1. family and parenting

Lower Naugatuck Valley
Parent Child Resource Center, Inc.
30 Elizabeth Street  Derby, CT 06418
Phone: (203) 954-0543  Fax: (203) 954-0544
Contact:
Veronica Parsloe
Director of Development & Marketing
Tel. 203.954.0543 ext. 130
Email: [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Parent Child Resource Center (PCRC) will be hosting its Fourth Annual “Pedal for PCRC” on
Sunday, May 31, 2015 at PerkinElmer in Shelton to benefit behavioral health programs that serve
children and families of Connecticut
Who:
This is an open event for all ages. Child care will be available. The Devil’s Gear Bike
Shop of New Haven has offered to donate bicycles for this event to any kids, adolescents
st
or adults interested in participating. Please contact us know by May 1 if you would like to
use a bicycle for the day.
What:
As the leading provider of children’s behavioral health care, PCRC is hosting its signature
cycling fundraiser, “Pedal for PCRC” on Sunday, May 31, 2015, with proceeds supporting
diverse programs and services vital to the health of our community.
New features include a 2-mile Kids’ Ride, Health Fair, and “Activity Spree.” These will all
take place in the contained parking lots at PerkinElmer. We would like individuals who
are not able to ride, families of riders, healthcare professionals, and other community
members to still be able to participate in our signature event. Also, the purpose of the
“Spree” is to provide the opportunity for all who attend to try something new. Security will
be present to ensure the safety of all participants.
A “Thank You” BBQ will take place at noon for the street riders with lunch, provided by
Dave M. Grant Caterers and beer provided by Two Roads Brewing, Southport Brewing
and Black Hog Brewing. Food and beverages will be sold at cost for all guests who are
not riding. WPLR will also have a tent playing music.
Please follow our social media:
Facebook: Pedal for PCRC
Facebook: PCRC’s Activity Spree
Twitter: @PedalforPCRC
Google +: Parent Child Resource Center
Last year we had around 100 riders and raised over $50,000. This year, our goal is to
raise $80,000!
The fee for an individual rider is $100; please contact us for special group rates, including
corporate rates, police and students. The fee to participate in the Kids’ Ride and Walk are
each $25. The cost to attend the “Activity Spree” is $10. The Health Fair has free
admission. PCRC has documents that may assist you with your fundraising. We
encourage people to do additional fundraising to exceed to the goals of these cost
minimums.
Event Website & Registration: http://pcrc.kintera.org/pedal2015
Alternate Registration: https://www.bikereg.com/pedal-for-pcrc-2015
PCRC is funded in part by the CT Department of Children & Families and is a Valley United Way Partner Agency
Lower Naugatuck Valley
Parent Child Resource Center, Inc.
30 Elizabeth Street  Derby, CT 06418
Phone: (203) 954-0543  Fax: (203) 954-0544
When:
Sunday, May 31, 2015. The following street route options with starting times loop
throughout neighboring towns and cities back to PerkinElmer:
62-mile at 7:30 am
30-mile at 8:30 am
15-mile at 9:30 am
The Kids’ Ride and Walk are 2-mile, secure paths located in the contained parking lot that
are open to entry during any time between 10 am and 1 pm. The Walk will last throughout
the day, so participants may enter at their convenience or after the rides.
All riding is expected to be finished by 11-11:30 am. in time for the wrap-up lunch at noon.
Both the “Activity Spree” and Health Fair will take place from 11 am to 2 pm.
Where:
PerkinElmer, 710 Bridgeport Avenue, Shelton, CT 06484.
Why:
“Pedal for PCRC” 2015 will raise funds to support PCRC’s successful clinical programs
that deliver a state of the art care to our clients – as a leader in the delivery of mental
health services to children and families. Each year we serve more than 1,200 children,
many who suffer from serious behavioral and emotional problems, including trauma,
abuse and neglect.
How:
For more information on sponsoring, riding, walking, running a workshop or demonstration
at the “Activity Spree,” or exhibiting at our Health Fair, please contact Veronica Parsloe at
203-954-0543 ext. 130 or [email protected].
PCRC is the leading provider of behavioral health services to children and families in the Lower
Naugatuck Valley. Programs, including the Child Guidance Clinic, Valley Kids Belong programs,
Child First, Triple P In-Home services, Early Childhood Consultation Partnership, Therapeutic
Mentoring Program, Intensive Outpatient Program, and the Prevention through Early Intervention
Program, help children and their families so that they may develop to their fullest potential.
PCRC is funded in part by the CT Department of Children & Families and is a Valley United Way Partner Agency
Lower Naugatuck Valley
Parent Child Resource Center, Inc.
30 Elizabeth Street  Derby, CT 06418
Phone: (203) 954-0543  Fax: (203) 954-0544
“Saving Lives by Passionately Caring for Children, Families and Community.”
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PCRC is funded in part by the CT Department of Children & Families and is a Valley United Way Partner Agency