Archive for August 6th, 2009

Learn about Healthcare Reform

Thursday, August 6th, 2009

Did you know that it is easy to search and read the legislation summaries at THOMAS.GOV

You can search by word or by bill number

You can also search by your Congressman’s name and see the bills that they sponsored or co-sponsored or learn which committees that they serve on.

You can also visit your Representatives’ website:

U.S. Senate

U.S. House of Representatives

Be sure to thank your Representatives for their support with this important dialog on healthcare reform.

Here are a few bills you may want to review:

S.391 or the companion bill in the house H. 1321

 

Senator Jim DeMint has sponsored S.1324 which is also included.

S. 2236 is another bill before the Senate.

 H.R.3200 , H.R.3400 , HR 2833 and HR 2842 are other bills you will want to review. 

The National Patient Advocate Foundation is dedicated to improving access to healthcare through policy reform at the state and federal government levels. Their sister organization, The Patient Advocate Foundation is a national non-profit organization that seeks to safeguard patients through effective mediation assuring access to care, maintenance of employment and preservation of their financial stability relative to their diagnosis of life threatening or debilitating diseases.

The 10th Annual Patient Congress on Capitol Hill brought patients and advocates together with decision makers to discuss healthcare issues.

Educate…Empower…Enact

Thank you to our Community Supporters!

Thursday, August 6th, 2009
2009 Community Awards Night

2009 Community Awards Night

 

A Community Appreciation Awards Reception was held at The Upcountry History Museum in Greenville, SC. The museum featured an exhibit “Eyes to the Hills-The Dark Corner” sponsored by The Travelers Rest Historical Society. This exhibit is about the town of Travelers Rest, SC where  the organization and Houston family are located. Mann Batson, a local historian from Travelers Rest told stories to all the attendees about the area and how it came to be.
The Brain Tumor Awareness Organization recognized community sponsors for raising awareness and funds to provide support programs and services to those affected by brain tumors.
Recipients were:
The McCall Brothers-Top Fundraising Event (not pictured)
Todd Fulmer of Subway of Marietta-Top Fundraiser (not pictured)
Barb Smith-Outstanding Volunteer Award
Dee Shipp-Leadership Award
Jenni Schumacher-Outstanding Volunteer Award-Grey Ribbon Ride (not pictured)
Angie Gilbert-Adversity into Advocacy Award
Casey Galloway-President’s Award
Keith Houston-Brainstormer’s Award
Presidential Volunteer Service Awards were also presented to:
Janet MacCallum-22 GBM Survivor
Savannah Houston
Ellis Houston
Dee Shipp
Barb Smith
Keith Houston
Angie Gilbert
Jenni Schumacher
Jennifer Gutierrez (not present)
Jennifer Lusch (not present)