By Julie Hutchison | President, Co-Founder and Chelsea's Mother
Chelsea's Wish is gearing up for the 2016 Epilepsy Awareness Day and Expo that takes place at Disneyland Resort (EADDL) on November 2-3. Soon we will be announcing the plan for rewarding families with all-expense paid vacations to be able to benefit from the wealth of information that is available to them through the Expo and to share in community when 1000's gather to raise awareness. To date, we have had the privilege of sending 20 families from across the United States. In addition, we were able to award 6 local California families with admission to the Park last November.
Epilepsy is a very lonely and misunderstood journey. Community and support makes all of the difference in the lives of families who have loved ones suffering from epilepsy.
"What an amazing experience EADDL and the expo were. This was not just a family trip to Disneyland, this was a family trip that made us feel AMAZING! At the expo, I learned so much and LOVED talking with all the families and vendors (made some new friends). At Disneyland, to see all the purple and know that others knew what it was like for my son to see that and feel the love, meant more than words can describe." Chandelle O., River's Mother - California
"Lifelong friends, hope, endless resources and true acceptance embodied our time at EADDL and at the Expo. We met amazing friends who we will forever stay connected with because of the tight knit bond to come together and fight epilepsy. I never thought a trip would bring so many positives to our family including learning new treatment options that have been successful for our son. Chelsea's Wish goes far beyond a trip to Disneyland, for our family it was life changing." Ally M., Jay's Mother - North Carolina
I am so glad that I had the opportunity to attend EADDL. I learned a great deal about treatment options. I met many wonderful people, individuals and families, who encouraged and inspired me. Most importantly, not only for me, but my son Dylan who is battling epilepsy, we learned that we are NOT alone." Alice B., Dylan's Mother - Florida
We thank you for your assistance in making this happen for families who otherwise, might never have the opportunity!
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