Pediatric Luncheon 'Making a Difference in a Child's Life'
Award-winning actor, published author and father BD Wong will be the
keynote speaker at Providence Hospice of Seattle's 11th Annual Pediatric
Luncheon, "Making a Difference in a Child's Life," on Thursday, Sept. 30,
2010. The event is co-hosted by the Safe Crossings Foundation and is
expected to attract more than 800 people.
BD Wong is well-known for his roles on the television shows "Law & Order
Special Victims Unit" and "Oz," as well as movie roles in "Father of the
Bride," Disney's "Mulan," and other popular films.
In 2003, Wong published his memoir "Following Foo: (the electronic
adventures of The Chestnut Man)," which documents his family's experience
watching his twin sons fight for their lives after a premature birth.
Through this experience, Wong gained empathy and understanding for what
hospice families go through - especially those who have lost a child.
King-5 TV news anchor Dennis Bounds will emcee the event.
Doors open for the luncheon at 11:30 a.m. and the program will begin
promptly at 12 noon at the Washington State Convention Center, 800
Convention Place, in Seattle. Participants will not be charged for lunch,
but a $125 donation is requested. Funds raised will be used towards
pediatric hospice and palliative care. Proceeds also benefit grief support
programs, including Camp Erin - King County, a summer camp for children
who are experiencing a loss in their lives.
Born and raised in San Francisco, BD Wong graduated from San Francisco
State University. In 2000, Wong and his longtime partner Richie Jackson
had twins via a surrogate mother. The twins were born 11 weeks early and
baby boy Boaz tragically did not survive. Three years later, Wong wrote a
memoir, "Following Foo: (the electronic adventures of The Chestnut Man),"
about his struggle with both the loss of one son and the strong will of
the other to survive. Wong gives readers a view into his world, where
Foo's struggle to hold onto his fragile life is paramount.
About Providence Hospice of Seattle:
Providence Hospice of Seattle is a leader for providing innovative
services and compassionate end-of-life care for adults and children living
with life-limiting illness throughout King County. Staff offer medical
expertise, emotional and spiritual support, and promote informed choices,
comfort, management of symptoms and quality of life. Services are provided
wherever patients reside.
When:
Thursday September 30, 2010
11:30 AM -
1:30 PM
Pacific
Where:
Washington State Convention & Trade Center,
800 Convention Place,
Seattle, WA 98101
206-694-5000
Organizer:
Providence Hospice of Seattle
Cost:
$125 donation suggested.
Contact:
206-749-7956
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