Page 6 THE VILLADOM TIMES I • November 24, 2010 Emmanuel asks... Can You Help? Our hat’s off to: Atlantic Stewardship Bank for supporting our upcoming fundraiser, A Hollywood Bash, Legends Steakhouse for selecting ECF as a recipient of their annual golf outing, and Glen Rock Hamilton School for bringing us candy from their drive. Thank you to the many generous people who walk through our doors. Whether you are dropping off a birthday bag for a family, making a food donation, volunteering to drive, or starting your own fundraiser, we cannot say thank you enough! The local community is simply amazing and we truly appreciate your help. We know our families do, too. Thank you to everyone who has called to adopt a family for the holidays and to everyone who made a Thanksgiving basket! You are making a difference to a family in karen/janine 4-29-09 need this holiday season. On Jan. 8, 2011, the Northern Regional Center will host EmmanuelHelp2x.75(4-29-09) Bash will be held its largest fundraiser ever. A Hollywood at the Woman’s Club of Ridgewood, and will include a live 3 x .75 band, food and drinks, an auction, and other surprises. Call us for ticket information, then come and get treated like a star. We can use your help. Can your company, store, or restaurant donate something toward our event? How about dinner for two or a manicure/pedicure? Do you own season tickets? Are you computer savvy? Can you help us put a program together? Proceeds from this event will be used to assist families in the Northern Region. If you are interested in volunteering your time or donating an item, call Laura Savage at (201) 612-8118 or e-mail laura@emmanuelcancer.org. This family needs help: Sophia is a two-year old who lives in Bergen County with her parents and older brother. Sophia was diagnosed with retinoblastoma at the age of six months. She received medical treatment and was making a full recovery, although her vision was impacted due to the cancer being concentrated in her eyes. Sophia was in remission, but on Sept. 1, she became very sick and had a seizure. Her parents were told the cancer had spread to Sophia’s brain and spine. She has now been given a diagnosis of bilateral blastoma. She is currently undergoing an aggressive form of chemotherapy under a clinical research trial and she has spent most of the past few months in the hospital due to many complications from the cancer. She has suffered partial paralysis due to the tumor on her spine, and has had a blood clot in her neck. Sophia’s mom spends every night with her daughter in the hospital, rarely leaving her side unless Sophia’s father comes to stay with her. Sophia gets very upset if she is left alone in the hospital without one of her parents or a close family member. Sophia’s mom has had to leave her job. While Sophia’s father continues to work, the family has lost over half of their income. Everyday living costs have become nearly impossible to cover, and the family will likely have to move to a cheaper apartment in the near future. Currently, this family is in need of several things they are not able to purchase. These toys for Sophia were recommended by her physical therapist, who hopes they will encourage Sophia to stand and regain strength in her legs: Step2 Easel or Step2 Easel for Two, and the Step2 LifeStyle Custom Kitchen. Sophia would also benefit from a portable DVD player since she isn’t able to see the TV at the hospital because of her visual impairment. She would love to watch cartoons during those long hospital stays. Sophia is too big for her crib, and the family cannot afford to buy a new bed for her. They would love to be able to give her a new toddler bed or, as a special treat, a Princess Toddler Cot. 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