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2014 Walk the Walk for AutismThe Fifth Annual “Walk the Walk for Autism” is taking place at the Halifax Commons on Saturday, June 14th. The purpose of the walk is to raise the public awareness of autism while raising money for children and families affected by this disorder. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a range of complex neurodevelopment disorders, characterized by social impairments, communication difficulties, and restricted, repetitive, and stereotyped patterns of behavior. 1 in 68 children are being diagnosed with Autism. Autism is more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined and yet there is very little treatment available to autistic children. Receiving a diagnosis of autism is absolutely devastating to a family and discovering treatment is unavailable or financially overwhelming makes it that much worse. Feeling helpless to make your child’s life better is heart wrenching, to say the least. As most of you are aware, we have both a son and daughter who are Autistic – Alex and Lauren. Having a child with Autism is very challenging for the child and their family. Wherever you go these days, you hear lots of talk about autism. But when thousands of families and individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Nova Scotia are in need of support and services, talk just isn't enough. Well, now it's time to walk the walk! We'd like to invite you to join or sponsor “Team Lauren and Alex” on Saturday, June 14, 2014 in Halifax for Walk the Walk for Autism: Follow this link: http://walkthewalkforautism.ca/donate.html to make a pledge/donation to “Team Lauren and Alex”. In the drop down box choose “Sponsor a Team” and enter “Team Lauren and Alex” and hit Search. Team Lauren and Alex will appear for you to select. Choose your donation amount and pay online with a credit card. It’s very easy, and you will receive a tax receipt by email. “Team Lauren and Alex” have participated in this event since its inception and we have raised over $12,000 thanks to the generosity of our family, friends, and co-workers. Thank you for your support! Bill, Rhonda, Allison, Lauren and Alex Redfern | |
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Sarah Turner
New Zealand Operations Manager
Ph: 09 834 7936
Mob: 022 043 1226
Toll free: 0800 86 36 36
www.abuyerschoice.co.nz
sarah.turner@abuyerschoice.com
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