Ten-year-old Emmy stole the show! Although barely peering over the podium, her speech to 144 golfers and 16 volunteers at the 7th Annual Golf Classic commanded a standing ovation and many teary eyes, including my own. Emmy was confident, poised, informed and oh so adorable while as she spoke from her heart about her food…
Lisa Rutter Founder of No Nuts Moms Group & Director of Support Group Development at FAACT FoodASC Member since 2016 Please tell us about yourself and why you are interested in food allergies. My name is Lisa Rutter and I am the Founder of No Nuts Moms Group and I also work for…
TEXT. TALK. TELL. With your help, the outcome could be priceless. About a week ago, I received a frightening text from my friend who is allergic to peanuts. She had eaten cereal at a hotel buffet which contained peanuts, not listed on the place card in front of the food. Feeling nauseous, she asked if…
Guest post by Jan Hanson, M.A. Going to college for most high school students requires considerable time and planning. Going to college when you have a food allergy or severe food restriction, requires extra planning and unique considerations, with safety often at the forefront. The question: Will The College Adequately Accommodate And Make Arrangements For…
