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Boehringer Ingelheim Launches “ Conoce a Don Francisco ” Sweepstakes . One Lucky Winner and a Guest Will Meet Beloved TV Host and Entertainer
Don Francisco in Miami Boehringer Ingelheim Continues to Engage and Educate Hispanics in the U . S . with Type 2 Diabetes
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals , Inc . ( BIPI ) announced today that it is launching the “ Conoce a Don Francisco ” sweepstakes , offering a chance to meet iconic entertainer Mario Kreutzberger ( better known as Don Francisco ), who for the past two years has been the face of the company ’ s “ Cuida Tu Don ” initiative . Aimed at engaging and educating Hispanics with type 2 diabetes , which Don Francisco is affected by , Cuida Tu Don provides resources for treatment options and tips for long-term healthy lifestyle choices .
The Conoce a Don Francisco sweepstakes prize includes roundtrip airfare for two to Miami , hotel accommodations , and transportation to-and-from a private dinner with Don Francisco . Entries can be submitted by visiting www . ConoceADonFrancisco . com .
“ We are proud of our partnership with Don Francisco to engage and educate the millions of Hispanics in the U . S . living with type 2 diabetes Cuida Tu Don has focused on ,” said Thomas Seck , M . D ., vice president , Clinical Development and Medical Affairs – Metabolism at Boehringer Ingelheim . “ Our new sweepstakes offers fans the chance to meet Don Francisco in person , providing another way for him to inspire others to face the challenges that come with living with type 2 diabetes ."
“ Type 2 diabetes is part of my life , and I ’ ve experienced first-hand that by staying informed I can still do everything I love and live life to the fullest ,” said Mario Kreutzberger . “ I ’ m excited to have the opportunity to meet the winner face to face .”
In order to join the conversation about the sweepstakes , friends and family can share their stories on social media using # ConoceADon- Francisco . The winner will be chosen by June 16 , 2016 , and the trip will take place between June 27 and July 1 , 2016 .
For official sweepstakes rules , terms and conditions and to enter the Conoce a Don Francisco sweepstakes , please visit www . ConoceADonFrancisco . com . For helpful tips and resources in Spanish about type 2 diabetes , please visit www . CuidaTuDon . com , and always remember to speak to your healthcare provider about any questions or concerns you may have .
About Diabetes Approximately 29 million Americans and an estimated 415 million people worldwide have type 1 or type 2 diabetes , and nearly 28 percent of Americans with diabetes — totaling 8 million people — are undiagnosed . In the U . S ., approximately 12 percent of those aged 20 and older have diabetes . T2D is the most common type , accounting for an estimated 90 to 95 percent of all diagnosed adult diabetes cases in the U . S . Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when the body either does not properly produce , or use , the hormone insulin .
For many families that are struggling with guardianship issues , a Guardian Ad Litem can better help Children communicate with an oftennon-comital court system
As anyone that has ever been through a sticky divorce involving the custody of minor children knows , fighting for custody of an abused child can be a challenging journey . Today ’ s family court judiciary system is often afraid of making one decision or another and therefore allow unfit parents to retain their parental rights . A to the children , they have very little rights or say in the matter and even teenage victims are denied the opportunity to speak on their behalf .
The Guardian ad Litem program can help , “ IF ” the court allows .
What is a Guardian ad Litem ( GAL )? A Guardian ad Litem ( GAL ) is a volunteer who has made a decision to speak up for a child in the dependency system , commonly referred to as the foster care system . Each year , there are more than 3,000 abused , abandoned and neglected children in Hillsborough County who are the subject of court proceedings . Their voices often go unheard and their best interests are overlooked because there is no one to take their case . A GAL is an adult member of the community who volunteers to become a part of the court program and represent the best interest of a child . carried out , and that families and children in need receive the help that they should . The GAL compiles the information received through various sources , and advocates for the child by assuring that his or her wishes are heard and that the best interests of the child are presented to the Court and affiliated agencies . The GAL is a vital part of the court process for any child involved in the child welfare system .
What does it take to be a GAL and make a difference in the life of a child ? Our Program will prepare you and teach you everything you need to know ! We provide you with GAL certification training . This is a three-part training including : an independent study , class time and work , and handson training with an experienced Guardian ad Litem . The independent study portion of the training combines an on-line segment and readings .
The classroom portion is only 15 hours in over five evenings or two Saturdays . The completion of the 15 hour training and the independent study portion of the training will then provisionally certify you so that you may be assigned a case and begin the field component of the training under the guidance of an experienced GAL volunteer , called a mentor . With the help of your mentor , you will learn and experience what it is like to be a GAL .
What exactly does a GAL do ? The Guardian ad Litem ( GAL ) represents the “ best interests ” of a
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The GAL independently conducts a thorough investigation on behalf of the child . Furthermore , the GAL Please give them a call to learn serves as a monitor of the agencies and persons who provide a difference in the life of a child !
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