Minnesota Vikings extend special invitation to Jennifer Rue

Through the generosity of the Minnesota Vikings and Hotel Ivy, Cook County staff were able to provide an employee battling cancer a special trip to a Vikings game on Dec. 17.
 
Jennifer Rue, a social worker employed as the adult mental health case worker with Cook County Public Health & Human Services, has been battling brain cancer since March of this year. The severity of Rue’s illness has forced her to recently leave her job with the county while she courageously battles the disease. Rue loves the Vikings and all NFL football, but her illness has limited her ability to go to games. County Administrator Jeff Cadwell worked with other state agencies, as well as Rue’s sister, to arrange the trip.
 
The Minnesota Vikings provided complimentary tickets and on-field passes for Rue and a friend to attend the game. The Hotel Ivy provided a complimentary room with concierge, valet, room service, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and refreshments.
 
“All of the staff of the Vikings, Hotel Ivy, and US Bank Stadium were extremely accommodating and gracious in anticipating Jen’s needs during her stay, and went out of their way to provide a fantastic memorable experience,” Cadwelll said. “We are so grateful to all who were involved for making this possible for her.”
 
County colleagues also recently held a fundraiser lunch to assist Rue and her family with the costs of medical expenses.

Below is audio of WTIP's Jay Andersen speaking with Cadwell and County Employee Grace Bushard as they discuss the experience that Rue had going to the game at US Bank Stadium.