Fall 2015 Newsletter
University of Illinois College of Medicine of Peoria
Vol 19, Issue 2
Pediatric Resource
Center
In affiliation with The Children’s Hospital of Illinois
at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, a supporting
member of the National Children’s Alliance.
...meeting the needs of abused and neglected children.
Your Donations Matter
In a few short months, the Community Board of Directors and
the staff of the Pediatric Resource Center will host Harvesting
Hope, an exciting event benefiting the services of the Pediatric
Resource Center. I am excited to share how the Pediatric Resource
Center will utilize the donations for this event. We will continue
to deliver outstanding medical care and social services to abused
and neglected children throughout the region. You may be saying
to yourself, “Haven’t you been doing this for over 22 years?” In
fact, we have! We have been quietly, behind the scenes, supporting
injured children and their families through some
In the last 5 years, the
of the most difficult times of their lives. In fact,
in the last 5 years, the number of children PRC
number of children PRC has
has evaluated for possible abuse and neglect has
evaluated for possible abuse
increased 46%.
and neglect has increased 46%.
Many times, we are asked to examine children
whose lives have been devastated by the abusive
actions of a loved one or trusted caregiver. Often we are sharing
our concerns with the family within the first few hours of a child
abuse investigation. Many are shocked to hear our concerns. Still
others are in denial, because how could something as terrible as
child abuse happen in their loving home to their child. Sadly, it
does happen. It happens to children like Brian (not his real name),
whose parents brought him to the Pediatric Resource Center as a
mere 4-month-old child. Brian had bruising on his face and blood
coming out of his ear. Brian’s parents were in disbelief when Dr.
Kay Saving expressed her concerns about the nature of Brian’s
injuries. When Dr. Saving asked if Brian had other bruises in his
short life, Brian’s parents shared that he did indeed have bruising
in the past. The Department of Children and Family Services and
local law enforcement conducted an investigation and Brian never
was cared for by his babysitter again. To me, this is an amazing
success story! Brian is now a thriving 17-year-old doing 17-year-old
Medical Director
Channing Petrak, MD
Executive Director
Stephanie Johnson
Case Coordinators
Kristin Lenover, LCSW
Amanda Thomison
Physicians
Kay L. Saving, MD
Nurse Practitioner
Molly Hofmann, APN
Support Staff
Amanda Erwin
Ina Ferguson
Carole Siefken
Officers of the
Community Board
Kathy Miller, President
Janã Stevens,Vice-President
Denise Biagini, Secretary
Erica Bland, Treasurer
Ex-Officio Members
Dave Haney
Stephanie Johnson
Channing Petrak, MD
Kay L. Saving, MD
things. Brian’s family celebrates April as Child Abuse Prevention
Month by wearing blue ribbons all month. They think fondly of
the PRC and its services to abused and neglected children. They
understand that without PRC services, Brian may not be here
today. Many children are not as fortunate as Brian. We often see
children when they are admitted to the Pediatric Intensive Care
Unit with abusive head trauma or other devastating injuries. When
we review their past medical records, we see a shocking number of
missed instances of child abuse. Dr. Petrak has written an article
about sentinel injury and what the Pediatric Resource Center is
doing to help educate other medical providers identify early child
abuse injury. These trainings are supported by your donations and
are vital to the prevention of serious physical abuse and death. We
could not continue to do this life-saving service for children, like
Brian, without your support.
Board Members
Terry Baecker
Jennifer Bonesteel
Paul Cicchini
Christina Cullom
Dave Hands
Lindi Jones
Trixie Jones
Karen Kepple
Shannon Killion
Lauren McBain
Becky Rossman
Dawn Stage
Mike Unes
Dominic Vallosio
Kristin Williams
Stephanie Johnson - PRC Executive Director
Editor
Amanda Erwin
Contributing Writers
Amanda Erwin
Stephanie Johnson
Kathy Miller
Channing Petrak
Photography
Amanda Erwin
Shannon Killion
Kristin Lenover
Newsletter Layout
Susan Galloway
IN THIS ISSUE
Why Sentinel
Injuries Matter............... 2
PRC Training..................... 3
Ray E. Helfer Society....... 3
PRC Events........................ 4
Harvesting Hope.............. 5
Donor Appreciation.....6-7
President Message.......... 8
Access the Pediatric Resource Center online: www.pediatricresourcecenter.org
When Is A Bruise Not Just A Bruise?
Why Sentinel Injuries Matter
by Dr. Channing Petrak, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Once children start moving, they tend to run into things abuse and rare in infants who were not abused. There is
and fall. Learning to walk involves ups and definitely downs. likely a pattern of repeated and escalating violence toward
Infants will get bruises on their shins, foreheads and chins the infant that leads up to the serious physical abuse rather
as they start walking. Bruises are actually vessel injuries than a one-time injury. In another study in the Journal of
and occur below the skin, so while bruises may appear to Pediatrics in 2014, 50% of infants with one isolated bruise
be a superficial skin injury, they are not.Young children who were found to have at least one additional serious injury
are running, jumping, climbing and just being kids will have when further evaluated.
bruises over bony areas. However, bruises over the torso Physical abuse cases evaluated by the PRC are consistent
(chest, abdomen, buttocks), ears
with what is known from the
Bruises anywhere on a young
and neck are very concerning
sentinel injury study and child abuse
for abusive injury because those
infant, who isn’t mobile, are
programs across the nation. Infants
areas of the body do not bruise
who have incidents of serious
concerning for abusive injury
easily and are protected. Babies
physical abuse, such as abusive head
are a different story. Babies don’t
trauma, abdominal trauma or fatal
walk, run or jump, in fact they don’t move on their own trauma, frequently had prior sentinel injuries that were not
with any sort of speed. Bruises anywhere on a young infant, fully evaluated for abuse. An example was the 6-monthwho isn’t mobile, are concerning for abusive injury or other old boy who was seen at 3 months of age with bruises on
seriour medical conditions.
his legs that could not be explained. A partial evaluation
Unfortunately, babies can have bruises or even mouth
injuries from abuse. These injuries are termed sentinel
injuries, because they often precede more serious injuries
to the infant including serious or fatal head injury. Sentinel
injuries are often misunderstood, overlooked or ignored
by caregivers, relatives or even medical providers. A study
published in Pediatrics in March 2013 found that previous
sentinel injuries are common in infants with severe physical
Bruising Rules - TEN 4
Be aware of bruises on the
Torso Ears Neck
4 years & under
Or any bruising on an infant
4 months or younger
These bruises are significant indicators of abuse.
Bruising on Babies is NOT normal!
See Something. Say Something
for bruising was performed and the baby was discharged
home. At 6 months of age the baby reportedly fell off the
couch and hit his face, resulting in a mouth injury and facial
contusion. The baby was seen in an Emergency Department
by a medical provider and sent home. The next day the baby
was unresponsive with bruising on his face, arms, and legs.
The baby had severe brain injury, retinal bleeding, abdominal
bleeding, and 7 healing fractures. Sentinel injuries preceded
repeated and escalating violence toward this 6-month-old
boy, resulting in his death.
Being able to recognize which bruises are common from
childhood play and which bruises are concerning for
abusive injury is very important and could prevent serious
injury or fatal injury for young children and infants. The
PRC provides ongoing educational outreach to medical
providers and child protection professionals to improve
the care that abused and neglected children receive.
Spreading the message about sentinel injuries and abusive
bruises to other professionals that care for children, as well
as parents and relatives, could have a substantial impact
in the prevention of serious physical abuse of children.
Sheets LK et al. Pediatrics 2013; 131:701-708; Harper NS et al. J Pediatrics 2014: 165:383-388;
Pierce MC, et al Pediatics 2010; 125(1): 67-74
The PRC works hard to protect the privacy of the children that we
help. As such, names and images are changed where necessary.
Thank you for your understanding.
PRC Training Medical Staff
Throughout State
Above: Fully evaluating children for sentinel injuries
can protect them from future escalating abuse.
For more information about
sentinel injury or to schedule
a training, contact Stephanie
at 309-624-9595
In an effort to increase awareness of sentinel injuries
and abusive bruising for medical professionals, and
to improve understanding of the importance for
evaluation of these injuries, this spring the PRC
partnered with Children’s Hospital of Illinois to
provide 6 separate child abuse symposia related to
the recognition of physical abuse and sexual abuse.
Attendees included pediatricians, family practice
providers and emergency department staff from
communities near Peoria,Bloomington,Galesburg,LaSalle
and Springfield.
The lectures covered topics including common presentations of physical and
sexual abuse, medical mimics of abuse, mechanism for reporting suspected
child abuse and when and how to refer to a child abuse specialty clinic.
We hope that by improving recognition and understanding of sentinel injuries
and abusive bruising by medical professionals, we can reduce the number of
serious and sometimes fatal abusive injuries to infants and children.
Radio Ad Hopes to Prevent Abusive Head Trauma
On Tuesday, April 14, 2015, at 7:30 a.m., morning commuters
heard the startling cries of a baby over their radio station.
Listeners may have switched to another channel in an effort
to get away from the baby’s cries, only to hear the cries on
other radio stations throughout the Peoria Area. WEEK-TV
news anchor Gary Moore’s voice interrupts the child’s cries
as he says, “No matter how hard the baby cries; no matter
how tired you are; no matter how upset you become, never
shake or harm a baby.”
This innovative prevention effort was created by members of
the 2015 Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce Community
Leadership School in conjunction with PRC staff. Because
one of every four babies who are violently shaken or
impacted in this manner dies as a result of their injuries, and
survivors often have some sort of neurological long-term
injury, the stakes are high for prevention efforts. Abusive
head trauma public announcements like this one have been
used in others areas, resulting in an increased understanding
of the dangers of shaking or harming infants and young
children. Those areas also noted a decrease in abusive
head trauma cases following the radio roadblock. We
hope to experience a similar reduction in the Peoria Area.
It is only with the support from donors like you, that the
Pediatric Resource Center is able to provide innovative
programs and services for children who have experienced
abusive head trauma.
Babies Cry.
Have a Plan.
http://go/uic.edu/CryingPlan
Dr. Channing Petrak accepted into
the Ray E Helfer Society
Dr. Petrak has been accepted into the Ray E. Helfer Society, an honorary society
of physicians who seek to provide leadership to enhance the prevention, diagnosis
and treatment of child abuse and neglect. In order to be accepted as a member, Dr.
Petrak had to demonstrate continued career commitment to child abuse medicine and
significant leadership in the child abuse field. Congratulations to Dr. Petrak!
Kindred Spirits for PRC
The 2nd Annual Kindred Spirits to benefit the PRC
was held August 7th at J.K. Williams Distilling. This
intimate gathering brought together the craft whiskeys
of J.K. Williams with food pairings from multiple local
businesses including Blue Duck Barbeque Tavern, Country
Club of Peoria, and Le Bakery. This event allowed those
attending to talk one-on-one with PRC staff about our
program and the growing need for PRC evaluation
services for abused and neglected children. J.K Williams
offered tours and a signature cocktail in a souvenir glass
to each attendee. Steve Meister played during the event,
offering fun entertainment while guests enjoyed the
evening. Over $1,600 was raised to help PRC continue
to provide outstanding child-centered care to abused and
neglected children. Thank you to PRC Community Board
member Kristin Williams and the staff at J.K. Williams
for creating and hosting this dynamic event for the PRC.
Strike Out Abuse 2105
Our annual Illinois PRC night at the Peoria Chiefs
was held on one of the hottest evenings this summer, but
that didn’t stop fans and supporters from coming out to
Dozer Park to raise awareness
about child abuse and neglect
in central Illinois. Great Clips
again sponsored Strike Out
Child Abuse, donating $50 to
PRC for each strikeout by the
Chiefs. Great Clips also held
a cut-a-thon, where volunteer staff offered haircuts
for donations to PRC. PRC
was
again the beneficiary of
Stephanie Johnson,
Lynette Garrett, Homer,
the Chiefs’ Pitch in for CharDr. Channing Petrak and Gillian Smith at PRC night
ity tennis ball toss and a jersey
auction. PRC and the Chiefs honored Cycling for Kids as
the Chiefs’ Champion for Children for their efforts to raise
money through organized bicycle rides to benefit organizations working with abused and neglected children. In
addition to increased community awareness of child abuse,
over $5,000 was raised
for PRC services to
abused and neglected
children. Thank you to
Great Clips, the Peoria Chiefs and to the
community for their
continued support!
AJ Albritton throwing a first pitch
3rd Annual
Kick Abuse 5K A Success!
The 3rd annual Kick Abuse
at Kickapoo 5K Trail Run and
Fun Walk took place April
18th with over 220 runners
and walkers. Participants
ran and walked on a newlydesigned one-loop course
which took them through
the blooming fields and vineAiden Graham, Mike Graham, and Brian Card yards of the Kickapoo Creek
Winery. This year, the course was lined with blue child
abuse prevention pinwheels that were purchased with
funds from the Children’s Hospital of Illinois grant. The
PRC was proud to announce that Kick Abuse is included in
the 2015 IVS Grand Prix Series. Overall winners were Danica
Wrobel (age 10) and
A.J. Wrobel (age 12).
Timing was donated again this year
by Jerry and Elaine
Riebling of River
City Race Management.
Volunteers
from Busey Bank,
Impact Peoria, Kappa Delta, Morton
Community
High
National Honor Society, Natural Con- Above Top: Group shot of our many winners
cepts Salon & Day Spa, Above: Busey Bank Volunteers
OSF Street Team, Peoria Chamber of Commerce Leadership School and many community members helped with
this year’s event. Participants received a bag filled with
donations from our many sponsors. Again this year,
Kickapoo Creek Winery donated free wine tastings for
each participant and hosted a breafast. The event raised over
$15,000 for PRC services. These funds will be used to help
the PRC bridge
the gap in funding for child
physical abuse
evaluations and
support services to the over
450
children
we will see
this year.
You are cordially invited to the 21st Annual Fundraiser to benefit the
Pediatric Resource Center
Hope
HARVESTING
Save the date for our 21st annual fundraising event
in support of the Pediatric Resource Center and
the valuable services it provides for abused and
neglected children.
Guests in your party
September 26, 2015
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6:00 pm
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Reserved seating for purchased tables of 8 only
Reserved seating for purchased tables of 8 only
Questions?
Contact us at 309.624.9595
Questions? Contact us at 309.624.9595
Jump Trading Simulation and Education Center
At OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Peoria Illinois
The PRC is proud to announce Dr. and Mrs. Michael Cruz as honorary chairs
Cocktails • Heavy Hors D’oeuvres
Silent Auction • Live Auction
Live Entertainment - Attire: Denim & Diamonds
Clip and Send
Presenting Sponsor - OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
We hope you’ll join us!
Please respond by September 10th, 2015
Checks should be made out to UIF/
Pediatric Resource Center. Acceptable
credit cards include Visa, Mastercard,
Discover and American Express. Cost is
$75 per person or Reserved Seating for
$600 per table of 8. Per IRS guidelines,
$25.00 per ticket is tax deductible.
NAME
PhoneEmail
No. in Party Attending
Type of Payment Check Credit Card (Type_________)
Questions? Contact the PRC
at 309.624.9595
Card No.
 Though I am unable to attend this
Signature
3-dig. Code
Exp. Date
year, I am enclosing a contribution to
HARVESTING HOPE.
THANK YOU - Pediatric Resource Center Donors
Thank You to our Corporate Donors
Guardian ($2,500 - $4,999)
CEFCU John Graham & Associates, Inc.
The Gerald W. Hodel Foundation/
Ms. Betty Hodel
Protector ($1,000-$2,499)
Bob Lindsay Honda
Caterpillar
Gordon Flesch Company, Inc.
Great Clips/The Hands Group, Inc.
McGladrey
Peoria Medical Society
RLI
Rogy’s Child Care Center, Inc.
Salem Lutheran Church Endowment Fund
St. Francis Medical Center
Advocate ( $500-$999)
Benckendorf & Benckendorf, P.C.
Commerce Bank/Commerce Bancshares
Federal Warehouse Company
Franciscan Sisters Missionary Fund
Heart of Illinois United Way
J.K. Williams Distilling
Jim Maloof Realtor Supporter (< $500)
AAUW-Pekin Branch
Ackerman Farms
Bard Optical
Citizens for Leitch
Cycling for Kids, Inc. Inspire Counseling and Wellness, Ltd.
J.A.K. Enterprises D/B/A Bard Optical
Kevin Kelly Jewelers
Moser’s Shoes, Inc.
Ralph’s Floor Fashions, Inc.
RLI Match
Scott Leman Autos, LLC
Springfield Electric Supply Co.
U of I College of Medicine-CSEC
Thank You to our Individual Donors
HERO ($2,500 and Above)
Anonymous Donor
Dr. Kay Saving
Guardian ($1,000 - $2,499)
Terry Baecker
Glen & Polly Barton
Umesh Chatrath, M.D.
Dr. & Mrs. Paul Fishkin
Dr. Greg & Tara Gerstner
Mr. Julius & Dr. Churphena Reid Lockhart
Michael & Margaret Maloof
Greg Miller
Anamarie Neumiller
Roger & Vicki Nurnberger
Protector ($500 - $999)
Christian & Rhonda Bessert
Dr. Cindy & Bill Fischer
Jennifer Ito
John Kepple
Doug & Carol Marshall
F. Lynn & Susan McPheeters
Susan Miller
James & Kathrine Owens
Dr. Rick & Lauretta Pearl
Dr. Brent Reifsteck & Mr. Kevin Burnside
Pat & Robert Schaub
Dr. Chris & Sarah Zallek
Advocate ($250 - $499)
Dr. William & Pamela Albers
Dr. Kathy Arkwell
Wayne Baum
Denise Biagini
Theresa C. & William P. Heidrich
Rich & Barb Johnson
Linda Kepple
Gregory & Kathy Miller
Dr. Donald & Laura Rager
Bradley Sauder
J.A. & T. L. (Jeff & Tressa) Schumacher
Dr. Steve & Mrs. Lisa Ullenius
Dr. Blas & Reina Zelaya Supporter ($100 - $249)
Arthur & Carol Anliker
Dr. Eric & Ellen Bugaieski
Dr. Scott & Kim Carlson
Dr. Pedro deAlarcon
John P. Gardner, Sr.
Drew Gay
Daniel & Marjorie Getz
Honorable Judge John & Susan Gorman
Keith & Jean Graff
Barry & Elizabeth Gray
Dr. R.M. Gulley
Gerald Hall
Dr. James & Amy Hertenstein
Dr. J. Thomas Hjelle & Dr. Marcia Miller-Hjelle
Dr. Jim & Suzie Hocker
Deborah & Rolin Hofmann
Dr. Richard & Jane Lee
State Rep. David Leitch
Andrew & Amanda Leman
Dr. Rodney & Karin Lorenz
Michael Mayers & Anne Hinz
Kip & Valerie McCoy
Dr. Michael & Michelle Merkley
Charles & Janice Miller
Dr. & Mrs. Rick F. Miller
Patrick Oberle
Dr. Christy & Jon Oliphant
Dr. & Mrs. James Olsson - The Jim
and Debbie Olsson Giving Fund
William & Jane O’Malley
Dr. Channing Petrak
Dr. Ronald & Camilla Rabjohns
Drs. Tony & Sue Sauder
Bonnie & Larry Schaer
Steve & Patti Shaw
John & Lore Siefken
Willam Trent
Sandra Ullman
Derek & Wendy Van Ittersum
Gregory & Melissa Weyeneth
Jonathan & Kristin Williams
Friend (Up to $99)
Dr. Jeremiah & Mrs. Stephanie Anders
Anonymous Donor
Anonymous Donor
Anonymous Donor
Anonymous Donor
Harold & Mary Berjohn
Benjamin Bladel
Erica Bland
Betty Boehm
Kathleen Brashear
Deborah Brewer
Drs. Donald & Christine Buehler
Dr. Stanley & Maryann Bugaieski
Margaret Burnette
G. Todd & Cindy Collins
Dr. David & Sharon Danner
Walter & Beth Deehring
Janice Deissler
Walter & Joyce Ely
Ina Ferguson
Lillian Germain
Craig & Cheryl Griebel
Henry & Barbara Hein
Michael & Leslie Henry
Homfray Family
Colleen Jerdee
Jeff Johnson
Daniel & Jacqueline Kelly
Mary Kelly
Michael & Anne Kelly
Charles & Dorothy Leber
Jerry & Lynne Lisenby
Stan & Mary Lynall
Richard & Fiona McDaniel
Gail E. Melcher
Betty Miller
Janet & Ralph Noe
Bryan O’Neal
Diane Pflederer
Matthew & Elizabeth Salmon
Carole Siefken
Mike Thomison
John & Lory Weekes
Suzanna Weiss
Michael & Jodie Wise
Ursula & James Wistehuff
James & Sharon Zogby
In Honor of . . . .
Denise & Bernie Biagini’s wedding; donation
by Dale & Janice Schleder
In Honor of Dr. Channing Petrak;
donation by Maryann Maas
In honor of Dr. Kay Saving;
by Cindy Meyer
In celebration of Dr. Kay Saving’s birthday,
by Dr. Donald & Cynthia Meyer
In Memory of . . . .
Ryne Hofmann
by Mike Whalen
Ryne Hofmann
by Mrs. June Whalen
Ryne Hofmann
by Ann & Erik Niehaus
Ryne Hofmann
by Rita & Dave Hermacinski
Ryne Hofmann
by Steve & Bonnie Whalen
Ryne Hofmann
by Susan & Rick Woith
Ryne Hofmann
kindness of Wright &
Salmon Mortuary by Kevin and
Maureen Kelly
Robert Smith
by University Pediatrics
Robert Smith
by Dennis & Cheryl Perry
Joyce Thomison
by Carla Johnson
Go Casual for Kids
Commerce Bank employees
Goodfield State Bank employees
Heartland Clinic employees
McGladrey employees
Pekin Insurance employees
RLI employees
Vonachen Services, Inc. employees
In-Kind Gifts
Kim Alexander
Katy Best
Biehl’s Cleaners
Blue Duck Barbeque Tavern
Briana Baker
Brie Barkley
Erica Bland
Busey Bank
Lauren Book
Lori Clark
Mike Cline
Country Club of Peoria
Sharon DeRoule Quinn
Impact Peoria
JK Williams
Jamir Jackson
Stephanie Johnson
Brett Jones
Tyler Jones
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Gifts are from August 1st, 2014 through July 31st, 2015
In-Kind Gifts continued
Meghan Kamin
Kappa Delta Sorority at Bradley University
Shannon Killion
Le Bakery
Lauren McBain
Morton Community High National
Honor Society
Natural Concepts Salon & Day Spa
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center Volunteers
OSF Street Team
Peoria Chamber of Commerce
Leadership School
Jill Prechel
Schweigert family
Carmen Smith
Danny Smith
Emmerson Smith
Robert Smith
Rachel Sorenson
Sharon Watson
Webb Family
Give to the
Pediatric
Resource Center
through our
Amazon Wishlist
http://go.uic.edu/PRCWishlist
Blue Ribbon Society
The Blue Ribbon Society was established as a component of The
Foundation for the Endowed Medicine Campaign of the University
of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria. Gifts to the Blue Ribbon
Society are restricted to the PRC Endowment Fund and directly
benefit the Pediatric Resource Center’s program for abused
and neglected children.
Blue Ribbon Society
Founding Members
Blue Ribbon Society
Members
Polly & Glen Barton
Cindy & Bill Fischer
Pat & LeRoy Hagenbuch
Theresa & Bill Heidrich
Barbara & Joe Henderson
Lois & Ed Holscher
Lincoln Office Supply
Kay L. Saving, M.D.
Linda K. Simkins
CEFCU
Mrs. Ellen Foster
Dr. & Mrs. Michael Gootee
Green Chevrolet Hummer
Richard Horndasch, M.D.
Mrs. Patricia Jansen
Mrs. Marjorie Lauterbach
Cynthia McKone
Janet K. O’Neill
Katie & Jim Owens
Dr. & Mrs. Richard Pearl
Peoria Metro New
Car Dealers Association
Rebecca L. Vasterling
Did you know that monthly giving is an incredibly
efficient way to support the Pediatric Resource Center?
The PRC Partners for Kids are a group of dedicated
friends like you who make monthly gifts that provide
a consistent, reliable income stream, allowing us to
focus more resources on our lifesaving programs, and
less on raising the necessary funds. Members like it
because it’s easy to budget and it feels great to be
making a difference for children every month of the
year. To set up your monthly donation, go to http://
go.uic.edu/PRCGiving or contact Stephanie Johnson at
309-624-9595 for more details.
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Save The Date in 2016
April 16th - Kick Abuse at Kickapoo 5K Trail Run & Fun Walk
For more information, email [email protected]
530 N.E. Glen Oak Avenue
Peoria, IL 61637
Return Service Requested
Hope
HARVESTING
Please join us September 26 for
an enjoyable evening with live music,
silent and live auctions, delicious
food and, most importantly,
a purpose.
Details Inside!
From the Community Board
I have always loved summer – as
a child summer meant no school,
swimming and vacations; as a
mother, summer still meant no
school, swimming and vacations;
and now, as an empty nester, I
still look forward to summer.
Unfortunately, there are many
children in our community that
would like to fast forward through summer. When school
is out, summer for them likely means no respite from their
lives full of anxiety and fear of abuse. These are the children
that the PRC staff and board are working so hard for. These
are the children that our volunteers and supporters give so
freely of their time and treasure to help.
come together to raise funds for the precious children that
we serve.
You may be wondering why the Pediatric Resource Center’s
“Fall” newsletter has arrived when it is still summer! We
are not trying to fast forward through your summer, but
we most definitely wanted to make sure that you are aware
that our annual fall fundraising event, Harvesting Hope, is
just around the corner! Harvesting Hope will be held on
Saturday, September 26th, at the Jump Trading Simulation
& Education Center and will be a night full of excitement,
fabulous food, live music and, most importantly, a night to
The PRC’s dedicated staff continues to work tirelessly
providing medical examinations for record numbers of
children. Please help us by sharing the important and
compassionate work that the PRC is doing each and every
day. Thank you in advance for continuing to support the
PRC to help all affected children in our communities.
This year’s event comes with many exciting additions
including a fun twist to our suggested dress for the evening:
Denim & Diamonds. There will be trips, experience events
and beautiful items available for bid at our silent and live
auctions, and you won’t want to miss the S’mores bar! I
shouldn’t say any more to maintain the element of surprise!
Together with our Honorary Chairs for the event, Dr.
Michael and Mrs. Donna Cruz, I would like to invite you to
join us on September 26th and experience Harvesting Hope
for yourself. Please invite your friends, family and business
associates and reserve a table for the evening! To purchase
tickets or tables, please contact the PRC at 624-9595 – it is
YOU who will make the evening a success!
Kathy Miller, President
Pediatric Resource Center Community Board