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Honoring Twenty Years of Supporting Families

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Emalene’s Story

Emerald’s daughter, Emalene, was diagnosed with bladder cancer that metastasized to her lungs. The treatment plan includes chemotherapy weekly requiring Emerald to quit a new job so she could be with her daughter. She shares the difficulties faced with treatment, her other daughter’s struggles, and the importance of the support There With Care has provided to her family.

Hannah’s Story

“Our daughter, Hannah, was born at 29 weeks by emergency c-section. She came out with small, stiff lungs, which meant that we needed to spend a long time in the hospital to help her lungs grow. She needed a lot of oxygen to to live – when the lungs are not functioning well, it taxes your heart. That caused her to have pulmonary hypertension.”
– Hannah’s mom

Laurie’s Perspective: Supporting Families Through Medical Crises

Hear from Laurie about how we are helping families in many ways

Dashun’s 485-Day NICU Journey

A routine hospital appointment took a terrifying turn when Tiffany unexpectedly went into labor at just 24 weeks, requiring an emergency C-section. Her son was born weighing only one pound, nine ounces, and began a long and arduous journey in the NICU. It was a month before Tiffany could finally hold him. The feeling of helplessness was overwhelming; the instinct to protect and comfort her child felt tragically out of reach. Her son remained hospitalized for 485 long days. Each day brought new challenges, and the experience became more, not less, difficult. Five brain surgeries led to the need for a tracheostomy and feeding tube. Now, daily therapy sessions fill their lives, a constant reminder of her son’s fragile start. Adding to the stress, Tiffany was laid off the day of his last surgery. Despite the immense emotional and practical burdens, she strives to maintain a positive outlook for her children and family.

Struen, Heart Transplant Patient and her mom, Heather

Heather’s daughter was born with a rare and severe heart defect called hypoplastic left heart syndrome. Following three open-heart surgeries, Struen’s condition deteriorated, leading to heart failure. Their family are now facing the daunting journey of waiting for a heart transplant.

Heather and her husband are incredibly grateful for the support of There With Care. The financial and emotional toll of this experience is immense and ongoing. The consistent help from There With Care of groceries and gas cards has been a lifeline, allowing them to focus on Struen in the hospital, without worrying about the added stress of everyday needs. This is their story…

When Care is Needed

Laurie noticed a shift in her daughter, Frankie – she was sleeping a lot, and she did not seem to want to do much of anything. Soon after, Frankie was hospitalized with depression. Laurie struggled to balance caring for her daughter and working as the sole provider.

Rosa and Leo’s Story

Today we share the incredible story of Rosa and Leo, a testament to the power of love, resilience, and the support of There With Care. Rosa, in an unwavering display of maternal devotion, left everything behind to be by Leo’s side. For 16 months, her life was a whirlwind of hospital corridors and endless worry, missing precious moments with her other children. Hear Rosa’s heartfelt words about how There With Care became more than a helping hand; they became her family.

Bin Blessed Is Making a Difference and Helping There With Care

See and hear how Bin Blessed has supported their community and focused on how each person can make a difference.