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O.U.C.H. News in 2005

 

December '05 Newsletter Ready 12/24/2005     The Newsletter Team has completed the December 2005 OUCH Newsletter.  Click here to get this issue.

Welcome New Members 12/01/2005     OUCH welcomes our new members.  52 people joined our ranks during the month of November 2005.  We're sorry you had a reason to look for us, but we're glad you found us.  Please look around and check out the information that is available.  If we can be of any assistance, please let us know.

OUCH Announces new officers 11-20-2005   OUCH is pleased to introduce the new slate of officers for the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors.  President - Donna Delacerda, Vice President - Mike Day, Treasurer - Jean French  Remaining in her position as Secretary is Pegg Flick.  

Welcome to the Team 11-20-2005     OUCH welcomes Svenn Thorn to the team!  Svenn will be bringing his experience and compassion for his fellow sufferers to the Family Services Team.  Thanks for reaching out to help others.

Welcome to the Team 11-18-2005     OUCH is pleased to welcome Dr. Andrew Sewell, MD to the Team.  Dr. Sewell will be working with the Advocacy Team.  This is another big step in making OUCH a driving concern for CH sufferers and their families.  Thank you Dr. Sewell.

2006 Annual Convention 11/03/2005     OUCH announces details of the 2006 Annual Convention.  Click here for details.

Election results are in! 10/31/2005     OUCH announces it's Board of Directors members for 2005-2006.  Give a big thanks for stepping up to Bob Pahlow, Cathy Lind and Patty Colon.  Thanks for sticking with it Donna Delacerda, Michelle Adamson, Jean French, Bill Mingus, Thomas Mikel and Mike Day. 

Welcome New Members 10/31/2005     OUCH welcomes our new members.  50 people have joined our ranks since October 1, 2005.  We're sorry you had a reason to look for us, but we're glad you found us.  Please look around and check out the information that is available.  If we can be of any assistance, please let us know.

October '05 Newsletter Ready 10/25/2005     The Newsletter Committee has completed the October 2005 OUCH Newsletter.  Click here to get this issue.

Newsletter Special Election Edition 10/20/05     A special election edition of the OUCH Newsletter is available for download here.  See the candidates' answers to 20 questions from the newsletter editor.

Board of Directors Elections 10/20/05     Voting for The Organization for Understanding Cluster Headaches (O.U.C.H.) Board of Director election has begun and will continue thru Thursday, October 27, 2005. Votes will be verified and tallied and the winners will be announced on Monday, October 31, 2005 on the General Business Board. 

Just a reminder to OUCH members, you have to be a registered user of the OUCH Business Board in order to cast your votes. If you are have not registered for the Business Board, or are having trouble logging in, please PM Gator, or a member of the leadership team for assistance. 

Your OUCH Leadership Team urges all OUCH members to vote for the candidates of their choice. 

Newsletter Ads 10/17/2005     If you would like to place an ad in the OUCH Newsletter, unfortunately we are not accepting ad requests at this time.

Welcome to the Team 10/06/2005     OUCH welcomes Kathy Copelin to the team.  Kathy will be working with the Grants Committee.  Kathy brings 15 years of grant writing experience to OUCH.  Thank you for stepping up, Kathy!

Election Q & A Forum 09/30/2005     OUCH announces the opening of a Question and Answer Forum for you to ask questions directly of each candidate.

September '05 Newsletter Ready 09/30/2005     The Newsletter Committee has completed the September 2005 OUCH Newsletter.  

Welcome New Members 09/30/2005     OUCH welcomes our new members.  46 people have joined our ranks since September 1, 2005.  We're sorry you had a reason to look for us, but we're glad you found us.  Please look around and check out the information that is available.  If we can be of any assistance, please let us know.

Welcome to the Team 09/24/2005     OUCH welcomes Helen Kemp, aka LeLimey, to the team.  Helen will be working with the Newsletter Committee.  In addition to a lot of good ideas, she brings a different perspective that should keep things interesting.  Thanks, Helen.

Welcome to the Team 09/20/2005     OUCH welcomes Pat Keller, aka patik, to the team.  Pat will be working with Nani on the Newsletter Committee. Thank you Pat for volunteering your time and talent.

Welcome to the Team 09/20/2005     OUCH welcomes Melissa Filtz to the team.  Melissa has volunteered to work on the Membership Committee.  Thank you for all you have done and for stepping up to serve again.

Welcome to the Team 09/18/2005     OUCH welcomes Frank Weeden, aka Jeepgun, to the team.  Frank has volunteered to work on the Media Committee.  We thank Frank for his help in the past and his dedication to the future of OUCH.

Welcome to the Team 09/15/2005     OUCH welcomes Anita Wiseman, aka Nani, to the team.  Nani has volunteered to work on the Newsletter Committee.  She has some great ideas.  Look forward to seeing some of them soon!

Welcome New Members 08/31/2005     OUCH welcomes our new members.  42 people have joined our ranks since August 1, 2005.  We're sorry you had a reason to look for us, but we're glad you found us.  Please look around and check out the information that is available.  If we can be of any assistance, please let us know.

OUCH Elections! 08/30/2005     OUCH announces it's upcoming annual elections.  Check out the message board for further information and nominating/voting instructions.  

OUCH Store Back Online! 08/13/2005       The OUCH Store is back by popular demand.  See the menu to the left or click here and get your OUCH apparel and goodies now!

Demographic Survey Posted 08/12/2005        In order to be considered for grants and/or donations from some of the larger entities, they request we provide a demographic of our membership base. Your answers to these questions are completely anonymous and are collected for statistical purposes only.  The survey is located in the Members' Area or access it directly from here.  Help out OUCH and your fellow clusterhead - complete the survey today!  

2006 Annual Convention Site  08/09/2005        Milwaukee, WI has been selected to be the host city for the 2006 convention. 

OUCH Volunteer Application 08/09/2005         OUCH NEEDS YOU!!!  For those of you wanting to volunteer your time and talents, there is a Volunteer Application in the Members' Area or go there directly by clicking here.

Welcome to the Team 07/25/2005     OUCH welcomes Matthew Matlock, aka maffumatt, to the Team.  Matt will be working with the Grants Committee.  In fact, he  is already hard at work for OUCH.  Thanks Matt!

Welcome to the Team 06/22/2005     OUCH welcomes Rori Lockman, aka Lionsound, to the Team.  Rori will be working with the Fundraising and Convention Committee.  Her experience is a welcomed addition to OUCH.  

Taking Bids for 2006 Convention 06/08/2005       The Board of Directors is currently taking bids for the 2006 Annual Convention.  If you would like to host this or another convention, please send Donna_D a Private Message with your name, address, phone number, e-mail address and a description of your proposed site.  Include any links to visitors bureaus, chambers of commerce, area attractions, hotels, etc.

 








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