Archive for the ‘Kids’ Category
Posted on February 24, 2016
The Hole in the Wall Gang will be hosting a Rare Disease Summer Family Camp June 2-5 at Hole in the Wall. Children with Ehler’s Danlos and their families will be eligible for this session. In addition we also will host a General Family Weekend in the spring and in the fall (4/22-24 and 10/21-23) that […]
Posted on August 10, 2015
This Cincinnati family has 4 members with Ehlers-Danlos. Their strong faith gives them courage to persevere. They believe their childrens’ challenges have helped them to grow and become better people. Amy Schulze and her daughter, Elizabeth, lead 2 support groups for EDSers. By Sue Kiesewetter, Enquirer contributor. FAIRFIELD TWP. – Seventeen-year-old Elizabeth “Wizzy” Schulze used to think being tired […]
Posted on August 8, 2015
You can help this courageous EDS girl have “the best 14th Birthday ever” by sending her a Birthday card. Include your encouragement, motivational songs, or positive story — to show her you understand the struggles of EDS. Her Birthday is August 31st, so get your wishes in the mail! Address provided below. __ Watch Jazzy’s story in […]
Posted on July 31, 2015
By Neil Metcalfe. Hugo Whatton is a 3-year-old with Vascular type Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. His caregivers must be very cautious in handling him and preventing injuries which could be life-threatening. Kim and Alasdair Hutt of Laurel Avenue, Potters Bar, will tackle a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike ride and to finish off, they will […]
Posted on July 4, 2015
9-year-old Shea has discovered that swimming reduces his EDS pain. Aquatic activity is one of the best exercises for those with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Shea Sargent is only 9-years old, but he’s
Posted on June 15, 2015
Watch this TV news video about Madison whose soccer team helps raise awareness for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and funds for Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. The SouthStars Soccer Club Team Lightning hosted a bowl-a-thon at Poelking Lanes South in honor of Madison.
Posted on May 21, 2015
EDS – Chiari Walks are being planned for EDS Awareness. Here is a well-organized walk that received newspaper coverage in Milford, CT. Jackie Stager is a smart, talented, and spirited young teenager with plenty of dreams, hopes, and aspirations just like any other 14-year-old.
Posted on May 15, 2015
These very talented students are providing awareness for a child with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. McCullough Junior High School choir students raised thousands of dollars during their third annual pop concert benefiting a Woodlands-area family in need.
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