The Polar Bear Dip has been raising money for River Hospital in Alexandria Bay, NY for over 30 years. I am so thankful and honored to be able to dip again this year for my fourth time! Being able to give back to the hospital is something so important to me for a variety of reasons. When I was a little girl this hospital saved my life and so it seems only fitting that I give back in a way to keep the cause going. I am lucky enough to work in the River Post-Traumatic Stress Services unit where we serve people in high-risk occupations who witness trauma on a daily basis. I couldn't imagine working for or spending my time trying to support another agency. River Hospital has allowed me to not only chase my dreams of becoming a therapist, but also to come back home and live out this dream. I am so excited for this dip and all the ones I will be able to continue participating in moving forward!