Families We’ve Helped
Here are just a few stories from families in crisis who were lifted up by Miracles for Kids.
Anabelle went to visit Dad for a month in Mexico when she became short of breath. Mom brought her back to a nearby hospital in the US for COVID-19 testing but Anabelle returned negative. After further testing in Pasadena, she was sent to CHLA where she was diagnosed with Leukemia. The treatment caused Anabelle to lose her hair, so Mom decided to shave her head to let her daughter know she was not alone. With three other kids at home and quitting her job to be with Anabelle, Mom was struggling to keep up with finances. We stepped in to support the family through our Bill Pay Program and Basic Needs Program. Each month, we helped them keep up with their utility bills and send PPE, additional basic needs items, and seasonal goodies.
Kiara was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, a rare congenital heart defect. It was devastating for mom and dad. Within the first year of her life, Kiara underwent two heart surgeries. Since then, she has undergone two more, along with multiple surgical procedures for heart catheterization and her GI tube placement. It has been a long and harrowing journey for Kiara and her family. They are thankful for the support from Miracles for Kids who understands the struggles they face with a critically-ill child and is there to help.
Oziel started having pain in his wrists and ankles, but doctors couldn’t find anything wrong. When he started bruising easily, mom took him back and he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Oziel is on the autism spectrum, so it was hard for him to understand the severity of the situation. It has been a financial struggle for the family, as they began to fall behind in their bills. When they connected with Miracles for Kids, mom felt relieved and was able to focus on Oziel’s care without worrying about losing their home.
Parents' Testimonials
Miranda M.
“Miracles for Kids has been a huge help to Miranda and our family. They genuinely care about the well-being of families like mine.”
Denise M.
I just want to thank Miracles for Kids for your help. We are infinitely grateful to all of you for your assistance, which does us so much good. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you very much, and may God bless you always.”
Diego O.
“For my son and for me, Miracles for Kids has been of great mental health help, and we look forward to the boxes each month. May God continue to bless and help more children. For us, it has been of great importance in his life.”
