Super Saturday May 4th

May 4th LungSmarter program in review, deemed children’s educational event a success, ABC’s + of Asthma, highlights of Madison County 911 truly life-saving service to community was moved to Village Hall, Community Room, due to weather pre-caution & for safety.

This 19 Annual event, reaching “S” in the alphabet, “S” is for Sustainability, opened with Karie Preston & Girl Scouts official flag ceremony & pledge of allegiance, followed by Emma Christiansen as M.C., & as primary guest speaker, covering an informative comprehensive presentation of the ABC’s + of Asthma, a creation of Jaris Waide.

  Attendees were given an outstanding educational program, reviewing services of 911, specifically for children’s understanding, included a quiz.

  Several people shared their personal experiences calling 911, several shared their connection to lung disease of family members & friends, as the audience members bonded.

Dana L. Burris, Supervisor, represented Madison 911 Emergency Services Department.

Also Key, two Godfrey Fire Fighters, Tom & Jake, joined the open forum, offering several tips & leadership for calling 911.  Plus, a tour of the Fire Truck was available, a highlight for all.

Franklin Lodge # 25, Alton, Bill Perkins delivered the celebration meal.

Important, save the date, save May 18 for LungSmarter’s next educational event offering hands-on CPR training, by GFPD, lead by Erik Kamberian, Fire Chief.

Fund-raising Efforts Stay Local::  LungSmarter’s donations provide essential disposable medical supplies, to save lives, after residents call 911.

LungSmarter Foundation Donations:

Tax deductible donations, as allowed by law, mail Direct to:  Stifel, 121 Market, for LungSmarter, Alton, IL  620002.

“Everybody has the right to breathe!”

You can make a difference, thank you!

Jaris Waide, President, Shirley Waide, Vice President, LungSmarter Foundation

Web-site:  LungSmarter.Com

E-Mail:  jaris@piasanet.com or Jaris@LungSmarter.com