COREY NICKELL FUND

Corey is the 2½ year old son of Jim and Debra Nickell. Jim is one of our Captains for the Milford Community Fire Department. Corey was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma Cancer on February 9^th, 2007. He is in Stage Four of his Cancer. So the Men and Women of the Milford Community Fire Department are starting a Chain of Courage for him. We would like for you to keep the chain going to get as much courage for our Little Hero! We are selling wristbands for $5.00 with all money going to the Corey Nickell Fund, which has been set up at any Fifth Third Bank. We as a department would like to thank you for your support, in helping our Little Hero get back to perfect health.

What is Neuroblastoma?

Neuroblastoma is a tumor of nerve tissue that most commonly comes from the abdomen (the adrenal glands, which sit on top of the kidneys), but can also start in the neck, chest, or pelvis. Unfortunately, regardless of where it starts by the time it is diagnosed the cancer has often spread (metastasized) throughout the body, usually to the lymph nodes, liver, lungs, bones, and bone marrow.

 Who Gets Neuroblastoma?

Neuroblastoma is mainly a tumor of infancy and early childhood. In fact, the majority of Neuroblastoma cases are diagnosed in children younger than 5 years of age. It is rarely found in children older than 10 years of age. Actually, the tumor is often present at birth but not detected until later, when it has grown to a noticeable size and/ or starts to cause symptoms.

Fund Raising

The members of the Milford Community Fire Dept. along with the help of many other fire departments, community organizations, and people in the community have organized several different fund raisers to help cover the costs associated with this major illness.  The money raised goes solely to the Corey Nickell fund which is setup to help cover medical costs and any other costs associated.  Below are some details on how you can help.  For questions about fund raisers you may call the Milford Community Fire Dept @ 513.831.7777.

                                   Wrist-bands                                              Window Stickers

                      $5.00 ea.                                                        $3.00 ea.  

T-Shirts

$10.00 ea.
Adult and youth sizing - call for availability

To purchase any of these items or for information on events, you may call the firehouse @ 513.831.7777 or ask any of the members of the department.

UPDATE:  The Dinner/Dance/Auction Benefit was very successful.  Thanks to all of you that attended, donated, and/or helped organized for the benefit.  A total of $14,500 was raised overall.  Thank you very much for your support.

Call 513.831.7777 or stop by the firehouse for more information.