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Who We Are at JTs Events
Our Story
At JTs Events, our passion is to make a difference in the lives of people who need advocates and caregivers, and especially for JT. We are a group of JT's family and friends who have JT's best interest in mind. JT continues to motivate his family and friends in making a difference in the lives of some very special children and now it is time to make the difference in JT’s life.
JT's best friend and biggest supporter was his Dad, John Ford. He was the founder of JT's Tee Off golf tournament and created JTs community to make a difference in the lives of others.
JT's Story
At JTs Events, we believe that everyone has the power to make a difference. We are committed to providing opportunities for people to help others.
From the beginning JT was special. He was truly a blessing and still is to all of us. JT reminds us every day of what really matters.
Diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at the age of 2 ½, JT defied the odds and walked at 4. Now in his early 30’s, JT still remains non-verbal and intellectually challenged. He continues to battle Pancreatitis and Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome. These conditions have led to more than 70 hospital stays in the past few years alone. His most recent challenge/obstacle has been living with seizures. On October 15, 2011, JT suffered his first seizure, a grand mal. Later that same day he suffered another grand mal. JT spent weeks in the hospital and endured months and months of medication trials. But seizures haven’t stopped him from living the good life at home. And at home is where he wants to stay.
All net proceeds from JT’s tournament this year will be to benefit JT’s supplemental needs trust and will NOT be tax deductible. The special needs trust was established to supplement whatever benefits and services J.T. may need now and in the future. While recognizing that governmental and charitable programs contain many gaps, this trust will help J.T. to live as independently as possible at home with Debby and JoAnna and meet his future needs for residential, personal, and other nonmedical services.