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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. Special thanks to West Penn Allegheny Health System for their support in producing our newsletter.
Join the Western PA / WV Chapter on Facebook & Twitter! CCFA and its volunteers have a tremedous track record in grass-roots fundraising and advocacy support for CCFA's mission. These exciting new outlets will amplify our collective ability to raise awareness and funds for all of our mission-critical efforts. Facebook and Twitter will offer the latest updates on Chapter news and events, national IBD-related news, and wills erve as a forum for CCFA supporters in our Chapter's region to connect with one another. Start following us now!  
Workplace Giving Through the United Way Please consider CCFA for your annual United Way contribution.
Your generous gift will help us to fund our mission critical programs.
Our United Way of Allegheny County contributor's choice code is #2951. If you live outside of Allegheny County, please call your local United Way office
for information on how to designate your contribution to CCFA.
In most cases it is as easy as simply writing CCFA's name and address on your pledge card.
Thank you in advance for choosing CCFA. Together we will find a cure.
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.
 
 
Take Steps Participants Honored by
Pittsburgh Pirates 
Adam Kniffen and Doug MacPhail were recently named fans of the game on CCFA Awareness Night for being the top youth and adult fundraisers in the 2009 Take Steps Pittsburgh walk. Congratulations!
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March 27, 2010
Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America's
Western Pennsylvania / West Virginia Chapter and the
Pennsylvania Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates present An IBD Symposium for Nurses:
New Perspectives on Diagnosis, Pregnancy, and Surgery
SCHEDULE
8:00am to 8:30 am Registration
8:30am Presentations Begin
12:00 – 12:15pm SGNA Business Meeting
12:00 Lunch CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
Saturday, March 27, 2010– 8:00am to 12:00pm
(3.0 GI Specific CEU's)
LOCATION:
Regional Learning Alliance
850 Cranberry Woods Dr.
Cranberry, PA 16066
www.theRLA.org 
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April 1, 2010
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April 9, 2010
***Please note that this event has been postponed until Fall of 2010***
More details to follow
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April 16, 2010
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May 7, 2010
Friday, May 7, 2010
The Fairmont Pittsburgh
Our chapter is proud to announce this second annual awards luncheon to celebrate the achievements of Pittsburgh-area women whose contributions and leadership within the community deserve recognition. Join us as we honor three of Pittsburgh's notable women: Helen Hanna Casey, Howard Hanna Real Estate – Honoree in Business
Cynthia Lynne Roth, University of Pittsburgh – Honoree in Philanthropy
Michelle Wright, WTAE-TV – Honoree in Media All proceeds will benefit the
Pediatric Network Research Program.
Tickets are available for $125 each
Please call 412.823.8272 to purchase tickets Download Women of Distinction Save the Date Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Ruby Sponsors
BNY Mellon
West Penn Allegheny Health System Amethyst Sponsors
Gateway Financial Group, Inc.
Highmark
Judy Sigal
Louis Plung & Co.
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May 7, 2010
'VICTORIOUS' SLAM CONCERT EVENT
to benefit the Take Steps for Crohn's & Colitis walk Friday, May 7, 2010
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Hotshots Arena
482 Bessemer Road
Mount Pleasant, PA 15666
Tickets $8.00 per person
More details coming soon!
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May 11, 2010
Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Diseases:
What Every Patient Needs to Know Tuesday, May 11, 2010 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
at the Ramada Altoona Conference Center
Click Here to Register for this Event Presenations by Dr. Ralph McKibbin and Dr. Leonard Baidoo
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 Kellie Surmacz at
ksurmacz@ccfa.org or 412.823.8272 x 224 This program is supported by an educational grant from Centocor, Inc. with no cost to attendees. 
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May 22, 2010
IBD Foundations, New Perspectives in Surgery &
Who is Taking Care of the Caregivers? A patient and family education program featuring presntations by: Leonard Baidoo, MD - Assistant Professor of Medicine, UPMC
Paul Lebovitz, MD - Director, Division of Gastroenterology, Allegheny General Hospital
Jennifer Antkowiak - KDKA TV 2 News Anchor, Talk Show Host, Mom & Caregiving Coach Saturday, May 22, 2010
9am - 12pm Greentree Radisson
101 Marriott Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15205 Admission is free thanks to our generous sponsors listed below:
However, we do ask that attendees register for this event. REGISTER HERE 
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June 13, 2010 - July 11, 2010
Take Steps Pittsburgh Walk
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Schenley Park
Registration: 4:30 p.m.
Take Steps Erie Walk
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Presque Isle State Park
Registration: 4:30 p.m.
Take Steps Morgantown Walk
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Riverfront Park
Registration: 4:30 p.m.
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July 24, 2010
CCFA Awareness Day with the Pittsburgh Pirates Saturday, July 24, 2010 - 7:05 p.m.
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. San Diego Padres
Post game performance by the Steve Miller Band!
Outfield Box tickets: $20 ($5 of ticket price donated to CCFA)
Grandstand tickets: $12 ($2 of ticket price donated to CCFA)
To order please contact:
Chaz Kellem | 412.325.4731 | chaz.kellem@pirates.com
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August 14, 2010 - August 18, 2010
***REGISTER NOW*** 
August 14- 18, 2010 ~ A co-ed residential camp for kids with Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis~ Our 2010 session will be held at Camp Tall Timbers in Highview, WV. APPLY TO BE A CAMPER OR A VOLUNTEER Applications are available for campers entering grades 2 - 10 and Leaders in Training entering grades 11 and 12. Contact Kellie Surmacz at 412-823-8272 x 224 or ksurmacz@ccfa.org with any questions.
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Please note: All support group listings are subject to change. Please call the chapter at 412.823.8272 to confirm the meeting date, time, and location. PENNSYLVANIA Erie Saint George Church - Franklin Room
5145 Peach Street | Erie, PA 16509 (map) Third Thursday of the month.
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ..................................... Latrobe Latrobe Hospital - South Conference Room
121 West Second Avenue | Latrobe, PA 15650 (map) Second Thursday of the month.
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ..................................... South Hills Peters Township Library
616 East McMurray Road | Canonsburg, PA 15317 (map)
First Thursday of the month.
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. ***Please note, the April meeting has been moved to Wednesday, March 31 from 7 - 8pm at the Peters Township Library. This meeting will feature guest speaker, Janet McKee. ..................................... WEST VIRGINIA Morgantown Panera Bread (new location!)
357 Patteson Drive | Morgantown, WV 26505 (map) Fourth Thursday of the month
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
December meeting canceled due to holidays. |
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CCFA Webcasts
IBD Presentations Available Online Currently listed presentations include: EDUCATION Balancing the Risks and Benefits of Treatment in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Interview with an Expert: Answers to Key Questions in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Diet, Nutrition & Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Understanding the Connection Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Treatments: What's New and What's on the Way Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Why Should I Take My Medications? Update on Colorectal Cancer: Knowledge is Prevention
RESEARCH Quarterly Research Update, Dr. Balfour Sartor - August, 2009 Quarterly Research Update, Dr. Charles Elson - May, 2009 Quarterly Research Update, Dr. Lloyd Mayer, December, 2008 Quarterly Research Update, Dr. Balfour Sartor - July, 2008 What We Can Do to Advance Pediatric IBD Research at CCFA
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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