Sunday, April 06, 2008

JUDE JOHNSON & CARL HORTON RAISING FUNDS FOR JAYNE BRAY



HAMILTON JAZZ MUSICIAN JAYNE BRAY (JAYNE BRAY 'N JAZZ DOGS)
As many in Hamilton [ON] are aware, Jayne's cancer has returned. She is facing the next unknown time period with inspirational grace & spirit. So many of you want to help - here are some ways to show your support & caring.
Home Care
Jayne came home to Locke St. N. in Hamilton on March 27 and hopes to stay there as long as she is able. Jayne is in a hospital bed on oxygen & will have nursing help come in. Someone needs to there 24 hours a day.
Chris Bingham is coordinating a schedule to provide some off time for Randal so he can do his music, errands, etc. We hope he will take some breaks for rest & fresh air. Please call Chris at 905 523-1323 if you can do a shift.

Financial Donations
Money is much appreciated and can be deposited in person or online to: Locke Street Branch of the Royal Bank (at Main street), Account # 01822-7584675, or by cheques payable to Randal Hill - note "Jayne Bray Donation" on cheque. You can also mail same to: Jayne Bray/Randal Hill at 161 Locke Street North, Hamilton, ON L8R 3B1.

How else can we help? The following items can be coordinated thru Jayne’s page on Facebook or by calling & leaving a message at 905 525 1832.

Food
Pre-made meals - casseroles/soups/easy lunches or dinners – use recyclable, non-returnable dishes, if possible
Services
Errands/groceries/light housekeeping/laundry/repairs/gardening
Driving
Offer transportation for appointments/misc errands
Visits
Depending on how she is feeling, Jayne is hoping to see friends as much she is able - plan a short visit, maybe a small private concert or other fundraising opportunities.

Please feel free to add to this list & circulate other ways you may be able to help raise money for Jayne.

Fundraising Concert - Saturday, April 26 - "Heartsongs" Concert
Jude Johnson with Carl Horton & guests
Unitarian Church
170 Dundurn St. S.
Wine/cheese and CD sales donations go to Jayne Bray.

Info and tickets - 905-523-7142

Do you have other suggestions? Ideas to help?

Put your idea on Facebook or call Chris at 905 523-1323 or contact Jude at judej@nas.net.
Please forward to anyone you think may want to help. Thank you....
Jude Johnson
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