Regular meetings of Polio Epic are held on the second Saturday of the month, 10:00 a. m., at HealthSouth. Board meetings convene on the first Thursday of each month, 10 a.m., at DIRECT offices. For more information call 750-8608.

POLIO EPIC'S MISSION STATEMENT:

Polio Epic, Inc., founded in 1985, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization of polio survivors and their families, community professionals and other interested parties.  Our mission is to provide education, support and community connections that empower polio survivors with tools necessary to make adjustments needed to continue a life of dignity, independence and interdependence.

FRANK WADLEIGH
FUNDS GRANT

Polio Epic, Inc., is accepting applications for its membership for a one-time financial assistance.  This program is made possible by a bequest Polio Epic received from Frank Wadleigh, a long time member and supporter of our efforts. The purpose of the program is to improve the quality of life for members, while supporting the overall mission of Polio Epic.  Reasons for requests can be as varied as the members making them, all are seriously considered. To apply, the member must:

1) Be in need of financial assistance;
2) Be at risk for health or safety hazards;
3) Live in Pima County and be a current member of Polio Epic;
4) Have not received a previous Wadleigh Grant;
5) Are applying for durable goods and/or services only; and
6) Have mailed the completed application by February 1 or August 1 to the P.O. Box listed below.

Assistance is limited to a maximum of $400 per grant. Selection is based upon economic and social need, with priority given to those individuals who have no other resource. All applications are prioritized by the Board of Directors, with assistance from our Professional Advisory Board, as needed. An application may be accessed by clicking on any application links herein, or by contacting Dave Marsh at 327-3252 or davejonmarsh@msn.com. Applicants will be notified by the board's decision in writing by March 1 or September 1. Send your application to:

Post-Polio Support Group
ATTN: Frank Wadleigh Grant
P.O. Box 17556
Tucson, AZ  85731-7556

POST-POLIO 101 - Rev. June 2010

In 2005, a grant was awarded to Polio Epic, Inc. to create an informational document to use in educating local polio survivors, medical professionals, and interested community members about  Post Polio.  It is suggested that you make a copy for your Health Professionals.