Pregnant Madison Woman Battling ALS Needs Your Help

More than $3,000 was raised Saturday for Madison’s Amanda Bernier, who is suffering from ALS and is pregnant. She is in a race against time and is trying to live long enough to safely have her baby.

Madison and adjacent communities filled Daniel Hand High School Saturday to raise money for Bernier, who is a volunteer firefighter.

Bernier is in desperate need of money to accomplish her goal.

Already, more than $130,000 has been raised with a goal of $250,000. If you want to donate click here.

The Bernier’s need money for:

1) Space. Amanda and her husband, Chris live in a 780‐ square foot home. They need space for a bedroom apart from the main living area. Amanda will need a hospital bed, a Hoyer Lift, a commode and additional medical equipment. Presently, she cannot fit her wheelchair through the bedroom or kitchen doors. The tiny kitchen will also require modifications providing space for more than one person to prepare meals and for wheelchair accessibility.

2) A wheelchair van. Otherwise Amanda will be homebound.

3) Funds for future medical bills. The bills will be astronomical. Amanda is still working as a scientist in a biotech company despite being unable to walk and breathe easily. Chris is the Chief of Madison Emergency Medical Services and serves as a Deputy Chief with the North Madison Volunteer Fire Company. As hard as they’re working, they can’t make nearly enough to pay for the expenses ahead.

Here are the next fundraisers for Amanda:

July 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Chamard Vineyard, 115 Cow Hill Rd, Clinton, CT 06413 United States + Google Map

Come and escape the chaos! Bring a friend and enjoy a ladies’ night out! Try on jewelry in today’s HOTTEST trends! Wine tastings and food will be available for order. Your Advisor is: Kirstin Olszewski kirstin.olszewski@gmail.com www.liasophia.com/kirstin

Yoga for Amanda

July 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm

North Madison Volunteer Fire Company, 864 Opening Hill Road, Madison, CT 06443 United States+ Google Map

Lisa Federico will share an ALL LEVELS yoga practice with the intention of unifying our positive energies in support of the Bernier family, and raising much needed funds. Novice to seasoned yogis welcome. Men, women, young adults…ALL WELCOME!!! Please bring a yoga mat. This is all you will need. Water can be brought in a closed container. (Blocks, straps and…

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August 2014

August 2 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Guilford Country Tavern, 704 Long Hill Road, Guilford, CT 06437 United States+ Google Map

All bartender tips at the Guilford Country Tavern this night will be given to Chris & Amanda. DJ Justin Lonergan will be providing entertainment for the evening, and Samile Keeler will be the bartender. There will also be a raffle, we are currently seeking raffle item donations. Please contact Samile if you are interested in donating an item.

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$30

August 3 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Allegra’s Cafe, 249 West Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 United States+ Google Map

Another chance for great food, music, and raffles! Come to Allegra’s Cafe in Branford to enjoy some delicious food and enjoy the Rum Runners. $30 per person. Questions? Contact Michael Torrino at michael.torino@ynhh.org, Patti Palaia at patti.palaia@madisonctems.org, or Lindsay Nelson at fundraising@amandas-angels.org

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$1.50 / rider

August 5 @ 12:15 pm - 8:00 pm

Lenny & Joe’s Fish Tale, 1301 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT 06443 United States+ Google Map

Come out to Lenny & Joe’s Fish Tale in Madison and take a ride on the Magical Carousel! $1.50 per rider and all proceeds will go to Amanda and Chris.

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$5

August 9 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Madison Surf Club, 87 Surf Club Road, Madison, CT 06443 United States+ Google Map

Charity kickball game featuring Madison Hose Co. #1 vs. Madison Real Estate Offices. A portion of the proceeds will be given to Amanda and Chris. Hot dogs and burgers will be sold at the event, and there will be a silent, and live auction! Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased in advance.

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$40

August 16 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Guilford Texaco, 2293 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437 United States+ Google Map

All oil change with safety inspection proceeds for this date will go towards Chris & Amanda. Suggested donation for an oil change with safety inspection is $40. Refreshments will be available while you wait for your vehicle.