This past Saturday, I left Sandpoint a bit early to head into Ottawa to find Brian Dyck (a well liked Ottawa Police Officer), who is fighting a courageous battle with ALS.
I managed to find a parking spot at the Canadian War Museum (not an easy task) the place was busy with many walkers supporting loved ones in the Walk for ALS taking place that morning. I was amazed at the spirit of the people involved all wearing T shirts emblazoned with their family or friends name.
I located a group of Brian's supporters and followed them into the theatre where an audience listened to speakers from Bob Rae to John Baird. I was happy to hear about the funds raised by the participants and the many local companies backing the campaign.
I was there to find Brian or his family to present a cheque from The 911 Network. I did manage to finally get close to Brian, but he was moving pretty fast in his electric wheel chair and his wife and child were running along side. I did manage to catch up and quickly hand Brian's wife a cheque for $250.00 from our membership. I told her that is was simply for them. There are times when we just need to help people directly and there are times to support the global charity.
It was a brief exchange and I never really did get a chance to meet Brian. I hope our support can benefit his family to a small degree.
Thanks again for your support of our program. It is making a difference.
Kind regards,
Pat
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Our members support Mike Pare and his fight
On Friday June 11th, I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Mike Pare. An Ottawa Police Officer who is undergoing stem cell therapy treatment for his fight with cancer.
Mike is a very positive, warm and strong individual. He was very thankful of our donation and was very supportive of The 911 Network, as he is and has been a registered member. He commented on how important his cell plan was for keeping things working with his family life. He exchanges pictures with his wife and often uses the text features to keep in contact during long treatments at the hospital. He mentioned that I should tell the membership that it has also been great for cutting costs as there are many unexpected expenditures in the process of continuing his treatments.
We were very happy to make the donation to Mike to help with his expenses and hopefully make some of the process more comfortable. We are right behind Mike in his efforts and by meeting him personally, I believe Mike to have the character and fortitude to see through this difficult time. Keep smiling Mike!
My meeting with Mike was part of a blood donor clinic that was held in support of Mike and with emphasis on Stem Cell donation. Stem cell donners can be matched by a simple blood test and I encourage our emergency service workers and health care professionals to consider this worth while endevor to help others like Mike.
The clinic was held in the Ottawa Police headquarters gymnasium and was attended by many Ottawa Police staffers. I also had an opportunity to meet Chief Vern White while donating blood on behalf of my brothers and sisters with Ottawa Fire.
In all, I came away from the event feeling very positive about The 911 Network and what we can do for people like Mike and feeling good about meeting Mike. I admire Mike for his positive approach and wide smile which was there all morning. If you get a chance...donate and support people like Mike...Thank you to the membership for your donations and continued support of The 911 Network.
Kind regards,
Pat
Mike is a very positive, warm and strong individual. He was very thankful of our donation and was very supportive of The 911 Network, as he is and has been a registered member. He commented on how important his cell plan was for keeping things working with his family life. He exchanges pictures with his wife and often uses the text features to keep in contact during long treatments at the hospital. He mentioned that I should tell the membership that it has also been great for cutting costs as there are many unexpected expenditures in the process of continuing his treatments.
We were very happy to make the donation to Mike to help with his expenses and hopefully make some of the process more comfortable. We are right behind Mike in his efforts and by meeting him personally, I believe Mike to have the character and fortitude to see through this difficult time. Keep smiling Mike!
My meeting with Mike was part of a blood donor clinic that was held in support of Mike and with emphasis on Stem Cell donation. Stem cell donners can be matched by a simple blood test and I encourage our emergency service workers and health care professionals to consider this worth while endevor to help others like Mike.
The clinic was held in the Ottawa Police headquarters gymnasium and was attended by many Ottawa Police staffers. I also had an opportunity to meet Chief Vern White while donating blood on behalf of my brothers and sisters with Ottawa Fire.
In all, I came away from the event feeling very positive about The 911 Network and what we can do for people like Mike and feeling good about meeting Mike. I admire Mike for his positive approach and wide smile which was there all morning. If you get a chance...donate and support people like Mike...Thank you to the membership for your donations and continued support of The 911 Network.
Kind regards,
Pat
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