Every year I hold a toy drive at my office to collect toys that are then distributed to those less fortunate. In these tough economic times there is an even greater need for these type of donations. This year I am pleased to announce that our toy drive will support the Childhelp organization. Childhelp® exists to meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. They focus our efforts on advocacy, prevention, treatment, and community outreach. They are a national organization that provides residential treatment facilities for neglected and abused children. The local facility, Merv Griffin Village, provides shelter for up to 80 children between the ages of six and thirteen.
I would encourage each of you to bring a new unwrapped to our office between now and Friday December 18, 2009. We will bring these toys to those involved with Childhelp so they can be distributed to the children. Furthermore, if you have any friends or family members that could benefit from our services I will provide a complimentary initial examination if they bring in a new unwrapped toy valued at least $20. This examination is a regular $70 value. Please pass this information around so we can collect as many toys as possible.
Dr. Michael S. Donia, D.C., CCSP
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