5K

5K Race / Fun Walk

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Registration at 7:45 a.m.; race at 8:30 a.m.

McNamara Park*

Register today: speedysneakersracing.com/Races/WalkRunRoll5kSeptember2012.aspx

*McNamara Park is located just North of Westerville at the corner of State Rte. 3 and Big Walnut Road, behind (north of) the Genoa Police, Fire and Service Complex. The entrance is accessed off of Big Walnut Road.

Last year this event raised over $15,000 for local families and individuals who are affected by Spina Bifida. We hope this year's event will be even bigger and better!

The 5K is held on the beautiful Genoa trail. Flat, shaded and perfect for a walk, run or roll, this event is an amazing way to show your support for those affected by SB in the Central Ohio area.

For more information, contact Chrissy Zepfel at 614-891-8376.

2012 Picnic

5K

5K Race / Fun Walk

Saturday, September 29, 2012

Registration at 7:45 a.m.; race at 8:30 a.m.

McNamara Park*

Register today: speedysneakersracing.com/Races/WalkRunRoll5kSeptember2012.aspx

*McNamara Park is located just North of Westerville at the corner of State Rte. 3 and Big Walnut Road, behind (north of) the Genoa Police, Fire and Service Complex. The entrance is accessed off of Big Walnut Road.

Last year this event raised over $15,000 for local families and individuals who are affected by Spina Bifida. We hope this year's event will be even bigger and better!

The 5K is held on the beautiful Genoa trail. Flat, shaded and perfect for a walk, run or roll, this event is an amazing way to show your support for those affected by SB in the Central Ohio area.

For more information, contact Chrissy Zepfel at 614-891-8376.

Easter Egg Hunt

Hello all!

Hope you are enjoying the Spring-like weather.

Easter is quickly approaching, and I wanted to let you all know of an upcoming event that my family has attended for the past several years. The Westerville Civitan Club hosts a special needs Easter Egg Hunt in the Westerville Community Center at 350 North Cleveland Avenue, Westerville, Ohio, that is organized specifically for special needs children. It is on a gymnasium floor that is perfect for walkers and wheelchairs. When you sign up (its free), your child receives a special Easter basket, and the Easter Bunny is there for pictures.

This year, it is being held at on Saturday, April 7, 2012, at 11:30 a.m. at the above address. I have not received any information yet (i.e. registration forms or further info), but I have contacted them for that, and as soon as I hear something, I will forward it to the group. I just wanted you all to put it on your calendars if you are so inclined to attend. It is a great time, and the kids really enjoy it.
For more information, you can go to www.westervillecivitan.org. This Easter Egg Hunt is open to everyone with special needs, even if you don't live in Westerville. I believe they have another Easter Egg Hunt for everyone else at a different time (its outside).

Hope to see you there!

Jennifer Przeracki
COSBA

Trusts, guardianship, and important laws

Special Needs Trusts, Guardianship, and other important special needs law

William Root of Resch & Root

March 14, 2012

7:30 p.m.

Downtown Technology Center

Thanks to Mike and Jenn Castaldi who have lined up William Root of the law firm of Resch & Root to give a presentation on family law for special needs parents. Mr. Root will discuss special needs trusts, guardianship, and other areas of law important for parents of special needs kids. The presentation will be March 14 at 7:30 at the Downtown Technology Center in downtown Columbus.

Online Q & A with Dr. Levitt

Live Online Q&A 

with Dr. Mark Levitt
Hosted by: Cincinnati Children's Hospital

Wednesday February 22, 2012 

7 p.m. EST

 Hello Friends,

We know how challenging and frustrating dealing with fecal incontinence related to spina bifida can be. On Wednesday February 22, 2012 at 7 p.m. EST, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital will be hosting a LIVE ONLINE Q&A with Dr. Marc Levitt.

Your questions regarding fecal incontinence will be answered in a small, private session along with other families who are coping with the same medical condition.

Remember, you don’t have to suffer in silence. We can change the outcome together.

This is Dr. Levitt’s second online Q&A, and If you didn’t get a prior reply, this live online Q&A is a great opportunity to ask Dr. Levitt any remaining questions you may have about fecal incontinence.

The Moderator for this PartnersHub Live event will be Teri Martini, RN BSN. Teri is the Program Manager of the Colorectal Center for Children, with more than 10 years experience as an RN in gastroenterology and colorectal care.

Here’s how you can participate: 
Click eventbrite.com/event/2912706985 to visit the CCH Eventbrite page and RSVP for the live event. Or join us on the day of the event on the Colorectal Center for Children’s Facebook page: facebook.com/CCHMCColorectalCenter?sk=app_296885033663887

For more information about the Q&A with Dr. Levitt, you can reach Dillon at (310) 569-6858 or email: dwilson@partnershub.com

Orange Leaf benefit

Orange Leaf benefit

750 North State St. 

Westerville, OH 43082 

Tuesday, February 14 

Noon - 9 p.m.

Do something EXTRA SPECIAL and SWEET for yourself and for two local organizations on Valentine’s Day!

Support COSBA (Central Ohio Spina Bifida Association) and The Crawford Crew (Cervical Cancer Awareness) by enjoying your favorite frozen yogurt at Orange Leaf.

Skating party!

CENTRAL OHIO SPINA BIFIDA ALLIANCE

FIRST-EVER SKATING PARTY!

Sunday, January 29, 2012

2:30-4:30 p.m.

345 McGill Street, Sunbury, Ohio 43074

http://www.sunburyskateclub.com/

COSBA families, kids with Spina Bifida, siblings, and close friends are all welcome! Wheelchairs and walkers are welcome on the floor!

Skate rental is FREE (courtesy of COSBA)

Pizza, cupcakes, soda, and water will be provided

RSVP: Jennifer Przeracki: (614) 354-1273 or mailto:jprzeracki@hotmail.com