By Russ George
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) held its October membership meeting Wednesday, Oct. 9, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora.
Staff member, Marcie Lucas (FVSRA), from Fox Valley Special Recreation Association, was in attendance and accepted a check from the members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, in the amount of $2,400.
DCFV’s donation will allow FVSRA to increase educational awareness, help design programs around the needs of individuals with diabetes, and help participants better understand their health needs, to improve their overall well-being.
This focus on diabetes education can enlighten other Fox Valley Special Recreation participants about diabetes and prediabetes, fostering a more inclusive and informed community, about the dangers of uncontrolled blood sugar (glucose).
DCFV board members, Mary and Tony Arch, whose daughter, Becky, is active in programs at FVSRA, made DCFV members aware of the need for increased diabetes educational programs at FVSRA.
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley’s October “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, was held Saturday, Oct. 12, at Panera Bread, 369 S. Randall Road, in South Elgin.
Members handing out information on diabetes and prediabetes were: Mary Arch, Tony Arch, Ed Carroll, Marilyn George, Russ George, Pat Jones, Kim King, Ann McBride, and Ricky Rieckert.
Daniel Salazar, a Type 2 diabetic and his wife Linda, drove up from Aurora to learn more about our club, meet some of our members, and pick up information about diabetes and healthy eating.
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley was formed with a mission to fight diabetes! Fighting diabetes starts with making everyone in the Fox Valley area aware of diabetes and prediabetes, and how uncontrolled blood sugar (glucose) can cause vision problems, heart problems, nerve damage, dental problems, kidney damage, and loss of limbs.
Diet and exercise are two of the most powerful tools we all have to help control our blood glucose. Eat healthy, stay active, and have a yearly blood test, to stay diabetes-free!
Want more information on prediabetes, diabetes and healthy meal planning? Send an E-mail, with your name and mailing address to: Diabetesclubfv@gmail.com requesting information on diabetes.
On Thursday, October 24, plan on stopping at Panera Bread, 1330 N. Orchard Road, in Aurora. DCFV fundraising chairperson, Jenny McCain, has scheduled an all day fundraiser at the Orchard Road Panera Bread. Our Club will receive 20% of each sale if you enter code FUND4U, at online checkout, in the Panera App, or at the kiosk in-cafe. You can also show our printed flyer, or a digital copy of it to the cashier, when placing your order.
Digital or printed flyers are available from Jenny McCain at: 630-204-1197, or E-mail: jennymccain@sbcglobal.net.
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month! Why not make a reservation today to attend our club’s first gala dinner, “A NIGHT TO END DIABETES”, Friday, Nov. 1, at the Lincoln Inn, 1345 South Batavia Avenue, in Batavia.
Dancing to live music by Trio, with Roger Legel, Sherry Schultz and Dave Enway, performing classic hits from the 60’s and 70’s, that’ll have folks singing along and dancing the night away!
Invite family and friends to come join us for a delightful evening of fun for a cause!
Cocktails will be at 6:30 p.m., filet mignon and breast of chicken dinner at 7:30 p.m., and raffles, for $80 per person. Table of 10 for $750. Credit cards will be accepted.
For Tickets or Information Contact: Tony Arch, 630-336-4246 or send E-mail: tony@archprinting.com, or, call Mary Arch, 630-688-6147 or send E-mail: mary@archprinting.com, or, call Jimmy Schmidt, 331-274-0911 or send E-mail: harley331973@yahoo.com
Why not consider joining our fight against diabetes? You don’t need to be diabetic, to be a member of our club! Invite a family member, friend or business associate to attend one of our meetings or events with you! Guests are always welcome at membership meetings and club events! Yearly individual membership dues are $50 per year. Corporate dues are $150 per year, which includes a sponsorship listing on our website: www.diabeteshelpnearme.com
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization. Tax deductible donations can be made on our website: diabeteshelpnearme.com or mail your tax deductible donation to: Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, P.O. Box 88, North Aurora, Illinois 6054
Have questions about the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, please call, text or send an E-mail with your name and address to president Russ George, 630-205-9065 or send Email: Diabetesclubfv@gmail.com.
Please continue to keep informed about our club’s upcoming events, by following us in The Voice, on Facebook, and on our website: diabeteshelpnearme.com.