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Colotiscope
The Fall issue of the Wisconsin Chapter newsletter is available online!
If you are interested in receiving the Wisconsin Chapter eNewsletter and updates, please contact us at infowisconsin@ccfa.org or (414) 475-5520.
Continuing education credits for nurses will be available through CCFA in May. See the "More Information" section below for details.
IBD & Influenza Fact Sheet Now Available
Otherwise known as the flu, influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Current guidelines recommend inactivated flu and pneumococal vaccines in patients who are immunosuppressed. Read more about how to protect yourself from the flu. Download it today!
Laughter & Medicine 2010
 "Happy Birthday Laughter & Medicine" is the theme this year, and we will be hosting the program at Country Springs in Waukesha, WI. This year's program is shorter than in the past, but the healthcare professionals that will be present are experts in the field of pediatric Crohn's & Colitis.Happy 10th Birthday Laughter & MedicineSaturday, February 6, 2010 | Country Springs Hotel
2810 Golf Road | Waukesha, WI 53187Adult Program Agenda9:30 am Check-In
10-10:45 "IBD Overview" Dr. Michael Stepens, Director, IBD Cente, Childrens Hospital
10:45-noon "Ask the Experts" - Open Q&A with panel of GI Professionals
Noon-1pm Lunch & networkingYouth Program Agenda9:30 am Check-In
10-10:20 Things you need to know
10:20-Noon Games you want to play (Ga-Ga too!)
Noon-1 pm LunchRegistrition is $25 per person and covers program & lunch. You can register by printing and filling out the Registration Form and then mailing it in, or by calling 414-475-5520
Go Team Challegne!
Go Team Wisconsin!
Challenge Yourself to Change a Life!Visit www.ccteamchallenge.org to learn more. Questions about Team Challenge?
contact Becky Burris; rburris@ccfa.org or (414) 475-5520.  
Join Team Challenge on Facebook. Follow Team Challenge on Twitter
Keep on Walking! 
Let's keep the momentum going . . . if you are interested in participating in 2010, you can Register Now at http://www.cctakesteps.org/. The Wisconsin Chapter is currently looking for people interested in joining the volunteer committe in your area. If you, or someone you know, are interested in joining one of our planning committees please click here to view the calendar for a voulteer info meeting in your area and send an RSVP to Nadine Davis at ndavis@ccfa.org or call us at (414) 475-5520. For a list of Take Steps walk dates and locations, please view the calendar section below.
** APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE NOW ** 
August 8 to August 13, 2010 Camp Oasis is co-ed residential camp for kids & teens with
Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis The 2010 session will be held at Camp Young Judaea Midwest in Waupaca, Wisconsin Applications are now available!
Campers - grades 2-11 (entering fall 2010 school year)
Leaders in Training, (LIT) - grade 12 (entering fall 2010 school year)
volunteers - age 19 and above (additional guideline may apply) Click here to learn more about this exciting program, or contact Tyler Hillstrom, Executive Director, WI Chapter |
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All CCFA support meetings are casual and held in a welcoming, and safe atmosphere. Support groups offer important information about coping with IBD, and provide a community of support for IBD patients and their loved ones.
The meetings are offered free of charge, and people with IBD, their families, and their friends are encouraged to attend.
Please note: All support group listings are subject to change. Please call the chapter number above to confirm the meeting date, time, and place. Fox Cities IBD Youth Group
Helen Fowler Conference Center, St. Elizabeth Hospital
(next to the emergency room)
1506 S. Oneida St.
Appleton, WI
Currently not meeting
6:30 to 7:30PM
Any youth diagnosed with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease and their parents are welcome to attend
Green Bay Support Group
St. Mary's Hospital
1726 Shawano Ave.
Green Bay, WI
2nd Tuesday Every Other Month (Jan., Mar., May, July, Sept., Nov.)
7:00PM
Everyone welcome!
Madison Support Group
UW Health Clinic
1 So. Park St., 4th floor Conference Room
Madison, WI
1st Wednesday of the Month
5:30PM
Doors are locked after 6:00pm
Milwaukee Support Group
Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital
9200 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Milwaukee, WI
Conference Room A/B
(Inquire at information for directions)
2nd Monday of the Month
7:00PM
Everyone welcome!
Manitowoc County Support Group
Aurora Medical Center- Superior Conference Room (1st Floor)
5000 Memorial Dr.
Two Rivers, WI
1st Tuesday of Month
6:30PM
Everyone welcome!
Oconomowoc Support Group
ProHealth Complex
Entrance #3, Suite 120
1185 Corporate Center Drive
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
1st Monday of the Month - Quarterly
(February, May, August, November)
7:00PM
Everyone welcome!
Glendale Support Group
St. Mary's River Woods Outpatient Center
375 W. River Woods Parkway
Glendale, WI SPECIAL MEETING DATE FOR FEBRUARY
MONDAY FEBRUARY 1ST from 5:30-7 PM
Brenda Kalkholoremmer Registered Dietician with Columbia-St Marys
She will begin at 6 pm and be there to offer insight/advice to our members
Future meeting will be held on
1st Tuesday of the Month
5:30 to 6:30PM
Everyone welcome! |
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Professional Education Opportunities
Interview with an Expert: Answers to Key Questions in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases This content of the FREE virtual lecture was derived from a live, educational teleconference/webcast presented by the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America on Thursday, May 7, 2009.
Registered nurses can participate in the learning assessment and complete an Evaluation form to receive continuing nursing education credit.
Patients and caregivers can participate by completing an Evaluation form to help us plan for future educational activities.
MEDIUM: Virtual Lecture
INTERNET RELEASE DATE: May 8, 2009
CNE AVAILABLE UNTIL: May 8, 2010
Estimated time to complete this activity: 1.5 hours
CCFA Webcasts IBD Presentations available online
Currently listed presentations include:
Education - Balancing the Risks and Benefits of Treatment in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases- 6/9/09
Dr. Corey Siegel - Interview With an Expert: Answers to Key Questions in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases- 5/7/09
Dr. Stephen Hanauer - Diet, Nutrition & Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Understanding the Connection- 3/10/09
Dr. David Rubin, Tracie Dalessandro, MS, RD, CDN
CCFA-WI is Going Green!
In an effort to reduce expenses, keep you better informed and improve communication, CCFA WI Chapter requests your e-mail address. Effective immediately, we will be e-mailing notices regarding our upcoming Chapter Programs, Special Events, Volunteer Opportunities and "What's new on the website." Email notifications greatly reduce our Chapter's administrative expenses (postage, letterhead and stationary), allowing us to invest even more into Research, Advocacy, Education, and our Youth and Family programs.
2010 Youth Ambassadors
Becca Davis - Appleton, WI
Mitchell Kukay - Green Bay, WI
Elizabeth Hebda - Dorchester, WI
Kacey Stoecker - Hubertus, WI
Nicholas Zausch - Glendale, WI
Please send your e-mail address, along with your name, address and phone number to infowisconsin@ccfa.org. Stay tuned for more exciting updates regarding website registration and on-line events!
Volunteer Opportunities are Available Please call the WI Chapter Office at (414) 475-5520 to learn how you can get involved.
Further the Mission of CCFABecome part of the solution to finding the cause and cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis by becoming a member of CCFA. We would like to encourage you to join/renew your membership early so you will not miss out on any of our exciting activities. Several lay and professional membership levels and opportunities available. Please call the CCFA Chapter office (414) 475.5520 in-state toll free (877) 586.5588 for a membership form. Workplace Giving through Community Health Charities
The CCFA WI Chapter proudly partners with the Community Health Charities in Employee Giving Campaigns. Look for our name and agency code in your company campaign. If you don't find us, ask your employer to add CCFA.
Donate Your Car, Boat or R.V.
Before you sell your vehicle, consider donating it to CCFA. Our vehicle donation program helps to raise needed funds for research and community-based education programs. It is a lot easier than selling it and you will also receive a tax deduction.
Call CCFA WI Chapter office (414) 475.5520 in-state toll free (877) 586.5588 for a form and more information.
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