From the Executive Director
Dear Friends,
This is Little Red Door’s 60th year of service. The years we have spent touching the lives of others have produced an incalculable number of Little Red Door “stories.” In early August, I was the guest speaker at a luncheon where two people sought me out to tell me how Little Red Door had helped their respective grandmothers. A golfer told me how our camp had helped his son. The deli clerk at my supermarket saw my Little Red Door cap, and told me how our organization assisted his cousin. A dear lady in Florida was once a client, and is now able to help us help others.
Without fail, each time I speak to groups, someone has a story about someone they love who turned to us for help. Generation after generation, Little Red Door has been the constant source of hope for lives shaken by one word: cancer. The hope comes from the direct services we give, the screenings we provide, the education we promote, and the doors we open; One person after another, time and time again. Our ability to do this is because of you and your generous support. Those grandmothers, the cousin, the son, and the Floridian are most grateful. Chances are you helped us help one of them in a very dark moment. Thanks for helping us make the most of life and the least of cancer. We cannot do that without you!
John Aleshire
Executive Director
Little Red Door Cancer Agency
Dear Little Red Door,"I start my first treatment tomorrow, and I’m excited and nervous! I am truly blessed to be surrounded by people who love and support me. I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your care and concern for me and my well being!"
Tailgate for LifeJoin us at Carmel High School's Homecoming for "Tailgate for Life," a fun event of food, live music, homecoming festivities, and support for Little Red Door Cancer Agency! Students from Carmel High School are putting on this free event, with support from Kroger, Nations Rent, and Allstate Insurance. Donations to Little Red Door will be accepted and encouraged.
The tailgate party will be on September 16, 2005, from 3:30 - 7:30 p.m. Please come for fun, food, and support this noble cause. To the students of Carmel High School, we give our sincerest thanks!
Where it's going to be:
West Stadium Parking Lot at the Carmel High School Football Stadium. The Football Stadium is north of the high school, on the northwest corner of the intersection of 431 "Keystone" and Smokey Row Road. Click here for a map to Carmel High School.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Jewelry Benefits Little Red DoorBrighton has created a bracelet/watch for Breast Cancer Awareness, and it will go on sale October 1st. The 2005 bracelet/watch dangles charms etched with encouraging messages: "laugh", "choose happiness", "you are a miracle”, and “love & respect.”
One charm is emblazoned with the pink ribbon symbolizing breast cancer awareness. One charm contains a watch.Five dollars from all sales (nationally) will go to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. But, if you purchase the bracelet at the Parisian at 8702 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, then five dollars will also go to Little Red Door Cancer Agency! So remember: Oct 1st, Keystone Parisian.
Rock the Roof withThe Manhattan Transfer
Little Red Door and Mexican Consul Sergio Aguilera and Lori Efroymson-Aguilera are proud to present “An Evening With The Manhattan Transfer,” Wednesday, October 19th at the Indiana Roof Ballroom.
Dinner will be at 6:15 p.m. followed by the presentation of the Lawrence H. Einhorn, M.D. award at 7:30 p.m. This year’s recipient is Bruce Hetrick. Then, Grammy Award winning The Manhattan Transfer takes to the stage at 8:00 p.m. for a fast-paced, foot tapping, hand-clapping performance.
A special invitation-only VIP reception with the performers, sponsored by Regions Bank, will follow at 9:30 p.m. For table and/or ticket reservations, contact John Aleshire, jaleshire@littlereddoor.org or 317.925.5595 ext 310.
The proceeds from this event will benefit Little Red Door’s Mammography Assistance Program.
Breast Cancer 2005: Where are we?Come, talk with the experts at "Breast Cancer 2005: Where are we?" an interactive forum where physicians and the public can converse on topics regarding prevention and new treatments for breast cancer. This is the third in a series of FREE quarterly forums, hosted by Little Red Door.
When: Tuesday, Sept. 27, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Little Red Door Cancer Agency, 1801 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis.
Speaker: The guest speaker is Dr. Robert Goulet Jr., M.D., who will speak on breast cancer, its various risks, and new treatments.
Light refreshments will be served, and there is no charge to attend. RSVP to Tisha Reid 317.925.5595 ext. 341 or e-mail: treid@littlereddoor.org [more info]
Illumination - Lighting the Way to Breast Cancer Awareness
You are invited to join us as we kick-off National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by Illuminating the Indianapolis Artsgarden in pink! This event is FREE, and open to the public. Pink attire suggested!
What: Illumination - Lighting the Way
Where: Indianapolis Artsgarden
When: October 3, 2005, 5:45 - 7:30 p.m.
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Please RSVP to Tisha Reid at 317.925.5595 or treid@littlereddoor.org
Presented by The Macy's Fund of the Federated Department Stores Foundation, Little Red Door Cancer Agency, and Circle Centre. Organized by members of the Indiana Breast Cancer Alliance.
Ovarian and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness MonthEvery year, 82,000 women are diagnosed with a Gynecologic Cancer – a cancer of the reproductive organs. It’s a tragic irony that what is a source of life, can become a starting point of a deadly disease for women. The cancer can invade the uterus, cervix, ovaries, fallopian tubes, vagina or vulva.
Let’s take a moment to focus on Ovarian Cancer.
Ovarian Cancer is the most serious of all Gynecologic cancers, with an estimated 22,200 new cases and 16,200 deaths in 2005. One serious issue with Ovarian Cancer is that its symptoms can be very vague, or non-existent early on. Typically, symptoms aren’t seen until late in the development of the disease. However, if ovarian cancer is caught in the early stages, survival chances are 80-90%.
A pap smear does not screen for ovarian cancer. Many women assume that their annual pap test screens for ovarian cancer. The pap smear is designed to reveal signs of cervical cancer. Ask your doctor for a complete pelvic exam during your next annual exam to be sure the ovaries are monitored.
- Pressure or fullness in the pelvis
- Abdominal bloating / swelling
- Constant and progressive changes in bowel or bladder patterns
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding
- A feeling of fullness
- Unusual fatigue
Risk Factors:
- The risk of ovarian cancer increases with age, especially around menopause
- Family history of ovarian, breast, or colon cancer
- Personal history of breast, endometrial, or colon cancer
- Infertility and/or not bearing children
- Multiple exposures to fertility drugs
- Ashkenazi Jewish heritage
- Genital contact with talc or asbestos that may be in douches or condoms
Ovar'coming Together
Gynecologic Cancer – What Every Woman Should Know
Upcoming Golf TournamentFor those who love to golf, September 24th provides opportunity to support Little Red Door through outdoor recreation.
What: Joe Pulkinnen Golf Tournament
When: Saturday, September 24, 2005, 8:00 a.m.
Where: Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, Jamestown, IN
Why: Support Little Red Door's efforts to make the most of life and the least of cancer in Central Indiana.
This tournament is sponsored by the Indianapolis Engine Plant and Indiana Casting Corportation. Contact Anthony Thompson, at 317.966.4703 to participate. Proceeds benefit Little Red Door.
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Little Red Door Cancer Agency
1801 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: 317.925.5595
~Celebrating 60 Years as a Door of Hope~