2012 Lakefest: Legacy On the Lake & Y'acht To See It!
The Marinas of Lake Grapevine are the proud hosts of The Legacy Brain Foundation’s Annual Lakefest: Legacy on the Lake, featuring Stoney LaRue and Johnny Cooper.
August 4, 2012 at Silver Lake Marina
Doors will open at 5:00 PM
Head for the Cure 2012
Have you ever wondered why brain tumor patients couldn’t have their own "Race for the Cure"? Although it is true that some brain tumor patients have disabilities that make it impossible to run, or even walk, five kilometers, there are many others that would gladly run to raise awareness, particularly in the hope that someday a cure will be found. Fortunately, a group of determined North Texas men and women began the Head for the Cure 5K, which raises awareness – and money – for brain tumor causes.
Celebration of Life - What's it All About?
If you’re new to the brain tumor community, you may not be aware that there are multiple programs, support groups, and fund-raising events specifically for brain tumor patients in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Seven years ago, a group of brain tumor survivors, caregivers, and their friends planned the very first networking event for brain tumor patients. The Legacy Brain Foundation has continued this annual tradition every spring, recognizing five and ten year survivors with a specially designed lapel pin, and presenting the Jeannie Murphy Spirit Award to an individual who had made a significant contribution to the brain tumor community.
Medical Update - February 2012
Although the mission of the Legacy Brain Foundation includes providing financial support to brain and spinal cord tumor patients, we are very excited when another organization provides additional support – and, at up to $5000 per year, very substantial financial support at that. The program is currently funded by the Musella Foundation through support from pharmaceutical companies, and will be offered "as long as there are funds available," according to Dr. Al Musella.
The Impact Brain Cancer Has Had on My Life
My name is Julissa. I was diagnosed with a brain tumor when I was six years old. It all started when the school nurse did the eye exam and told me to read letters from a far distance. I was not able to read some of the lines, and she was concerned, and told my mother I should see a specialist. I was told that I had a brain tumor, but at six years old, I had no idea what that meant. I was referred to a neurosurgeon, and my first surgery was a success.
That operation had some consequences. I lost the vision on my left eye, and I have tunnel vision on my right eye. My left side was weaker, and I lost the balance from my left side. I would forget things often. Also, I was told I would need medication for the rest of my life.
Ready, Set, Volunteer!
"Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little." --Edmund Burke
Do you like to write? Are you an amateur photographer? Do you like to tweet your friends a couple of times a day? The Legacy Brain Foundation could use your talents and skills!
