Tells the story of Teddi Mervis, a twelve-year-old girl brain cancer victim, and describes how Camp Good Days and Special Times helps children with cancer

For the Love of Teddi: The Story Behind Camp Good Days and Special Times

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Buttino, Lou

Diseases & Physical Ailments

Praeger Pub Text

Praeger Pub

Teddi Mervis lost her fight with cancer when she was 12 years old. Beginning with the diagnosis of her brain tumor, the story tells of her three-year battle for life--a struggle she eventually lost. Although Teddi passed away, her memory inspired those who had helped her to deal with her suffering to band together to aid other children who are facing cancer.
These people and thousands of others inspired by Teddi's story--from construction workers to college students to bank presidents--helped form an organization whose primary purpose is to make the lives of children as happy and rewarding as possible. The organization, Camp Good Days and Special Times, Inc., has become one of the largest and most successful organizations of its kind in the world. It is credited with breaking down the barriers for children with cancer and creating pioneering new programs. The 2001 Edition carries the story forward from 1990 with new photographs and an afterword. This book serves to teach and guide those who must cope with the devastating ordeal of childhood cancer.

For the Love of Teddi: The Story Behind Camp Good Days and Special Times The 2001 Edition

Biographies & Memoirs

Praeger

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Politics & Social Sciences

Buttino, Frank

Politics & Government

William Morrow & Co.

Camp Good Days and Special Times: The Legacy of Teddi Mervis

In 1979, nine-year-old Elizabeth "Teddi" Mervis was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Not able to experience even the simplest joys of childhood, she felt frightened, isolated and alone. Her father wanted to change all that, not only for his daughter but also for other children with cancer. With the support of thousands in and outside of Rochester, New York, Camp Good Days created a new world for those touched by cancer, violence or any other affront to a child's dignity. The spirit and legacy of Teddi Mervis live on in the success of the organization she inspired.

Arts & Photography

Photography & Video

The History Press

In 1979, nine-year-old Elizabeth Teddi Mervis was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Not able to experience even the simplest joys of childhood, she felt frightened, isolated and alone. Her father wanted to change all that, not only for his daughter but also for other children with cancer. With the support of thousands in and outside of Rochester, New York, Camp Good Days created a new world for those touched by cancer, violence or any other affront to a child s dignity. The spirit and legacy of Teddi Mervis live on in the success of the organization she inspired. 
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