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Cayden’s Journey
Our son Cayden is 14 years old. He is nonverbal, autistic, and full of joy. In December 2025, he was diagnosed with an aggressive, high-grade malignant bone tumor in his right arm. Despite treatment, his cancer has continued to progress.
Cayden’s care is now focused on comfort and quality of life. He experiences increasing pain and mobility challenges and now needs a wheelchair for longer distances. We have transitioned to palliative-focused care, making every decision with love, dignity, and Cayden’s comfort at the center.
I have had to step away from work to care for Cayden full-time. Between medical costs, travel, daily living expenses, and loss of income, the financial strain has grown quickly.
This fundraiser is not about fixing the unfixable..it is about time, comfort, and being present with our son and the time we have left with him.
If you’re able to donate, share, or leave a kind message, please know how deeply grateful we are.
Thank you for seeing Cayden and for supporting our family during this heartbreaking time.
With gratitude,
Christina & Cayden
Organizer and beneficiary
Christina Tuikka
Beneficiary




