At Osgood Bank, we are passionate about supporting our community and our team. Our Loan Officer, Cris Klenke, has a niece battling MPS. To show our support, the entire Osgood team wore purple to a recent quarterly meeting.
In response to the support, Cris Klenke shared her thoughts:
"Knowing that my employer is compassionate and creates awareness of this rare disease impacting my family, and other children in our community, is very important. The action of inspiring others to wear purple and informing them of the disease really means a lot to me"
What is MSP I?
MPS I is a rare, inherited genetic disorder in which one's body does not have any or enough of a certain enzyme to break down long chains of sugar molecules. When the chains cannot be broken down, they build up in different parts of the body, leading to various health issues including damage to cells, tissues, and vital organs 1.
Showing Our Support
Osgood Bank seeks out opportunities to support unique and challenging circumstances for people in our communities. Our hope is to provide a sense of comfort to those faced with unfortunate and life-altering situations. We want to make sure others know they are not alone and cared for during life's challenges.
As the Chief People and Culture Officer at Osgood, we want our employees to thrive and feel alive by demonstrating how much we care about our communities. We believe our actions bring a smile and sense of peace to others during turbulent times when all else seems hopeless. Osgood Bank is blessed to be a part of returning good to our communities by lifting others.
How Can You Help?
The National MSP Society recommends everyone learn more about this disease and ask families where they need support. Ask questions, listen to their stories, or share your own. Reach out by sending a card or a meal after hospitalization.
Mucopolysaccharidosis I (MSP I) awareness day is May 15th.
Visit www.mpssociety.org for more information on this disease including symptoms, treatments, and more ways to help.
