We're excited to support the Hansen Family and the Josh Schiffman Cancer Lab.
Josh is a renowned pediatric hematologist-oncologist at
Primary Children's Hospital and Huntsman Cancer Institute. Dr. Shiffman's
research focuses on the development of childhood cancer and he runs a
translational genomics laboratory to identify which children are at risk for
cancer and why.
The Hansen Family have three children, two with special
needs. Together, they've faced cancer, chronic, debilitating illness and
Neuromuscular Disease, with associated disabilities.
The oldest son, Oakley is on life-support. Oakley, has
survived over one hundred surgeries. He had two strokes, which left him a
quadriplegic. He also suffered two cardiac arrest, which caused damaged to the
majority of his major organs. Oakley also sustained a severe traumatic brain injury.
However, Oakley's unyielding love, courage, strength and perseverance continue
to strengthen and humble the Hansen family. As he passed his 21st birthday
recently, his status with insurance has become more complicated and dire. This
has been overwhelming for the Hansens, but even during this time he continues
to teach us the importance of celebrating individual strengths and always
striving to rise above their limitations.
Gracey's Harvest of Hope is a 501c3 organization. #graceysharvestofhope
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