12 November 2009
MEDIA ADVISORY NOTE
Queensland’s first Camp E
Date:
Friday 13 November 2009
Time:
2.30pm
Place:
Epilepsy Queensland, 411 Vulture Street Woolloongabba
Friday afternoon 18 excited children aged 10 to 15 will be farewelled by
Little Poss (Epilepsy Queensland’s mascot) as they head off to the
Sunshine Coast to attend a weekend adventure camp. Camp E is the first
of its kind retreat for Queensland children who live with a sibling or
parent with epilepsy.
“Camp E is a new initiative that provides an opportunity for children who
live with a sibling or parent with epilepsy to spend time with other
children who are dealing with similar situations and to participate in
activities that may be restricted by the family’s complex needs and/or
financial situation” Epilepsy Queensland CEO Mrs Helen Whitehead said.
“The children will enjoy peer support, team building, leadership and
sports in a fun and relaxed environment with qualified and experienced
staff. All this would not be possible without the generous support of
The Good Guys” Mrs Whitehead said.
The Good Guys Loganholme has chosen to support Epilepsy Queensland as
part of The Good Guys Local Giving Program which is run in conjunction
with United Way Queensland. Money raised through the fundraising
initiative will be used by Epilepsy Queensland to fund Camp E.
Ms Airen Youhanna, proprietor of The Good Guys Loganholme is proud to
support such a worthwhile event that will make a difference to the lives
of these special children. The store hopes to raise $5,000 this year to
ensure Camp E can continue in the future.
“These children play significant roles in supporting and caring for their
loved ones. It is important we recognise the contribution that they
make and offer them an opportunity to just be normal kids and forget
about the struggles they can face at home – even if it’s only for a few
days” Ms Youhanna said.
For the past 40 years Epilepsy Queensland has provided counselling,
education, support, training and research services. With 10% of
Australians expected to have a seizure at some point during their lives,
Epilepsy Queensland is continually upgrading their services and programs
to help maximise the quality of life for those living with epilepsy,
their carers and families.
For more information or to organise a photo opportunity, please call
Leigh Gilbert
on 3435 5000 - 0417 645 027 or email lgilbert@epilepsyqueensland.com.au
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