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Triangle Area Ostomy Associaon October 2014 IN THIS ISSUE: President’s message Page 1 October Birthdays Page 1 News and Updates Page 1 Wanna Wear One 5K Page 1 Member Information Page 2 WOC Nurses Page 2 Local Support Group Info Page 3 Minutes Page 4 Football and Ostomy Page 5 Dues Reminder Page 5 TAOA Membership Form Page 5 NEWS AND UPDATES WannaWearOne Ostomy AWEARness 5K Run/Walk. Saturday October 4! This inaugural event is being organized for Ostomy Aware- ness Day in conjunction with the national UOAA organization. Check out the official website www.ostomy5k.org. We will give a report on the 5K at the October meeting. October Program. The October speaker is Stephanie Yates, MSN, ANP-BC, CWOCN. She will be giving and update on Colorectal Can- cer. The November meeting will be a break out session by ostomy type, lead by local WOCN. Please feel free to invite spouses and family members as there is break out group for them as well. Secretary Position is Still Open. We are still looking to fill the open Secretary position on the Board. If you are interested or would like more information please speak with Sam. Dues! Please see Page 5 for dues information and form if you have not paid yet. The $20 membership fee for 2014-2015was due on August 31. CALENDAR OF EVENTS: Oct. 4 WannaWearOne Race/Walk Oct. 4 Ostomy Awareness Day Oct. 7 TAOA Meeting, Rex, 7:15 pm Oct. 11 CCFA Patient Day, CH, 9:30am Oct. 13 Columbus Day Oct. 14 TBC Meeting Chapel Hill, 7 pm Oct. 20 CCFA Meeting Rex, 7:30 pm Oct. 31 Halloween Shirley Peeler Oct. 6 Location: Omega Sports, 8200 Renaissance Pkwy., Ste. 1021 Durham, NC 27713 Schedule: Registration: 6:30 AM 5K Run/Walk: 7:30 AM Kids Fun Run: 8:00 AM Awards Ceremony: 9:15 AM Kids’ Activities throughout the morning Ostomy AWEARness 5K Run/Walk President’s Message: I was happy to see a good crowd attending September's meeting. However, I sincerely hope that the number of attendees continues to grow . This is a great outlet for folks to communicate desires and concerns amongst each other. The programs also continue to keep us aware of new techniques, supplies, and various information to keep us up to date. I was very excited to learn more about the Wannawearone Race taking place on Saturday, October 4. I do believe that we can all contribute in some way to this program, either by walking or running on that morning, contributing financially to the cause, or by purchasing an item at the Silent Auction taking place there. I am looking forward to seeing you at our October 7 meeting and every first Tuesday of the month. Sincerely, Sam DeAngelo

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Triangle Area Ostomy Association

October 2014

IN THIS ISSUE:

President’s message Page 1

October Birthdays Page 1

News and Updates Page 1

Wanna Wear One 5K Page 1

Member Information Page 2

WOC Nurses Page 2

Local Support Group Info Page 3

Minutes Page 4

Football and Ostomy Page 5

Dues Reminder Page 5

TAOA Membership Form Page 5

NEWS AND UPDATES

WannaWearOne Ostomy AWEARness 5K Run/Walk. Saturday

October 4! This inaugural event is being organized for Ostomy Aware-

ness Day in conjunction with the national UOAA organization. Check

out the official website www.ostomy5k.org. We will give a report on

the 5K at the October meeting.

October Program. The October speaker is Stephanie Yates, MSN,

ANP-BC, CWOCN. She will be giving and update on Colorectal Can-

cer. The November meeting will be a break out session by ostomy type,

lead by local WOCN. Please feel free to invite spouses and family

members as there is break out group for them as well.

Secretary Position is Still Open. We are still looking to fill the open

Secretary position on the Board. If you are interested or would like

more information please speak with Sam.

Dues! Please see Page 5 for dues information and form if you have

not paid yet. The $20 membership fee for 2014-2015was due on August

31.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

Oct. 4 WannaWearOne Race/Walk

Oct. 4 Ostomy Awareness Day

Oct. 7 TAOA Meeting, Rex, 7:15 pm

Oct. 11 CCFA Patient Day, CH, 9:30am

Oct. 13 Columbus Day

Oct. 14 TBC Meeting Chapel Hill, 7 pm

Oct. 20 CCFA Meeting Rex, 7:30 pm

Oct. 31 Halloween

Shirley Peeler Oct. 6

Location: Omega Spor ts, 8200 Renaissance Pkwy.,

Ste. 1021 Durham, NC 27713

Schedule: Registration: 6:30 AM

5K Run/Walk: 7:30 AM

Kids Fun Run: 8:00 AM

Awards Ceremony: 9:15 AM

Kids’ Activities throughout the morning

Ostomy AWEARness 5K Run/Walk

President’s Message: I was happy to see a good crowd attending September's meeting. However, I

sincerely hope that the number of attendees continues to grow . This is a great

outlet for folks to communicate desires and concerns amongst each other. The

programs also continue to keep us aware of new techniques, supplies, and

various information to keep us up to date.

I was very excited to learn more about the Wannawearone Race taking place

on Saturday, October 4. I do believe that we can all contribute in some way

to this program, either by walking or running on that morning, contributing

financially to the cause, or by purchasing an item at the Silent Auction taking

place there.

I am looking forward to seeing you at our October 7 meeting and every first

Tuesday of the month.

Sincerely,

Sam DeAngelo

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TAOA MEETING INFO: MEETING:

The first Tuesday of the month, September – June.

Time: 7:15pm NO meeting in July or August.

LOCATION:

Rex Hospital, 4420 Lake Boone Tr., Raleigh, 27607.

Enter through Main Entrance from parking deck.

Immediately turn LEFT into the Main Waiting Room.

INCLEMENT WEATHER:

To verify a cancellation, call Rex Hospital at 919-784-3100

If the Wake Co. Schools are closed due to weather

conditions, there will be NO meeting that evening.

DISCLAIMER

Articles and information appearing in this newsletter are not necessarily en-

dorsed by the Triangle Ostomy Association and may not be applicable to every-

one. Always consult your physician or WOC Nurse for all medical advice.

TRIANGLE AREA OSTOMY ASSOCIATION (TAOA)

TAOA is a local chapter affiliate of The United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc. Membership is open to ostomates, nurses and friends who support our mission. We welcome new members. Annual dues support TAOA

and UOAA. Members receive a subscription to our monthly newsletter, The BY-PASS.

GROUP OFFICERS AND CONTACT INFO: All officers are available for member support

President: Sam DeAngelo 919-608-5581

or 716-640-3975

Vice President: Dan Richards 919-624-3075

Treasurer: Ruth Rhodes 919-782-3460

Editor: Dan Richards 919-624-3075

Webmaster: Ed Withers 919-553-9083

FOW Coordinator: Jeff Burcham 919-847-9669

Visitor Coordinator: Stephanie Hughes 919-480-1172

Prof. Advisor: Stephanie Yates 919-613-2035 Website: www.RaleighUOA.org or

www.triangleostomy.org

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WOC Nurses

Wake Med

Leigh Ammons 919-350-7668

Melanie Johnson 919-350-7668

Debbie Orr 919-350-7668

Wake Med Cary

Joanna Burgess 919-350-5231

UNC Hospital

Donna Brickman 919-843-9234

Juliet Idiabonya 919-843-9234

Lisa Jenkins 919-843-9234

Barbara Koruda 919-843-9234

Lara Leininger 919-843-9234

John Maotko 919-843-9234

Donna Partin (outpt) 919-966-9344

Janet Rankin 919-843-9234

Duke Regional

Tom Hobbs 919-470-7215

Felicia Street 919-470-6145

Duke

Jane Fellows 919-681-7743

Michelle Rice 919-681-2436

Angela Richardson 919-681-7743

Leanne Richbourg 919-681-6694

Stephanie Yates (outpt) 919-613-2035

Duke Raleigh

Amanda Eltz 919-954-3725

Krys Dixon 919-954-3446

Maria Parham Hospital

Kathy Thomas 252-436-1700

Durham VA Medical Center

Reba Giles 919-286-0411 X 6177

Sara Harbison 919-285-0411 X 5297

Rex Hospital

Angela Joyner 919-784-2048

Rachel Breazeale 919-784-2048

Teri Ourada 919-784-2048

OUR MISSION Strive to assist persons with, or anticipating, an intestinal or urinary diversion. (Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy,

Continent diversion). Provide emotional support, educational opportunities and interaction with our professional community. Support The Friends of Ostomates Worldwide ,(FOW), by donating supplies for distribution to

underprivileged ostomates around the world.

TAOA ANNUAL DUES POLICY

*YOUR ANNUAL STATEMENT FOR DUES is issued in the June

edition of the BY-PASS Newsletter. *ANNUAL PAYMENT IS DUE PRIOR TO AUGUST 31st EACH YEAR.

Issue payment with TAOA Form. *Please notify the Treasurer if your payment must delayed or if you are

unable to pay. (Confidential) *Failure to reply will result in termination of membership. Reinstatement

may be requested in writing.

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TRIANGLE BLADDER CANCER

SUPPORT GROUP

Date: Second Tuesday of the Month

Time: 7 pm – 8:30 pm

Place: Carolina Pointe, Chapel Hill,

NC

Contact: David Langham

919-948-0589

[email protected]

www.trianglebcs.com

CCFA SUPPORT GROUP

Date: Third Monday of the Month

Time: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Place: Rex Healthcare

Contact: Reuben Gradsky

[email protected]

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MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

MEETING OF THE TRIANGLE AREA OSTOMY ASSOCIATION

SOCIAL/REFRESHMENTS: 7:15 pm. Thanks to Sam DeAngelo for the delicious finger foods.

MEETING CALLED TO ORDER: 7:30 pm. President, Sam DeAngelo, welcomed nineteen members

six spouses and six visiting ostomates to the first meeting of our new year.

PROGRM: A presentation of Wanna Wear One, The Ostomy Awareness 5K race, scheduled for

October 4, 2014 in Durham, N.C. See the TAOA Web Site for more information.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1) Thank you note from Secretary, Bonnie Sessums, for her going away gift from TAOA.

2) Dr. Alan Carter remains in Minnesota with hopes of returning home in October. We

extend our good wishes for his improvement.

3) Deepest sympathy to the families of member, Pamela Huddleston, who died June 29th and member, Dimney

LaSalla, who died August 15th. A contribution has been made to Transitions Life Care (Hospice) in

memory of Dimney LaSalla, a Past President of TAOA.

4) A thank you letter from 15 year old Hannah Sheers, saying she had a wonderful camping experience in July

at the 2014 Youth Rally at San Diego State University. TAOA’s financial contribution provided this

special opportunity for Hannah.

5) Our summer shipment to FOW weighed 238.6 pounds. Many thanks for the donations and to Jeff Burcham

for all of the packing!

6) Deep appreciation goes to our Advisor, Stephanie Yates, WOCN, who has served as our interim newsletter

Editor the past six months. The BY-PASS will be now be produced by our new V.P./Editor, Dan Rich-

ards. Thanks, Dan, for accepting this responsibility!

7) REMINDER! YOUR 2014-2015 DUES STATEMENT was issued in the JUNE NEWSLETTER! Thank

you to all who have responded! MANY MEMBERS MUST HAVE FORGOTTEN!!?? PLEASE RE-

VIEW YOUR RECORDS & UPDATE YOUR MEMBERSHIP BY PAYING DUES NOW!

8) Our next meeting is October 7th. George and Helen Crane will provide the refreshments.

MEETING ADJOURNED: 8:30 PM.

Respectfully submitted,

Ruth Rhodes, Treasurer

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One of the wonderful things about Fall is the start of the football season! This is a great time to take inspiration from Rolf Benirschke, the place kicker for the San Diego Chargers from 1977 to 1987. Benirschke was diagnosed with UC and became an osto-mate in 1978. He returned to the team in 1979 to become their leading scorer. He was chosen to the Pro Bowl in 1982 and was the Walter Payton Man of the Year in 1983. "When I was first diagnosed with ulcerative colitis," Rolf remembers, "I was convinced in my mind (wrongly) that if I submitted to surgery, I would be forced to give up football and all the other activities I loved. It was during my recovery that I realized that there were thousands of other people living with the same fears I had experienced." Benirschke has gone on to work with the CCF as well as the Great Comebacks Award Program that recognizes ostomates who have overcome challenges in their life. Information for this article taken from the following sources: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolf_Benirschke http://ibdcrohns.about.com/od/ulcerativecolitis/a/rolf.htm Photo credit: http://legacyspeakers.wordpress.com/2013/08/29/rolf-benirschke-speaks-at-dartmouth-hitchcock-medical-center/

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TAOA MEMBERSHIP FORM

Date: ___________________

Name: __________________________________________________ Spouse:_________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________

Phone: __________________________ Email: __________________________________________

Year of Surgery: ____________ Preference for Newsletter delivery: [ ] Email [ ] U.S. Mail

Type of Ostomy: [ ] Colostomy [ ] Ileostomy [ ] Urostomy (Ileal conduit)

[ ] Other _______________ [ ] Supporter of TAOA/No Ostomy

Comments: ______________________________________________________________________

ANNUAL DUES $20.00 PAY TO: TRIANGLE AREA OSTOMY ASSOCIATION (Abbreviation: TAOA)

PAYMENT ENCLOSED: $_____________ [ ] CASH [ ] CHECK [ ] MONEY ORDER [ ] I request Complimentary Membership. I cannot pay dues at this time. (Information is Confidential) MAIL COMPLETED FORM WITH PAYMENT OF DUES TO:

Ruth Rhodes, Treasurer / 8703 Cypress Club Drive / Raleigh, N.C. 27615

ATTENTION!!! HAVE YOU PAID YOUR DUES??? $20.00 FOR 2014-2015 Thank you to those of you who paid in July and August.

Remaining membership dues are due NOW! Please notify the treasurer if payment must be deferred.

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NEXT MEETING: Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at 7:15 pm, Rex Hospital PROGRAM: Stephanie Yates, MSN, ANP-BC, CWOCN. Update on Colorectal Cancer

8703 Cypress Club Drive Raleigh, NC 27615

OUR THANKS TO

FOR PROVIDING THE PRINTING OF

THIS NEWSLETTER