supporting the families of children born unable to swallow

When I read Chew, I’m encouraged by reading about the positive side of TOF/OA and the achievements of all the children and TOF adults. TOFS, the website, the Forum and Chew have all been a marvellous source of information and encouragement for us.

Rachel and Mark Hayes, parents

Dates for your diary

TOFS Fundraiser at Newbury Race Course 
Friday 13 August 2010
Come and have a fantastic day at the Racecourse, and rattle a bucket for TOFS.  Friday 13 August 2010.  Please get in touch with Diane at the TOFS office now.
COM meeting
Sunday 19 September 2010 10.30 - 3pm TOFS, St George’s Centre, Nottingham
TOFS Adult Conference
Saturday 16 October 2011, The Grimstock Hotel, Coleshill, near Birmingham.
Our first ever Adult conference gives adults the chance to learn first hand from specialists about problems specific to Adult TOFs. This is is great opportunity to meet other TOF Adults and share concerns and achievements.  Book your place NOW.  Contact Jayne or Diane at the TOFS office on 0115 961 3092.
TOFS Awareness Week
11-18 October 2010
Can you help raise awareness for TOFS or fundraise for TOFS.  Watch this space for events around the Country to highlight the challenges TOF families face.  If you’d like to help - get in touch with the TOFS office NOW! Tel 0115 961 3092
TOFS Children’s Conference 2011
Venue and date to be confirmed.

In 2009 we held our Children’s conference in Darlington.  It was kindly funded by a grant from the Mayor of Darlington.  Can you persuade your local Mayor to support TOFS?  If so, our conference could be coming near you.  If you would like to approach your Mayor, get in touch with Diane at the TOFS office and she can post some literature to help back up your application.  Tel 0115 961 3092

RAISE AWARENESS AND CASH FOR TOFS…
We have some fundraising packs with great ideas of how to raise money and some “hot” tips for saving time and energy on the way, as well as the do’s and don’ts of safe and legal activities.  Ring the TOFS office if you would like a fundraising pack.

Good luck with fundraising, and REMEMBER - contact the TOFS office if you need any help!