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JANUARY
2019

What’s Inside
• Dr. Dave Schwartz Performs PRP and
Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Procedures
• Paul Osterholm Shares His Experience
with Organ Donation
• Ways to Become a Healthier You
• Taylor Howard Gives Hope with Blankets

A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT OF THE STANDARD NEWSPAPER, WAUKON, IA


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HEALTH & WELLNESS


New procedures being performed at Veterans Memorial Hospital provide pain
management alternative for those with chronic joint, soft tissue or muscle pain
by Brianne Eilers are seen as “experimental”, so an area on the back of the pa- ally in the arm, and then the
the expense is out-of-pocket for tient’s pelvis. In order to make sample is spun down in a cen-
In July of 2018, Veterans Me- patients. the patients more comfortable, trifuge to get rid of some of the
morial Hospital (VMH) in Wau- However, there are very intravenous (IV) sedatives and unwanted cells in there, such
kon began offering a new alter- few drawbacks with the pro- numbing agents are used in as red blood cells. It is then
native for pain management for cedures, other than the cost the process. Depending on the injected into the area needing
patients who are plagued with and the fact that some patients area to be treated, Dr. Schwartz treatment.
chronic joint pain and also soft don’t like needles. Dr. Schwartz says they may inject the entire “It’s similar to a cortisone
tissue and muscle pain. Instead noted that because the cells bone marrow sample or it may shot,” Dr. Schwartz said of the
of relying on pain medication or are coming from the patient’s be spun down to involve specif- experience. Platelets are an
surgery, patients now have the own body, there is no risk of ic cells. important part of the healing
option of using their own cells rejection of the cells. Patients “Most people don’t expe- process, so this is used in con-
to fight inflammation and po- may experience some discom- rience much discomfort,” Dr. junction with the stem cell pro-
tentially regenerate some of the fort, but depending on the pro- Schwartz noted. cedure.
affected tissue. There are two cedure, numbing agents and The procedure takes approx- “It’s like Miracle-Gro for stem
procedures available: platelet anesthesia are used to make imately one hour from the time cells,” Dr. Schwartz said in try-
rich plasma (PRP) injections patients more comfortable. the patient enters the operating Dr. Dave Schwartz ing to describe the process. In
and bone marrow concentrate/ Stem cells have the ability to room until they enter the recov- Photo courtesy of some cases, the PRP injection
Veterans Memorial Hospital.
stem cell injections. become any type of cell in the ery room. From there, it may is a first treatment, especially in
Dr. Dave Schwartz trained body. Dr. Schwartz explained take an additional couple hours patient will receive a PRP in- cases involving inflamed joints,
under Dr. Marc Darrow at the that the stem cells take on in- for recovery, depending on how jection to the area. It can take scar tissue and some injuries
Darrow Stem Cell Institute in formation from the tissue sur- long it takes for the sedative to anywhere from six months to like rotator cuff injuries, for
California, and is the physician rounding them and become wear off. Patients receiving this a year before patients may example. With the PRP treat-
that is performing the PRP and that tissue. The two best sourc- treatment also need to have a see noticeable results from the ments, patients seem to notice
bone marrow procedures at es for stem cells come from driver to take them home after stem cell injection, as the cells some benefit almost immedi-
VMH. These procedures are bone marrow and body fat. Dr. the procedure. Two months need time to grow. ately. PRP treatments can be
currently not covered by health Schwartz uses bone marrow after the stem cells have been For a PRP procedure, blood done as often as the patient
insurance companies as they concentrate that is taken from introduced into the joint, the is drawn from the patient, usu- can afford to do so.
Recovery time for the stem
cell procedure takes a few
Waukon Dental and Family Dentistry weeks. Dr. Schwartz explained
Associates of Monona that immediately afterwards,
they want patients to “baby”
are hosting their 29th Annual
their joints in order to give the
and Dental Associates of Prairie du stem cells a chance to grow. In
Chien is hosting its 25th Annual the case of a knee, for exam-

HAVE A
ple, patients would be asked to
limit activity and use a walker to
offset their weight. The second
week after the procedure, pa-

HEART
tients are still asked to reduce
activity, but by week three, the
patient is encouraged to start
doing some exercise, but more
walking than weight-bearing

DAY
activities. It takes about four
to six weeks for patients to be
able to resume normal activi-
ty. While rehab is not required,
patients are encouraged to ex-
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Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Page 3

HEALTH & WELLNESS


Waukon native Paul Osterholm shares his experience with donating a kidney
This article originally pub- ing away. In the midst of flu from giving. The rest of her sis- type, Braatz said. In her search, stating they had her blood type.
lished in The Reporter in Fond season, the doctor told her that ters had blood type A or B. wait times for those in need of The response left Braatz-Mark-
du Lac, WI. It is being reprinted she, too, had the virus. “We weren’t even thinking. a kidney with type A or B blood ert in tears.
here with permission of The Re- But her symptoms persisted. We thought someone was go- came in around two to three One of those who saw the
porter administrative staff. The She couldn’t keep down what- ing to be an O,” said Candy years, but with O, it was five post was Osterholm’s wife,
article relays the experience ever she consumed. Food tast- Braatz-Markert, Braatz’s sister. years or more. Janet, who went to school with
of 1978 Waukon High School ed odd. She couldn’t catch her In the United States, the av- Braatz’s sisters growing up.
graduate Paul Osterholm and breath. Her legs swelled, from erage wait time for a kidney is FROM FACEBOOK FRIEND Since Common Grounds, Os-
his kidney donation to a one- her knees to her ankles, to an three to five years “at most cen- TO KIDNEY DONATION terholm, 58, and Braatz had
time stranger now considered extent where her jeans no lon- ters,” according to the National Not wanting to wait years for only seen each other once or
family. ger fit. Kidney Foundation. At Univer- a deceased donor, the Braatz twice, but, when they learned
Going to the doctor multiple sity of Wisconsin (UW) Health, family took to social media to about her health problems the
by Sarah Razner times, the doctor continued to where Braatz is being treated, get the word out, writing a let- Osterholms donated to her Go-
USA TODAY NETWORK tell her she had the flu. One the median time for patients to ter about her story and posting FundMe page. Then, on Me-
-Wisconsin day, a month into being sick, receive a transplant from 2010 it on Facebook. They received
she took a sip of coffee and to 2015 was about 20 months. hundreds of replies, said her Osterholm
When Nicole Braatz met threw it up. She knew she had But this differs with blood mother, Mary, with nearly 30 Continued on page 8
Paul Osterholm in 2001, she to get to the bottom of her ill-
had no idea that more than 15 ness.
years later, he would be saving On her fourth visit to the doc-
her life through a kidney dona-

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the logo and sign through her kidneys were functioning at • Medicare Part A and Part B
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• Post Operative Rehab • Wound Care
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Gathering with their families still - unknown. • MRSA Care • Hospice Services • Respite Services
beneath that sign in the weeks The shock set in first. • Restorative Program maintaining highest level of functioning
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couldn’t help but see the hand 1,200 IN NEED OF KIDNEYS volunteers. All rooms are newly redecorated and residents are encouraged to make them as personal as
possible. Our resident council plans special activities and events and even helps in menu planning.
fate was playing throughout the The kidney failure made
process. Braatz one of about 1,200 peo-

AN UNEXPECTED
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DIAGNOSIS
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didn’t recognize them as such. type can donate to her. In her
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Simple and sustainable ways to become a healthier you in 2019
by Jennifer Bucko Lamplough Cut out sugary drinks im- of bread. Iceberg, green leaf or
and Lara Rondinelli Hamilton mediately. Sugary drinks like butter lettuce make a surpris-
regular soda, fruit drinks, ener- ingly delicious bread substitute.
Around the new year, most of gy drinks and sweet tea raise Use them in place of bread for
us vow to make drastic changes your blood glucose and add your next sandwich. Nestle
to our diet or lifestyle. For some empty calories to your daily in- burgers or grilled chicken inside
that means adopting a strict take. Even though it can be a a lettuce “cup” in place of ham-
(and joyless) diet or signing hard habit to kick, do all you burger buns, and carefully wrap
up for hardcore fitness classes can to eliminate these drinks deli meats and toppings into a
that meet at 5:00 a.m. (despite from your diet. Replace them low-carb lettuce sub sandwich
the fact that you may be horri- with fresh water, low-fat milk, and secure it with wax paper
bly out of shape). It’s no won- flavored calorie-free carbonat- and a piece of tape. Then tear
der these resolutions are often ed water, and unsweetened tea the paper away as you eat.
short-lived. When it comes to and coffee.
making lasting changes to your Eat veggie noodles in
diet and lifestyle habits, slow Purge the junk food. Cook- place of pasta. For a great
and steady wins the race. ies, chips, sweets and other pasta substitute, sample the
There’s no doubt that com- snacks are hard to resist when helpful in managing diabetes. poultry; fish, turkey and beef veggie noodles trend. Veggie
mitting to eat healthier and get they are an arm’s length away. That means that if you’re try- trimmed of fat, including round, noodles are a delicious, low-
more exercise are great New The best way to avoid them is ing to get your health in order, sirloin, flank and tenderloin; er-carb option that can be eaten
Year’s resolutions. But unless by removing them from your you don’t have to stick to a rigid and lean cuts of pork, including in place of grain-based pastas.
your new practices are sustain- home. But don’t worry. When plan that restricts many of your center loin chop and tenderloin. A kitchen tool called a “spiraliz-
able, any progress you make you’re craving a snack, you favorite foods. Some effective er” quickly and easily turns veg-
could be short-lived. Small diet can try a healthier whole food eating patterns include vege- Plan your meal around veg- etables into “noodles,” or you
and lifestyle changes over time option, like slices of avocado, tarian or flexitarian, Mediter- gies (instead of making them can use a standard vegetable
that aren’t too disruptive stand a handful of nuts, kale chips, a ranean, low-carbohydrate and the afterthought). At meal- peeler for a similar result. For
a better shot at becoming per- small serving of Greek yogurt, low-glycemic. times, try to fill at least half of even more convenience, you
manent healthy habits. Wheth- a piece of fruit, veggies with your plate with nonstarchy veg- can now find these spiralized
er you want to lose 30 pounds, hummus or nut butter. These Choose leaner cuts of etables like spinach, cauliflow- veggies in the freezer or pro-
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tes, or achieve a similar health pack more nutrition than your found in animal protein - raises bell peppers, Brussels sprouts stores. Try noodles made from
goal, it’s best to make small but processed favorites. blood cholesterol levels, which and eggplant. Veggies like cau- zucchini, sweet potato, carrot
powerful changes. Eventually, is a risk factor for heart dis- liflower, broccoli, carrots and or spaghetti squash. Top them
you’ll see results. Do some research and ease. An easy way to reduce Brussels sprouts are delicious with chili, Bolognese sauce, or
If you’re ready to take some identify an eating pattern you your saturated fat intake is by when roasted in the oven, and use them to make a cold “pas-
small yet mighty steps toward can live with. Studies show choosing lean cuts of meat. sautéing cabbage, bell peppers ta salad” or noodle dishes like
better health in 2019, give that there are many different Avoid or reduce your intake and eggplant brings out their Pad Thai. Hint: You can also try
these tips a try: eating patterns that can be of lard, fatback, and high-fat natural flavors. Finally, start cauliflower, butternut or brocco-
meats like regular ground beef, any meal with a simple salad of li “rice” in place of regular rice
bologna, hot dogs, sausage, mixed greens to help you meet for a lower-carb option.
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New procedures
Continued from page 2
to avoid total knee replacement.
In mid-October, they received
the stem cell injections and
then six weeks later the PRP
injection. They have not had to
take any pain medication since
October, which has been a big
benefit for the patient. They
also noted that the experience
overall has been very positive
and Dr. Schwartz and the VMH
staff were very good about ex-
plaining what was going on
during the process.
Since they began the proce-
dures last July, Dr. Schwartz
estimates that he has done 60
to 80 procedures. The results
vary depending on the individ-
ual, but the feedback has been
positive. The procedures are
currently being done once a
week, but Dr. Schwartz noted
that they could expand that in The platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatment now being conducted at Veterans Memorial
the future in order to meet the Hospital in Waukon as an alternative pain management option for chronic joint and/or soft
needs of their patients. For tissue pain begins with the drawing of blood (as pictured at left) from the patient undergoing
more information or to arrange treatment. That blood sample is then spun down in a centrifuge to get rid of unwanted cells
a consultation, contact the before being injected back into the area in need of treatment on the patient (as pictured
VMH Surgical Coordinator at above). Dr. David Schwartz, pictured in both photos being assisted by nurse Jessica Jones,
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Healthier you...
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Osterholm
Continued from page 3

morial Day weekend, as Janet A month later, Paul Oster- sin, said Maggie Osterholm. didn’t have time before he fate working a hand in. While of-
Osterholm scrolled through holm received a call from UW Following the battery of tests, shared the news. ficiating a wedding, Osterholm
Facebook, the post crafted Health Transplant Coordinator the team of doctors smiled as She was completely sur- met Tia Jean, a, photographer,
by Braatz and her family ap- Leza Warnke and spoke on the the Osterholms left. While only prised. Braatz hadn’t gotten her who, when reading Maggie’s
peared. phone for nearly an hour, be- about seven percent of people hopes up, as other people, in- posts about the transplant on
“Honey, what do you think?” fore she asked if he could come who go through the process cluding stranger-but-now-like- Facebook, offered to take sur-
she asked of her husband. down. match, said Janet Osterholm, family Sarah Harbridge, had prise photos of Osterholm and
He read the post and knowing Going through a day of tests, she could tell they saw some- gone through the process but Braatz, featuring green shirts
he was a blood match, due he passed one after another. thing positive in his test results. didn’t end up matching. and balloons, the color for kid-
to donating bone marrow, he The only time he came close to “I think you’re coming back,” “I thought you were just call- ney donation. Jean shared the
messaged Braatz, and then failing was his blood pressure, she whispered. ing to talk,” Braatz said to him. story with a bride-to-be, who,
reached out to UW Health’s as he was told he could drink Soon, UW Health called. while in need of a kidney her-
Living Donor Program. coffee while waiting for his next Braatz and Osterholm had THE HAND OF FATE self, decided to raise money for
Having taught their children test and downed two shots of matched four out of six anti- Outside his house that day, Braatz.
to give back, the Osterholms’ espresso. gens; family members typically looking over the lake as the sun The date of the transplant
children were supportive of his In case he wasn’t a match for match from zero to two anti- set, Osterholm felt compelled also carries significance. Giv-
decision to pursue donation, in- Nicole, he had agreed he would gens. to take a picture of the sky. In it, en the option to choose Oc-
cluding daughter, Maggie, who donate to somebody else to “Rarely do people match six the Osterholm and Braatz fami- tober 10 or October 11 for the
around the same time, was try- move her up the list as part of out of six, and they matched lies see an angel. transplant, Osterholm picked
ing to donate her own kidney to the match donation program. four out of six and they said “The spiritual journey has October 10, so he could be
a man in Chilton, WI. However, In this way, if Braatz matched that’s just a bonus because it’s been remarkable. I feel blessed home to watch his home state,
in the phone interview, she was someone in California and less chance of rejection,” said to be able to do this. We feel Iowa, play college football, and
told she could not donate due Osterholm did as well, a “flip,” Braatz-Markert. (honored) to give Nicole new be one day closer to recovery
to being allergic to Tylenol, as would be done, in which Oster- When Paul Osterholm re- life,” said Osterholm. “My wife for when his son, Paul Jr., and
following the procedure, her holm’s kidney would be sent to ceived the news he was a and I met in La Crosse and she daughter-in-law, Katie, had
body would not be able to me- California, and Braatz’s donor’s match, his wife told him not to said ‘who would’ve thought I their first grandchild.
tabolize ibuprofen. kidney would come to Wiscon- call Braatz until she was home would meet an Iowa farm boy, However, for the Braatz fam-
from work. Not able to contain to be where we are today and ily, the day meant much more
himself, he called her anyway, be here to help Nicole?’” than football. When Braatz was
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meaning as UW Health told her him a personalized cow bell as comparison to the expected When they return to Madi-
that while Osterholm’s surgery a way to convey their gratitude, 50 a day due to her health and son for follow-up appointments,

Recent
would take place at 8 a.m., although it cannot be conveyed the match of the kidney. In a they will pass a wall bearing the
hers would be at 10:10 a.m., enough. year, that will be cut down by names of donors. Both Braatz
the nurse saying it was new
beginnings. On the way home,
“I don’t even know what to
say to you half the time. What
half. Currently, she undergoes
blood tests twice a week, and
and Osterholm hope more peo-
ple will have their names em- update to the
Braatz Googled what the nurse
had meant, finding that it was
do you say to somebody (who
does this),” said Braatz to Os-
all looks positive. While swol-
len and sore, the pain doesn’t
blazoned here to help those
who are in dialysis or will need Osterholm
“a strong angel number.”
“When you look it up, the
terholm.
On the day of the transplant,
compare to the happiness that
comes with her regaining her
to be.
“That’s why you’re always
story appears
very first line is, ‘if you are con-
sistently seeing 10-10, it’s not a
family came from as far as
Iowa to gather in Madison, WI.
taste and her energy. Already,
she is walking a mile.
nice to people, because you
never know,” said Braatz-Mark-
on page 10
coincidence, your guardian an- The doctors planned for Oster- “I felt so good... like what a ert.
gels are bringing you to new be- holm’s surgery to be about four gift,” she said. “I feel like I got “And friend them on Face-
ginnings,” said Mary Braatz. “It hours long, but, due to veins my life back.” book,” added Janet Osterholm.
just seems like from the begin- wrapped around his kidney,
ning there’s been a reason for lasted a little more than sev-
all of this: a reason happened en, he said. However, the ex-
why it happened to her and it’s tra wait was worth it for Braatz

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lies grew closer as they moved in gowns and holding onto IV
towards a permanent bond. poles to prove it.
“My heart is overwhelm- Two days after the surgery,
ing with love for this family. Osterholm was discharged
This family has been so loving from the hospital with Tylenol
and so kind,” Osterholm said. and a few days later welcomed
“She’s going to be my sister.” his first grandchild. Sore and
“Mom finally got her boy,” sitting in a wheel chair, he held
Braatz joked. her, the pain vanishing.
A symbol of that love is seen “It takes it all away. At that
in the gift the Braatz family moment, I did not have any
gave him when they first met pain whatsoever,” he said.
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OSTERHOLM UPDATE:
Donor and recipient progressing well since October kidney donation
It’s been approximately three a chair, but to be able to carry ing great!” Braatz updated just weeks she has been deal- happy, healthy New Year! You
months since Waukon native her and share with her some of prior to the end of the new year. ing with major stomach pain, have no idea how forward I am
Paul Osterholm donated one the most beautiful things in this “We spent some time with the something her doctors say is looking to 2019!”
of his kidneys to a one-time world has been such a bless- Osterholm family December pretty common from all the Although such an experience
stranger he came to know ing. Prior to that it had been a 23. What a great family. At first, medications that need to be is obviously most focused on
through a chance work encoun- lot of recliner time and just lay- Paul wasn’t very mobile due to taken with the transplant sur- the two individuals undergoing
ter and came to be aware of her ing low.” complications during his por- gery she experienced. She said the medical procedures, Oster-
medical needs through social Likewise for the recipient tion of the surgery, but he is her doctors are consulting with holm wants people to realize
media. The progress both have of Osterholm’s kidney, Nicole doing very well now. He was each other as to what medica- the scope of the decision and
made since that gift of a new Braatz, her recovery has also finally able to return to work tion dosages can be changed that it’s not something to be
lease on life in October has come along well. She has also full-time after five weeks. I per- to possibly fix this problem and made without having conversa-
been equally as inspiring as the been given approval to system- sonally had two of the greatest hopefully she will be feeling tions with those who mean the
story that brought them to that atically return to work and life’s months immediately following back to normal soon. most. “There are a number of
moment. everyday tasks. my surgery that I have had in “I continue to be so thankful people and professionals you
“I’m feeling great, and I’m “This has been Nicole’s story the last year due to dialysis. for my new kidney from Paul,” have to talk to throughout the
slowly but surely making my from day one,” Osterholm re- My energy level came back to Braatz said. “The Osterholm process, just to make sure that
way back,” Osterholm said marked. “She has been such normal almost immediately. My family has put the Merry back in not only is the organ the right
in a mid-December update. a strong and inspiring person doctors said my healing was Christmas for our entire family. fit, but that your mindset is the
“I’ve been cleared to return to throughout this whole process. normal, so I happily returned Thanks to all my followers for right fit for what you’re both
work. I can resume exercise It’s been amazing to share it back to work December 1 part- your love, support and prayers
and I’ve been able to carry my with her.” time and December 10 started throughout our healing pro-
new granddaughter. I had been “First and foremost, my do- full-time again.” cess. Hope you all had a great Update...
able to hold her while sitting in nor and my angel, Paul, is do- Braatz said for the past three Christmas, and wishing you a Continued on page 11

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about to go through,” shared ers? You can bet that I’d do it


Osterholm. “But, you also have all over again if I was given the
to have your own conversa- chance.”
tions with your family and loved It is those “three F’s” of faith,
ones even prior to making the family and friends that have
decision to give a piece of your- been the ultimate driving force
self to someone else. There for Osterholm throughout this
are so many things to consider. whole experience, from the
What if your own son or daugh- initial decision to undergoing
ter would need a kidney in the the actual medical procedure
future? What are the risks and and on throughout his recov-
what makes them worth it? And ery. Although those founda-
most of all, why are you doing tional pieces have come from
this? It took a lot of conver- far and wide, Osterholm swells
sation, a lot of prayer, relying with pride in talking about the
heavily on family, friends, faith steady stream of all three of
and ‘God whispers,’ those little those that have come from his
nudges that give you a calming own hometown of Waukon.
peace that this, indeed, is the “The support from Waukon
right decision.” has been absolutely incredi-
Osterholm says the decision ble,” he shared. “I could feel the
to be an organ donor should be prayers, and I knew that Mom
strongly considered by all those (the late Abigail Osterholm who
who are physically and psy- passed away in November
chologically able. “You have a 2017) was always right there
Since meeting, the Braatz and Osterholm families have become close.
choice,” he said. “There is such with us - I could feel her rosa-
Pictured at Common Grounds (the coffee shop on the Marian University campus in Fond du Lac,
a need for all organs. Whether ries guiding me through it all.
WI) are, front row, from left: Janet Osterholm, Paul Osterholm, Nicole Braatz and Mary Braatz.
it be something like this, where My sisters had a medal bless-
Back row, from left: Maggie Osterholm and Candy Braatz-Markert.
you share a piece of yourself ed that I wear to this day. From
Photo by Sarah Razner/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin.
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Teen gives hope with blankets
by Kristin Kopperud Stinn her parents that she wanted to from a blanket. Howard wants
make more blankets for those people to know that someone
What can a soft, fuzzy, suffering in the community. out there cares, even when life
homemade blanket provide? Howard’s parents agreed and seems bleak. She shared that
Warmth? Comfort? Hope? helped her purchase fleece and one recipient told her it was
Taylor Howard certainly be- crafting materials to create the the small things, like receiving
lieves it can. The freshman at blankets. a handmade blanket, which
Waukon High School has creat- Most of the individuals who make the biggest difference.
ed nearly 20 blankets for those have received a blanket from The fleece fabric used to
in need in the Driftless Area. Howard have had cancer, and make the blankets costs any-
It all began last spring in the four of those were children. where from $25 to $35, with
10th Hour after school program She has a three-ring binder trademarked fabric, such as
under the direction of Virginia where she keeps a mini profile those featuring National Foot-
Kurth and Mary Jo Kelly, where and photo of each blanket she ball League (NFL) teams or
Howard learned to make fleece has made and given away. Disney characters, costing
tie-blankets for local area can- Howard said, “I feel a con- more than solid-colored fabric.
cer patients. After completing nection with the people I’ve For anyone who would like
some blankets with her class- given to, whether I know who to make a donation to Tay-
mates, Howard asked her they are or not. I try to make lor’s Blankets of Hope, bank
teachers if it was okay for her it a short stop when I meet up accounts have been set up at
to give one of the blankets to with them so that I’m not taking Waukon State Bank and Viking
her great-aunt, Peggy Skaggs up much of their time, but some State Bank. Donors are asked
of Mabel, MN. They agreed and of them like the company and to make sure to reference
Howard took a blanket to her we just start talking about their Taylor Howard when making
great-aunt, who passed away journey.” a donation. For more informa-
less than a week later. Howard set up a Facebook tion and photos visit Taylor’s
Howard felt inspired to make page, “Taylor’s Blankets of Blankets of Hope Facebook
more blankets after the experi- Hope,” and welcomes requests page at: https://www.face-
ence of giving a blanket to her from individuals who know book.com/Taylors-Blankets-Of-
great-aunt. She shared with someone who might benefit Hope-2265143713496107/. Waukon
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