Tag: cerebral palsy

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I Want to Meet Disney’s Princesses!

October 17th, 2011

Translation Name: Alana Age: 6 State: AL Alana is a joyful young girl who loves music, cartoons, and angels. At only 7 years old she also collects butterflies and enjoys school! She is described by her family members as being smart and energetic. She adores princesses and anything pink! Shortly after being born, Alana was [...]

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Cruise was a wish come true for SPHS senior

October 12th, 2011

Translation MERRIMAC — When the national children’s charity Kids Wish Network granted Sauk Prairie High School Senior Gage’s wish to go on a cruise, it meant a break from the rigors of his life-threanening illness. His grandmother and guardian Linda said Gage had been increasingly sick for the last year and lost 15 pounds. At [...]

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I Met Mickey Mouse!!!

August 16th, 2011

Translation Name: Noah Age: 12 State: OH Right after he was born, Noah suffered a bleed in his brain which caused brain damage. Then, at only 8 weeks old, his doctors diagnosed him with having cerebral palsy. This condition includes a group of disorders affecting the brain and nervous system functions, impairing activities such as [...]

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Timofiy’s “Magical” Wish Comes True!

August 5th, 2011

Translation Name: Timofiy Age: 10 State: WA At 5-months-old, Timofiy was diagnosed with having cerebral palsy, a condition that affects motor functions. Because of this, Timofiy does not have full use of his hands and relies on assistance to eat. His speech and hearing are also impaired and he uses a hearing aid. Timofiy did [...]

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Corbin’s Awesome Wish

June 15th, 2011

Translation Name: Corbin Age: 11 State: CA When Corbin was a year old, he was diagnosed with having a seizure disorder, hearing impairment and cerebral palsy (CP). CP is a group of disorders that impair brain function, movement and other nervous system functions. Because of his impairments, Corbin attends a special school for deaf children [...]

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Marquis Met “Mary Mary”

May 26th, 2011

Translation Name: Marquis Age: 8 State: GA Marquis was born prematurely and has cerebral palsy, which has affected his education as well as daily activities such as writing and moving around. He is confined to a wheelchair and often requires assistance breathing from a breathing machine. Marquis also suffers from a seizure disorder called epilepsy [...]

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Daniel’s Wish Comes True!

March 25th, 2011

Translation Daniel is from Illinois and was born with cerebral palsy which has left him with limited use of his arms and legs. When I asked Daniel what his wish was he said without hesitation that he wanted a bike that he would be able to ride. I began calling some of our faithful sponsors [...]

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BAM! Brian’s Wish to Meet Emeril is Granted!

March 18th, 2011

Translation Name: Brian Age: 16 State: TX When Brian was born, it was discovered that he had a life-threatening medical condition called cerebral palsy. Brian is not able to walk, dress himself or do many other daily tasks that most 16-year-olds can do. He relies on an electric wheelchair for mobility and must have someone [...]

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Kids Wish Network is a national charitable organization dedicated to infusing hope, creating happy memories, and improving the quality of life for children having experienced life-altering situations. Kids Wish Network assists children and their families through several key programs.