My team
My Story…
Tedy's Team is a cause near and dear to my heart. After losing my dad in 2009 to a stroke, it was my goal to raise awareness on the causes and signs of stroke. Becoming a part of Tedy's Team has not only allowed me to do that, but welcomed me into an amazing community of those with similar stories, reinvigorated my love for running, all while supporting an incredible organization and mission. Please consider donating to my Falmouth 2022 fundraiser. Thank you!
BE FAST is an acronym to help you quickly recognize common signs of a stroke and to take any necessary action by calling for emergency medical services. Other symptoms may include, sudden and severe unexplained headache or migraine with no obvious cause, and confusion or trouble understanding things they would normally know.
BALANCE DIFFICULTIES
Do they have problems standing or moving? Are they dizzy?
EYESIGHT CHANGES
Do they have loss of vision in one or both eyes? Maybe a portion of one eye?
FACE DROOPING
Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person’s smile uneven or lopsided?
ARM WEAKNESS
Is one arm weak or numb? Have the person raise their arms.
SPEECH DIFFICULTY
Is the person unable to speak or hard to understand? Is the person able to correctly repeat what you are saying?
TIME TO CALL 9-1-1
If someone shows one, some or all of these symptoms, even if symptoms pass, call 9-1-1 and tell them you think the person is having a stroke. This can help get the person to the hospital immediately. Each second is important and could mean brain loss.
Description
The mission of Tedy's Team is to raise awareness for stroke and heart disease while supporting survivors on their journey, giving them a means for a comeback!
Tedy's Team was originally founded in 2005, when Tedy Bruschi, former linebacker for the New England Patriots suffered a stroke shortly after winning his 3rd Super Bowl and just days after returning from his first Pro Bowl.
Since its inception in 2005, Tedy’s Team has raised over $7 million for stroke research and education programs with the support and dedication of more than 1,200 participants. In addition to raising funds, Tedy’s Team continues to raise awareness of stroke and its warning signs and symptoms.
To learn more about Tedy's Team, please visit www.tedysteam.org
All donations are tax deductible.
Always remember the warning signs of stroke:
Should you ever have any questions about your donation, please reach out to Elizabeth@TedysTeam.org.
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 20 | Em friend | $50.00 |
| Aug 20 | Anonymous | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 19 | Paul & Mere | $28.10 |
| Aug 19 | Liz Mark & Celia | $55.35 |
| Aug 19 | Elise & Pat | $109.85 |
| Aug 19 | Anonymous | $109.85 |
| Aug 19 | Mackenzie | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 19 | Michelle Barbino | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 19 | Taylor Mallory | $28.10 |
| Aug 19 | Chris Connolly | $22.65 |
