7, 2012

SAVE THE DATE

Western Oil Presents:
Greg Eble Memorial Golf Tournament

Registration and additional information will be posted closer to the event.

For more information please contact
Alexandra Rothermel
314-863-4747
arothermel@ccfa.org

August 5, 2012

** SAVE THE DATE**

 
August 5 – 9, 2012

~A co-ed residential camp for kids with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis~

Our 2012 session will be held at YMCA Camp Lakewood in Potosi, Missouri.

Applications will be available in mid-January 2012 for campers (grades 3-10), Leaders in Training (grades 11-12), and volunteers (age 18+).

Click here to learn more about this exciting program, or contact Michelle Larose-Wicks, Regional Education & Support Manager at mlarosewicks@ccfa.org or 314-863-4747 x15.

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SUPPORT GROUPS

Please note:  All support group listings are subject to change.  Please call the chapter at 800.783.8006  to confirm the meeting date, place, and time.  Support groups are free and open to the public.


SUPPORT GROUP FACILITATORS NEEDED!

Please contact the CCFA office at 314.863.4747 or 800.783.8006 if you'd like to be a support group facilitator!


KANSAS

Garden City Support Group
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
3rd Thursday of each month
Leader: Jodi 
Email:
unhappygut@yahoo.com

St. Catherine Hospital
Classroom 2, lower level
401 East Spruce
Garden City,  KS 67846


Wichita Support Group

Forming now!  If you are interested in being a facilitator, please call 800-783-8006.


MISSOURI

Kansas City Support Group
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
4th Tuesday of each month from January to October
Leader: Dee

North Kansas City Hospital
Health Services Pavilion
2790 Clay Edwards Drive (off of Armour Road)
Check the Main Lobby Listing For Room Location
The building adjoins the main hospital building -- entrance is on the South side


Mexico Support Group
Begins at 7:00 p.m.
Quarterly Meetings

Call Dr. Gordon's office at 573.581.7196 or 800.488.2243 for more information.

Audrain Medical Center
Jansen East Auditorium
620 E. Monroe
Mexico, MO 65265


Moberly Support Group

7:00 - 8:30 PM
3rd Thurday of every other month (January through October)

Leader: Susanne Enyeart

Moberly Regional Medical Center
1515 Union Avenue
Moberly, MO 65270
Education Conference Room, Lower Level


St. Louis Support Group
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
2nd Tuesday of each month
Leader: Mollie

Missouri Baptist Medical Center
3015 North Ballas Road
St. Louis, MO 63131

Meet in Conference Room 6, which on the East side of the Medical Center near the Auditorium. Note: Room may change; watch for CCFA signs.


Southwest Missouri - Joplin, MO & Springfield, MO

Are you interested in forming a support group in Joplin, Missouri or Springfield, Missouri?  If so, please call us at 800-783-8006.

Washington Support Group
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
2nd Monday of even months
Leader: Terri

St. John's Mercy Hospital
Mercy Doctors Building, Classroom A
851 E. 5th Street
Washington, MO 63090

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MORE INFORMATION

Donate your Car, RV, or Boat!

Thinking of selling or even junking your old car, RV, or boat? Why not donate it to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America, Gateway Chapter? Current registration is not required and free towing is available. Classics to Clunkers, running or not. We do everything for you, and you'll receive a tax deduction for your donation. Help us meet our financial needs so we can help those affected by Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Here's more information!

Volunteers Needed for Events!

If you are interested in volunteering in the office, pre event and/or day of event please contact call 314.863.4747 or 1.800.783.8006. We would like to thank all our volunteers who generously donate their time each year!

Power of Two ~ Initiative for Individual Support

Need someone to talk with? Join our Power of Two Program. For details, call 314.863.4747 or 1.800.783.8006.

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CONTACT INFO

Mid-America Chapter

1034 S. Brentwood
Suite 1510
St. Louis, MO 63117

Toll free: 800.783.8006
Phone: 314.863.4747
Fax: 314.863.4749

Andi Harrington-Cosby ext. 13 
Executive Director
acosby@ccfa.org

Alexandra Rothermel
Development Assistant
arothermel@ccfa.org

Michelle LaRose-Wicks     ext. 15
Regional Education & Support Manager
mlarosewicks@ccfa.org

Amy Willett
Team Challenge Manager
awillett@ccfa.org  

Kansas City

6240 W. 135th Street    
Suite 200
Overland Park, Kansas 66223

Toll free: 800.783.8006

Danielle Russell
Endurance Manager
drussell@ccfa.org

P: 646.430.0806
F: 816.442.8224

Arkansas

Kristin Trulock
Community Development Manager
501-590-8948
ktrulock@ccfa.org

The Mid-America Chapter is proud to serve Missouri, Kansas, Southern Illinois, and North Central Arkansas.

"A proud member of Community Health Charities"

 

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