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Illinois Walk-Run-N-Roll for the Transverse Myelitis Association (TMA)

McCollum Park, 6801 S. Main Street
(312) 316-5262

What: A 1- Mile Fun Walk-Run-N-Roll for the Transverse Myelitis Association (TMA).  For people of all ages to walk, run or roll via wheelchair.  Where:Sunday, October 6, 2013  10-11 a.m. Registration  Start at 11 a.m.  Followed by a Celebration in the Covered Pavilion.  Why: To raise funds and awareness for people and families affected by rare neuro-immune diseases, including ADEM, ON, NMO, TM, and recurrent TM.  These disorders occur when a person experiences an acute inflammatory attack in the spine, brain or optic nerve, causing disability and paralysis.  These diseases affect children and adults at any age.  The TMA supports academic clinical centers focused on rare neuroimmune disorders, clinical research symposia, education and quality of life camps for children and young adutls.  How to Volunteer: Contact Nancy Dove, Illinois Walk Coordinator at 312-316-5262  or [email protected].  How TO DONATE, FORM A TEAM OR REGISTER FOR THE WALK: www.crowdrise.com/Illinois-Walk-Run-N-Roll/  The TMA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit org.  McCollum Park is near I-355, I-55, I-294 and I-88.  We have reserved the large Picnic Pavilion adjacent to a 1.2 Mile Paved Path and a Playground with ADA-and -CPSC Compliant Play equipment.  Everyone is invited to register, donate and spread the word.  Teams are now forming.  Come join the fun and support the Transverse Myelitis Association.