October 2021 Newsletter | Page 4

LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
St Johns Members ,
Brad Calkins has been an integral part of St . Johns Golf & Country Club since 2018 and is currently our Head Golf Professional . In June , Brad suffered a life alerting setback when he was admitted to the hospital with an unknown illness . Over a seven-week period , through numerous tests , appointments , and studies , doctors diagnosed Brad ’ s disorder as Diastolic Heart Failure . This condition reduces the efficiency of the heart ’ s operation , restricting the blood flow through the body . Through medications and lifestyle adjustments , the illness can be managed , but not cured .
Since August , Brad has been able to resume his full responsibilities at St . Johns . The effect his presence has on the Club is tremendous with his positive attitude , dedication to members , and service he provides to all guests . Everyone Brad comes into contact with immediately recognizes how wonderful a person he is . Many of us are aware that hospital visits , medications , and routine doctors ’ appointments come with a heavy financial burden . The love we have for Brad , inspires us to take action and help shoulder these costs .
This month , a Go Fund Me page was created to assist Brad with these costs . We ask that you please take time to visit https :// www . gofundme . com / f / brad-calkinsassistance-fund and consider contributing towards this assistance fund . Also , consider sharing this page with any guests and friends that are familiar with Brad . Together , we can help relieve the stress and burden .
Thank you for taking time to consider assisting and providing your unconditional support .
Sincerely

Ben Pasquith

General Manager
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