Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

New England Chapter

109 Highland Avenue    

Needham , MA   02494

Phone:  781 444-7778 

Toll Free: 1- 877-2ASTHMA

Email:  aafane@aafane.org

 

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Chapter Services
Calendar of Events

Controlling Asthma Triggers
Educational Materials

Facts and Figures

Food Allergies       

Child Care Providers

Health Care Providers

Frequently Asked Questions
Membership

Memorial and Tribute Donations
New England Newsletter
Support Groups

Teen Topics

High School Seniors

AAFA New England

 

2010 Scholarship

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  Growing Up With Asthma or Severe Allergies

Teen scholarship winners share their stories (click here)

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FOOD ALLERGIES:

Click here for AAFA NE's How to Manage Life-Threatening Food Allergies in Schools: A Checklist for Parents, and the guidelines developed by the Massachusetts Dept. of Education, available at  

www.doe.mass.edu/cnp/allergy.pdf

 

  

 

 

aafane@aafane.org
 Phone:781-444-7778
Toll free: 1-877-2-ASTHMA
Fax: 781-444-7718

 

Runners, Walkers, and Volunteers Needed!

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HIBO 5K   
Race/Walk
to benefit the
Asthma and Allergy Foundation
of America,
New England Chapter

Sunday, April 11, 2010 at 9:00 a.m.

starting and ending at:
Hibernian Hall, 151 Watertown St. (Rt. 16), Watertown, MA

Get a team together now! Join the fun and help kids and adults with asthma, food allergies and other allergies.  

Families welcome! 
Minimum donation: $25.00 per person
Family Maximum: $100.00
Sign up today by clicking here
When you open the form:
The HIBO 5K is the first item on the "pull down" list of donation types. 
To register multiple people, fill in one person's name on the form and put additional names in the comments box

 
 

 

MEETINGS AND PROGRAMS

FEBRUARY, 2010

All meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. and are FREE.

Click on Support Groups for more details, driving directions,

and future dates and topics.

We need your support to run these programs. 
Click here for a membership form or make a donation on-line.


Monday, Feb. 8, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Food Allergies:
"What would YOU Do?"
A discussion of how to handle "real-life" situations faced by families of children with food allergies.
Scenarios will be discussed that involve family and social situations. Practice the "right" thing to say at the 

playground, family gatherings, and more! Bring your own dilemmas and challenges for feedback and suggestions.
Metro-Northwest Asthma & Allergy Educational Support Group
Meets at:
Beth Israel & Children's Hospital Medical Care Center
 482 Bedford St. , Lexington , MA

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Summer Camps for Children
with Food Allergies and Asthma
    Regional Forum and Panel Discussion
Learn how to select a day camp or overnight camp that will meet the needs of your child with asthma or food allergies.

Panelists include representatives from the American Camping Association and Student Camp & Trip Advisors, 

and a parent with day camp and overnight camp search experience.

Informative handouts will be provided.

Bring your questions and experiences to share.
(NOTE:  This is a regionwide forum.)

There is no charge to attend, but
please let us know you are coming:
call 781-444-7778 or send an e-mail to:
aafane@aafane.org

Metro-Boston Asthma & Allergy Educational Support Group
Meets at:
Newton-Wellesley Hospital
2014 Washington St. (Route 16), Newton, MA
1/4 mile from Rt. 95/128; Exit 21/21A - Rt. 16 East toward Newton
Bowles Conference Area - Second Floor

Monday, Feb. 22, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

Parent Roundtable:
Summer Camps for Children with Food Allergies and Asthma
Support group leader Ruth Lovett Smith will report on the panelists' presentations from the Feb. 9 

regional forum on this topic (see below) and distribute copies of the handouts. Bring your questions 

and experiences with local or overnight camps or summer programs.

Nashoba Valley Asthma & Allergy Educational Support Group
Meets at:
Nashoba Valley Medical Center
 200 Groton Road , Ayer, MA

Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.
Food Allergy & Food Safety Policies at our 

Favorite Family Fun Spots: “Know Before You Go”
Members will share the results of their research into policies and practices at zoos, museums, and more!
Pioneer Valley Food Allergy Support Group
Meets at:
St. John the Baptist Pastoral Center
201 Hubbard St. , Ludlow , MA

 

If you would like to make your own donation to AAFA New England, click here to donate online,  go to our website (www.asthmaandallergies.org) to print out a donation form to send with your check,  or call to use your credit card (781-444-7778).  THANKS!

Flu Season is not over!

People with asthma are at high risk for serious complications and hospitalization.

Vaccine is now widely available for both H1N1 and “regular” seasonal flu shots. 

Contact your local health department or health provider and get protected now.

 

Click here for more information:

Flu Prevention & Asthma

Flu Prevention & Food Allergy

Help Us Receive 


Much-Needed Funds!  

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The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, New England Chapter
will automatically receive a donation from Shaw's or Star Market every time you shop at one of their stores and use your Shaw's Rewards Card.

There is no cost to you!

Sign up today! It's fast and easy.

Register for the Community Rewards program by clicking here.   
You will need to:
--  have your Shaw's Rewards Card number handy (it's on the back of your card)
--  enter this ID number to designate AAFA New England as the organization to receive  donations: 49001024272

That's all you need to do!

When you shop at any Shaw's or Star Market on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday,
the company's Community Rewards program will donate a percentage of your total to
AAFA New England.  The funds will be used to support our programs and services.

If you don't already have a Shaw's Rewards Card, they are free and easy to get at the stores or on-line at www.shaws.com. The card allows you to get the lowest prices on items you purchase.

 

 

 

 

 

If you have any comments about this web site or if you can't find the information you are looking for, please contact us at aafane@aafane.org

 
 

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