Inspiring Stories from Radiothon 2024
Meet some of the families who moved our community during the Country 105 Caring for Kids Radiothon in 2024.
Tatum | Sloane | Xavier | Cyril | Wyatt | Katie | Jaxson & Joseph | Ryder | Henry | Railey | Simon | Parker | Mica | Yahea
Tatum’s Story
They say life doesn’t give you more than you can handle, but when Barry’s son Tatum was suddenly fighting for his life – less than two years after losing his mom to cancer – it was the experts at the Alberta Children’s Hospital, and the kindness of strangers who helped get them through.
Sloane’s Story
Sweet Sloane is wise beyond her years. Diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma, she’s seen more this past year than any child ever should. Yet through it all, Sloane has stayed strong and, with the help of her team, is determined to “kick cancer’s butt”.
Xavier’s Story
As a social worker, Coralee was used to providing support for families in the Alberta Children’s Hospital Emergency Department. But last summer, she found herself on the other side of things when her son, Xavier, received a shocking diagnosis.
Cyril’s Story
Having played football at an elite level for many years, grade 12 student Cyril is no stranger to pushing through and finding strength on the field. But when a cancer diagnosis sidelined him, this determined young man gave new meaning to the phrase “putting on your game face”.
Wyatt’s Story
When Jen thinks about the Alberta Children’s Hospital and how the team here helped her son, Wyatt, she’s incredibly grateful. That’s because when it comes caring for kids, it’s beyond saving a life…or a child’s sight…it’s about saving their childhood…or even saving their dreams.
Katie’s Story
Even when you do everything you’re supposed to as a parent, you can’t guarantee your child’s health. Jenn learned this lesson and many more when her daughter, Katie, suddenly needed the Alberta Children’s Hospital to save her life.
Jaxson & Joseph’s Story
Jaxson and Joseph are so close, their mom Jeryn calls them “little magnets”. Not only do they share a strong brotherly bond, they both carry a genetic anomaly that requires ongoing care and support from the Alberta Children’s Hospital.
Ryder’s Story
No parent wants or expects their child to need a hospital. Yet after more than 17 years of exceptional care from this one, Julie is finding is hard to say goodbye… so much so that she wrote a heartfelt letter to cardiology nurse, Patty.
Henry’s Story
To 2-year-old Henry, the Alberta Children’s Hospital is the place where he gets to play with trains and drums and bubbles. His mom, Lisa, knows special people here are keeping her boy alive… and have kept their family afloat during incredibly challenging times.
Railey’s Story
When Raymond talks about his son, Railey, you can hear tremendous pride in his voice. Listen carefully and you can also hear it quiver when he remembers how close their family came to losing him three months ago.
Simon’s Story
Most of us can’t begin to fathom the pain of losing a child. But when they faced the unimaginable with their son, Simon, Travis says his family found love and comfort at Rotary Flames House. And today, memories of Simon shine on in their hearts.
Parker’s Story
Ann always dreamed about being a mom, but when her son Parker needed life-saving surgeries beginning at only two days old it was clear that ‘life’ had a different plan. Over the following weeks Ann found hope, faith and a supportive ‘family’ at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.
Mica’s Story
Todd’s daughter Mica was only three when she began having seizures. He is so proud of the bravery she showed when faced with challenges beyond her years, he wrote her a beautiful poem reflecting on her journey and her incredible strength through it all.
Yahea’s Story
10-year-old Yahea is well aware that the Alberta Children’s Hospital saved his life – more than once! Yet rather than focus on how sick he once was, he remembers the friends he made and how grateful he is for the team who cared for him.
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