(Lyn's note: Here's the link to our Pictures of the Week.  http://carefreetruth.com/Carefree_Truth/Photos_4-8-13.html.  Herbert took some lovely ones in the Carefree Desert Gardens last weekend.  As you can see, things are in bloom, so get out there with your cameras and take pics to enter in the Carefree Desert Gardens Photo Contest next January!)

 

 

 

This  little lady has touched all our hearts.  We have a

potential adopter, however, he can't afford a $3400.00

surgery.  He has donated 100.00 toward her surgery.  

Melanie is a very special dog.  She has been in isolation

at our clinic due to the severity of the chemo therapy

for several months and she remains happy and loving. 

Holly Bergman

Chair, Foothills Animal rescue

A Profile in Courage – Melanie’s Story

 

 

Melanie is a two year old Catahoula mix that has had an

extremely difficult life from the start.  She had puppies

at a young age and wound up at a Maricopa County

shelter. An emaciated stray, she was at risk of being

euthanized. We saved Melanie and brought her into

our shelter in the hopes of finding her a new family.

 

 

A detailed examination determined that she had

contracted a venereal disease that caused tumors which

needed to be treated with chemo therapy.  The prognosis

was good assuming we could eradicate the tumors with

weekly treatments which lasted nearly two months. This

sweet little girl is very strong, and she pulled through the

treatments successfully.  She even had a potential adopter

waiting in the wings but she then spiked a fever and had

labored breathing which required x-rays of her lungs.

 

The x-rays showed a hole in her chest cavity and was

diagnosed as a Diaphragmatic Hernia.  This condition

requires a detailed surgical procedure – the only solution

that would giver her the chance to live the healthy and

happy life she deserves. We have negotiated a lower fee a

surgical specialist.  The high end of the surgery could be

$3400.00. Of all the animals that have passed through our

shelter in recent years, we have never encountered one

who has overcome such adversity and touched the hearts

of our staff, board and volunteers. Your support will

give Melanie a new lease on life.

 

Her life is in our hands, so please make your donation

today at www.foothillsanimal.org

or call 480-488-9890.

Thank you for your support.

(Lyn's note: Wow, I forgot to send out Letters from

Readers this morning.  When I just looked at my email,

this was here from Holly, so it would seem there was a

reason I forgot to send Letters out earlier!)

 

 

 

 

Hi Lyn,

I can't believe that people are so stupid, that they would hunt around homes.  They don't even give the poor animal a chance.

Thanks for the info.

Pam DiPietro

(Lyn's note: They could also mistakenly hit people or pets!)

 

 

We will watch this carefully for Cave Creek.  This issue clearly affects us all.  I will pass this on to our candidates for the Cave Creek Runoff election.  Thank you for keeping us advised.

Sara Vanucci 

 

Hey,  I just got a very nice thank you from David Court on my Truth comments.   Thanks for printing my letter kiddo.   I hope the Mayor and council read your site too  :)

Anna Marsolo

 

Lyn: as a citizen who uses the Library and a prior Councilman, I 100 % agree with Greg Gardner, and his approach to spending our few dollars in ways that directly benefit a majority of our folks.

When I approached the Mayor, on this subject, over a year ago, He said." we have limited funds. If we do for one...where do we draw the line??"  He was/is right.  I hope our present Council will find a happy balance, with in the tight constrains of the very poor economy. It seems that our 'duty' to provide more than Fire and Police service requires that we consider all of the 'social' issues not now covered by our annual budgets.

Your blog, on this matter, adds good value.  Thanks.  

Jim Van Allen

(Lyn's note: As someone who was always on the committee of which Greg spoke, I certainly agree with you.  While I understood the need to suspend the donations with the global economy in distress, and the need to address major capital maintenance and repairs such as the streets projects this year and next, as well as marketing and improving the Town to boost sales tax revenue, I very much hope that the contributions to the local non profit organizations can once again be resumed as the economy improves.  Having great faith in America, I believe that will happen, and that Carefree will once again be able to invest in "human capital", as it historically has done. We too donate to and use the library.  We also donate to a number of the other local non profits and I have done volunteer work for some.  We do as much of our shopping locally as is possible.  We just got back from a delicious dinner at the Carefree Resort, and I wore a gorgeous skirt to dinner that I just bought at Mumbo Jumbo.  We have an treasure trove of wonderful shops and restaurants in Carefree.)

 

 

 

Excellent reporting, my dear.

Laurie P.

 

 

Golf/Non-Profit Event

***Foothills Caring Corps***

18-Hole Golf Putting Tournament

Benefits Transportation Programs

For NE Valley Elderly

Registration Deadline Extended Until April 15.

CAREFREE, Ariz.– Golf enthusiasts will have an opportunity to use their putters for a good cause at a new putting tournament hosted by the non-profit Foothills Caring Corps, Inc. of Carefree.

The “Putt for the Putt Putt” takes place at the Tonto Verde Golf Club, 18401 E. El Circulo Drive in Rio Verde on Wednesday, April 17. The cost of the tournament is $75 per player. Attendees will play on an amazing 18-hole putting green.

Tournament registration begins at 1:15 p.m., with a shotgun start at 2:15 p.m. Live music will enhance and highlight this beautiful location and provide an enjoyable background for the reception following the course play.

Early on in the event, all players will have an opportunity to participate in a 3-hole putting contest for a chance to win $5000 in cash. The 18-hole putting tournament is limited to 72 players. Individuals and groups are welcome to play.

Pre-registration is required by April 15. Sponsorship packages are still available and start at $500. To register, call the Foothills Caring Corps at 480-488-1105. For information, visit www.foothillscaringcorps.com.

The tournament proceeds will benefit the organization’s numerous programs including medical appointment transportation, van and wheel-chair van transportation, and mobile meal delivery for the elderly.

“Whether you are a serious golfer, or just a beginner, this is a fun tournament that welcomes all playing levels. Most importantly, your participation helps to ensure we can provide much-needed programs for our elderly neighbors in the community,” said Debbra Determan, Executive Director of the Foothills Caring Corps.

The Foothills Caring Corps is a nonprofit organization helping older adults and persons with handicapping conditions to remain living independently. Through a force of volunteers the organization delivers services and support that provide access to basic needs such as food, medical care, and to activities that promote physical, mental and emotional health.  Services are provided to residents living in North Scottsdale, North Phoenix, Carefree and Cave Creek.