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We are the Ritchie's! Our daughter, Ellie, was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, just a couple month before her third birthday. Since that time, we have been learning and growing as a family to navigate this disease. Mom (Carrie) got involved with Cassie + Friends following the diagnosis and the organization has been an invaluable resources to help our family and learn more about kids with rheumatic diseases.
We will be participating virtually by doing a family walk on October 16th. Join us in our support for this great organization who helps so many families in need!
Description
This year, I will be running in support of kids and families affected by juvenile arthritis (JA) and other rheumatic diseases with Cassie + Friends Society. Cassie + Friends is a national charity focused 100% on kids and families impacted by juvenile arthritis and other rheumatic diseases. Cassie + Friends provides much needed education, awareness, support programs, advocacy and research to families across Canada.
What is JA?
JA is an incurable autoimmune disease in kids that attacks healthy joints and steals childhoods. It’s just as common as Juvenile Diabetes (every 3 in 1000 kids) and yet receives a fraction of the research, awareness and support. Kids with JA live with pain, fatigue and fevers, and many require aggressive medications like chemotherapy.
In 2022, Cassie + Friends is raising money for:
- Providing parents with access to a private Online Support Network
- Supporting families with emergency funds and medical equipment
- Helping fund Monthly Expert-Led educational webinars
- Connecting youth with trained peer mentors
- Fueling critical Advocacy + research into safer Treatments and a cure.
Thank you for your support towards a pain-free future for kids and families affected by juvenile arthritis and other rheumatic diseases!
#TeamCassieAndFriends #JAWontStopMe
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24 | Anna M | $54.63 |
| Sep 23 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Sep 23 | Sarah Fagan | $269.32 |
| Sep 23 | Carrie Ritchie | $537.69 |
