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ORGANIZATION: Turner Syndrome Foundation
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Turner Syndrome Foundation is looking for some great volunteers who would like to contribute to the success of TEAM TSF at the New Jersey Marathon. Pick a day and time that works for you!
Shift Selection
- Friday, April 27th (@ Monmouth Park) Friday Packet Pick-Up (5:30pm-9:30pm)
- Saturday, April 28th ( @ Monmouth Park) Packet Pickup (1:30pm-6:30pm)
- SUNDAY, April 29th ( @ Monmouth Park) Race Day Packet Pickup (5:00am-2pm) Information Booth (5am-8am) Transportation Area (5:30am-9:30am)
- SUNDAY, April 29th ( @ Ocean Promenade) Athlete Food- Shift 1 (6:00am-11am) Medals, Water, Gatorade- Shift 1 (6:00am-11:00am)
- Volunteer certificate available upon request
Athlete Food:
- Shift 1: Volunteers will assist with setup of Athlete Food area and distribute food to Finishers
Finish Line: Volunteers will distribute medals, food, and water to finishers
Packet Pick-Up: Volunteers will assist with the assignment of athlete race bibs, corral assignments, and paid parking spots
Start Line: Volunteers will set up the Aid Station prior to the start of the race, distribute water and Gatorade to the athletes, clean up used cups and discarded
Transportation Area: Volunteers will direct athletes to the relay shuttles and direct spectators to the Finish Line shuttles
A fun event you'd not want to miss! Participants will receive a NJM Volunteer T-Shirt. Come alone or with a group.Contact Monica at volunteer@tsfusa.org or call (732)847-3385.
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About Turner Syndrome Foundation
Location:
1 Bethany Road, Building 1, Suite 5, Hazlet, NJ 07730, US
Mission Statement
Turner Syndrome affects 1 in 2,000 females. We can help! The goal of the Turner Syndrome Foundation is to support research initiatives and develop educational programs that will increase professional awareness and enhance medical care of those affected by Turner Syndrome. Early diagnosis and comprehensive treatments over the lifespan will lead to a brighter and healthier future for all young girls and women with Turner Syndrome.
Description
Turner syndrome is a random mutation of chromosomes that occurs spontaneously at the time of conception and affects females. There is an absence of all or part of the second X chromosomes in some or all of the cells in the body. As an advocacy organization, our vision is to increase awareness, education and research for this complex disorder. Statistics show that Turner Syndrome takes the lives of 97% or more female fetuses. Our goal is to provide the 1-3% of survivors, who account to 1 in 2,000 females) with a chance at living a full and productive life while gaining additional knowledge and therapies for improvements. If a child does not exhibit classic TS characteristics, but is short and falling below the curve on the growth chart, has delayed pubertal development, presents verbally gifted, or expresses academic or social challenges, she may have TS. Diagnosis is confirmed with a Karyotype blood test. An endocrinologist will monitor the patient, screen for other conditions and provide specialized medical care, and treatments. Early interventions can promote a positive self-esteem and improved prognosis.
1-3% of Turner Syndrome babies will survive birth
10-20% of all miscarriages are babies lost to Turner Syndrome
For every 2,000 females, one will be affected by Turner Syndrome
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Monmouth ParkOceanport, NJ 07757
DATE POSTED
April 25, 2018
SKILLS
- Outdoor Recreation
- Fundraising
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Volunteers: Minimum of 4 hours shift