NEWS

We are sure you have all heard that the Fernald Center is supposed to close in July, 2010.  We would like to assure all our loyal supporters and volunteers that whether or not the Center will close, we will still be a very viable organization.  We shall alert you to any change in location of the office.

At holiday time, we have always served many outside homes for the mentally challenged.  We have been serving 11 homes from Waltham to Framingham as long as we have had our "Wish List" program.  We try to follow the residents when they are moved to an outside facility.  This year, we may service as many as 19 outside homes.  WE WILL STILL NEED YOUR SUPPORT!!  Sorting gifts for so many more facilities will b more work, but our plan is to serve as many residents as in the past; if changes arise we will keep you informed.

Our mission addresses not only Fernald residents, but is inclusive of all mentally challenged folks in the general area of the Fernald Center.

Sincere thanks to the sponsors,
individuals who contributed
and those who purchased chances for the

2009-2010 Holiday Calendar Squares Raffle

A LIST OF WINNERS IS POSTED.
CLICK TO VIEW THE LIST.

Fernald Association Featured on
Talk of the Town - Belmont Cable TV Show

Computer Center Donation

Defibrillator

Contact the Fernald Association by phone:
781-647-7724

FAX: 781-647-7723

WALTER E. FERNALD ASSOCIATION AIDS IN DONATION TO THE NEW COMPUTER CENTER
The Fernald Computer Center was up and running in September at the Activities Center - thanks to the hard work of some very dedicated occupational therapists and some very special contributors and volunteers.		A generous gift was made to the Fernald Association by George Mosher, President of National Business Furniture, in memory of his sister, Jean. A vote was taken by the Board of Directors of the Fernald Association and it was unanimously decided to use the gift for the Computer Center -- for equipment and software.
	The new addition is pictured above. Within minutes of arrival, it was up, running and on the Internet.
The large monitor has been a "wish list" item for quite a while and it is now a reality.	Amy Slaughter & Linda Einis	Many thanks to Tom for his great photography skills in taking these pictures and the ones that grace the computer center "walls."

WALTER E. FERNALD ASSOCIATION
DONATES DEFIBRILLATOR TO
THE FERNALD CENTER

Heartstart FR2 AED
The heartstart FR2 provides emergency first responders with an effective means to treat victims in sudden cardiac arrest. This lightweight, rugged and easy to use Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) allows police officers, firefighters, and EMS providers to deliver lifesaving therapy as soon as they arrive on the scene. Its patented SMART Biphasic waveform is the most patient friendly technology available today.

• New and Improved Battery
  Minimum 300 shocks/Standby Life 5 years typical under standby environmental conditions, 4 years minimum (one battery insertion test, no uses or training)
• Rechargeable Training and Administrative Pack
  Cost effective way to utilize the device for training
• Improved Data Card
  Allows for more capacity utilizing the latest technology
• Encanced Screen
  Backlit display with improved resolution making it easier for the responder to visualize EKG and text prompts
• Infrared Port
  Enables "Wireless" data transmission to or from other Heartstart FR2 AEDs
• Manuall Override
  Allows for fast patient handoff to ALS responders
• Smallest & Lightest
  This notebook sized AED weights in at only 4.4 lbs, so it is simple to grab, transport, and store.
• Simplest to Use
  The FR2 is incredibly easy to use. Because instant response is critical, the FR2 was designed for the user to help save lives with minimal training
• Smartest
  Utilizes SMART Biphasic. The Heartstart FR2 Biphasic waveform technology combined with its SMART Analysis system provides safe and effective defibrillation therapy like no other external defibrillator can.
• Heartstart FR2 Defibrillators come ready for use with:
  2 pairs of electrodes, 1 Long life Disposable Lithium Battery, user's Guide, Quick Reference Card, and 5 year warranty.

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