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Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Chapter Address:
300 Penn Center Boulevard
Suite 401
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
| Phone, Fax, E-mail:
Phone: (412) 823-8272
Fax: (412) 823-8276
Toll-free: (877) 823-8272 (within WPA/WV)
E-mail: wpawv@ccfa.org |
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Welcome to the Western Pennsylvania / West Virginia website
We are here for you! View our latest newsletter
and scroll down for more up to date news and event information.
Chapter Premier Sponsors With deepest appreciation, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Chapter is proud to acknowledge the following companies as 2009 Premier Sponsors, providing vital funding for education, outreach, support and/or research for the estimated 28,000 people in our Chapter region who suffer with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
 
FREE Education Event in Morgantown, WV Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease
What Every Patient Needs to Know Saturday, July 11, 2009
Morgantown, WV See Calendar/Events below for more information.
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Chapter Chosen as Beneficiary of Casbah Benefit Dinner Series On the fourth Thursday of each month, Casbah hosts a special dining event to benefit a specific local or national nonprofit organization. Each evening has its own unique menu, inspired by a particular Mediterranean region or seasonl foods. Casbah donates 100% of the proceeds from these dinners in support of the chosen organization.
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America is the designated beneficiary for Casbah's October 22, 2009 event. We hope that you will join us - you will be helping CCFA's mission to thrive, while enjoying outstanding food and wine in Casbah's intimate lower dining room.
Ticket information coming soon.
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July 11, 2009
Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Diseases:
What Every Patient Needs to Know Saturday, July 11, 2009
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Presenation by Dr. Uma Sundaram, M.D.
Chief, Digestive Diseases Section, Department of Medicine
West Virginia University
Fukushima Auditorium - Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center at West Virginia University
RSVP Today - Click Here An education program for patients, families and caregivers living with Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis. Participate in this free program to learn more about: * Signs and symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
* IDB treatments and options
* New research in IBD
* Resources for support and information For more information, please contact Jennifer Simpson at jsimpson@ccfa.org or 412.823.8272 x 221 This program is supported by an educational grant from Centocor, Inc. with no cost to attendees. 
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August 21, 2009 - August 25, 2009
A Life Changing Experience
August 21 – 25, 2009
Camp Tall Timbers, High View, WV At CCFA Camp Oasis we provide a sanctuary where kids with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis ages 7-16 can have the time of their lives. Because all the campers and most of the adults have IBD, kids leave their disease behind and focus on what they can do, instead of what they can't. Campers team up for challenging activities and do things they might not have thought possible. They share familiar stories and make friends that can last a lifetime. CCFA Camp Oasis offers: • 24 hour medical supervision by physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers who are experienced in treating children with IBD and ensure that campers follow the medical regimen prescribed by their doctors back home. • Dedicated and understanding counselors who are carefully screened and trained. • A wide range of activities that include swimming, boating, team sports, outdoor adventure, ropes course, campfires and arts and crafts. To attend Camp Oasis, a camper must have medically stable Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. The Camp Oasis community encourages campers to share their experiences and to learn and take strength from one another. Counselors and medical staff with IBD provide another positive example, showing campers that, while there may not yet be a cure for IBD, there's plenty of hope for a happy future. Join us at CCFA Camp Oasis – as a camper or volunteer!
Application deadline is June 1st, 2009. Click here to apply today! Help send a kid to camp! This life changing experience costs more than $1250 per child and is only possible through the generosity of area businesses, individuals and foundations. To find out how you can help, call 877.823.8272.
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October 22, 2009
Casbah Benefit Dinner Join us for this special dining event to benefit the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America. The evening features its own unique menu, inspired by a particular Mediterranean region or seasonal foods. Casbah will be donating 100% of proceeds from this dinners in support of our Chapter.
Ticket information coming soon.
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Chapter Wish List Our Chapter's commitment is to ensure that more of each dollar raised through our Chapter and its generous supporters goes to fund the research, and education and support programs that are at the center of our mission. It is in this spirit of cost containment that we provide this list of needed in-kind items. Please call us if you have a line on any of the following items: Office Furniture (dark wood credenzas, desks, and bookcases)
LCD Projector
Folding Tables
Folding Cart or Dolly
Letter Folding Machine
Catering Services
Printing services
Frequent Flyer Miles
Postage Stamps
Professional Photography Services
Memorials & Tributes Making donations on behalf of others or in memory of others is a meaningful way of recognizing commitment to an important cause. You can make a tribute or memorial donation and have us send one of our attractive cards for as little as $5.00. Upon receipt of your donation, we will send the gift card to notify the individual of your kind donation. Your memorial or tribute gift to CCFA is a compassionate gift and will make a difference in the lives of others with IBD.
Workplace Giving Don't forget CCFA and its efforts to find a cure for inflammatory bowel disease during your EMPLOYEE GIVING CAMPAIGN. CCFA's Greater Pittsburgh United Way number is #2951. If you live outside of this area, please call your local United Way office for information on how to designate your contribution to CCFA.
Volunteers Needed We are always looking for volunteers to help in the office with light administrative tasks as well as volunteers to help with our special events and education programs. Please call Jamie at 412-823-8272 ext. 223 if you might be interested. You can also fill out the form below and fax it to 412-823-8276 or email it to jrhoades@ccfa.org volunteer registration form |
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