"If it ain't broke, don't fix it". This saying has been used by many over many years. This approach has also been responsible for the demise of many good things. Change is inevitable. It is the only thing constant and never gets tired. If you ignore it, you may do so to your own peril. The Cffb has realized that we are functioning in a rapidly evolving environment, and as one of my colleagues would say, we can't let grass grow under our feet. Recently we went through a worksh

As an organization, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Barbados grew quickly. It took hard work, determination, due diligence, strategies, and a few other attributes that allowed us to grow at the rate that we did. We had significant help and support from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's New York groups who really offered us a great example and huge amounts of guidance. Locally, we have grown to be on a more sound footing than organizations that have been in existence before u

People helping people, creates an atmosphere that is not adequately described in words. It warms the hearts of both the givers and recipients. Volunteers who help with the connection process also feel a sense of accomplishment, especially when everything goes well. 2018 was one where we realized the achievement of being able to assist more families affected by Cystic Fibrosis (CF) in very tangible ways to so they can better cope with this expensive and deadly illness. On Satu

Years ago, when our son, Joshah was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), we didn't know what to expect. Everything in the experience was so new to us. We never even knew that an illness referred to as CF even existed. We then found out that this illness could not be even treated in Barbados as there were no resources to adequately cater to someone who has CF. Our local doctor, contacted their colleagues within the US so that we could visit for an initial consultation. Well,

Sometime ago, we were first being introduced to Cystic Fibrosis [CF]. It was a learning curve that affected a number of us in Barbados given the small size of our population. At the time we launched, our doctor who served on the Board of the Cffb presented the following to aid us in understanding what CF was all about. Here's that presentation: Cystic Fibrosis.....what is it? #AwaretoCare #CysticFibrosis #CFBarbados

12 years ago, the process of testing for Cystic Fibrosis [CF] was quite different when administering the sweat test. How do we know? We found out from The Turtons who happen to be getting their last child tested. Keila's older brother Josha has CF, and therefore she's at high risk for also having the illness as well. As you may be aware, the testing cannot be done locally within the Caribbean, and therefore we must trek to the metropolitan areas for diagnosis and treatments.

Daily, we all face challenges of one kind or another. Some of them seem larger that we can adequately cope with. Others try to make us feel as if we're all alone with what we're facing coming in from all sides trying to crush the very life from us. Sometimes our needs may be financial, where we experience the pressures of daily living. Another time it may be a relationship that we're navigating whether it be personal/professional. It is said, what doesn't kill you makes you s

There's so much to consider when running a charity. It takes effort to keep the charity in the forefront of the minds of those who are served and who are willing to serve. Sometimes the sheer magnitude of the tasks that need to be completed can be quite daunting. Despite these seeming challenges; it just needs to be done. Now that we're past the "warm 'n fuzzies" of entering a new year. You then have to knuckle down and realize there is a lot of work to be done. Meeting with

The days are going so quickly this month, we just don't want you to miss it. What are we referring to? Our annual 5K Walk/Run taking place on Saturday, July 1, 2017. It promises to be fun and we're hoping this would be our biggest one yet as we seek raise funds for those who have Cystic Fibrosis. This year we have a larger group of people who have been diagnosed with CF and in need of funding. Yes, it is an expensive illness to care for, and yes the medical care is not availa

As we continue to build awareness about CF, we are doing new things to allow you to participate more. On our website, we now have a forum. It's so easy to participate! Click the hyperlink Sign up or sign in Contribute to one of the categories Browsing there via our website is also easy. Just enter https://www.cfbarbados.org/ and navigate. Looking forward to seeing your inputs, and to seeing you at our annual 5K early next month. #Volunteers #5KBarbados #CFBarbados #Communic

Are you excited?!? Lots of people will be with the highly anticipated annual 5KWalk/Run. Just check the above flier for details. Every year we grow bigger as more walkers and runners become aware of our efforts. Saving lives is key to why we do it. Cystic Fibrosis is an expensive illness with soaring medical costs which are not available in Barbados. Therefore all who suffer from it must travel overseas to obtain their medical checks and treatments multiple times during the c

The success of an organization benefits from the attention paid to the details. This is known first hand by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Barbados; who have come a very long way within a short time frame. Has it been easy? No! Not by any stretch of the imagination. The achievements of the Cffb have come about as a result of the tireless efforts of the leadership and the volunteers. Throughout the year, there are constant meetings and communication where ideas, techniques,

It's finally coming together. Route check Organization in progress Participants growing We begin at Southern Plaza, Oistins Car Park at 06:00 Hrs sharp for the runners and 06:02 for those walking. We will travel towards Keizer Hill, up to the junction at Upper Carter's Gap, through until Enterprise Road, and then proceed to Enterprise Beach aka Miami Beach. We want to surpass the numbers of previous year; while building the necessary awareness and amassing the really needed f

Having realized the multiple ways that those who interact with us use the internet, we have found it necessary to look at how and what we are communicating and where our supporters prefer to interact on the web. Here's what we found, though they are many options available, those with whom we interact prefer the following: 1. Our website 2. Facebook 3. Twitter 4. Google + 5. Our blogger site - The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Barbados Consequently we have revamped our website