Sunday, September 1, 2013

MDA Telethon
September 1, 2013


Sunday, September 1, 2013 Check Local Listings
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MDA SHOW of STRENGTH

We are grateful for the years of dedication and the contributions Jerry Lewis has made to fight Muscular Dystrophy. To Jerry and his kids.



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Where Telethon Dollars Go
The Telethon is the single most important fundraising event of the year for MDA. Funds raised help the Association carry on its fight against muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases, including a worldwide program of basic and applied research, a nationwide network of comprehensive medical and support services, and extensive professional and public education. Children and adults with muscle-damaging diseases benefit directly from dollars raised during the Telethon.


Strolling through the Archives of MDA 

Early MDA telethon, mid-1960s.

 


Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin 
Reunion on the MDA Telethon

Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis reunite after twenty years on the 1976 MDA Jerry Lewis Telethon. Frank Sinatra surprises Jerry by bringing on Dean and then some nervous and hilarious clowning between the two ensue. This is followed by a medley of American Standards by Dean and Frank. In two parts, this is the complete segment of the reunion. An important and historic piece of entertainment history.


Sammy and Jerry Friendship

from 1987 MDA Telethon


A Dedication to Mattie Stepanek

 (7/17/90-6/22/04)

Mattie Stepanek was a 13 year old boy who had a rare form
of muscular dystrophy. He was a poet, a peacemaker, and a hero.
The song is "He Was Just Like Me" was written and recorded by
Mattie's friend Madison Cross in memory of him.

Muscular Dystrophy Association (PBS)


Abbey Umali - Jerry Lewis
MDA Telethon Collection





Abbey Umali Opens the 2010 Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon




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Friday, May 3, 2013

May 3, National Specially-Abled Pets Day

National Specially-abled Pets Day celebrates these amazing and heroic animals, helps to educate the public about caring for disabled pets and find homes for orphaned, specially-abled pets.  Pets that become challenged due to disease, birth flaws or injuries, tend to develop greater senses than your average pet. Most of the time it's as if they never had to readjust to life and we need to keep up with them!"

Celebrated nationally and internationally on May 3rd, National Specially-abled Pets Day encourages adoption always and for people who would like to bring a new furry family member home, to consider a specially-abled pet.

Blind Golden Retriever gets Guide Dog

Frankie, the Walk 'N Roll Dog
A true, inspirational story about a dachshund whose life started out just like any other dog walking on all four paws until a spinal injury leaves her paralyzed. Frankie is custom-fitted for a wheelchair and learns to keep on rolling. Her zest for life will have you cheering and she will give you hope that all things are possible. Frankie will leave an everlasting and loving paw print on your heart. A book for all ages to teach overcoming challenges and also compassion for the physically challenged.

Book Trailer
 

National Best Book by USA Book News for children's picture book soft cover

Merial Human-Animal Bond Award by Dog Writer's Association of America

Editors Choice Award by Allbooks Review

Indie Excellence Finalist

Frankie inducted into 2009 Wisconsin Pet Hall of Fame

To learn more about Frankie, the Walk'N Roll Dog, visit: Joyful Paws


Saturday, January 12, 2013

FL Governor Scott, looking to warehouse disabled children
rather than helping parents care for them.


This is a video from msnbc.com (http://tv.msnbc.com/2013/01/10/governor-rick-scotts-disregard-for-the-health-of-floridians/ ). Rep. Alan Grayson, D-Fla., joins Martin Bashir to discuss the decision of Florida governor, Rick Scott, to effectively warehouse disabled children rather than helping parents care for them.

My son, Jake and I chose to watch it together and video tape it. Jake is 24 years old with cerebral palsy. He moves about independently in a motorized wheelchair. We were devastated by what we heard and saw.

Is it constitutional to separate a parent from her child because they are disabled? This seems wrong and criminal. Similar to the stories my parents told me about Adolf Hitler.

Governor Scott, you will never know the experiences, challenges, joys and most of all the love from a special group of people that have so much to give.


Dr. Sandra Frank and Jake Frank