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Showing up for Dante

Showing up for Dante

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$8,920 raised of $15K CAD

65 donations
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Help Give Dante Every Opportunity to Thrive

Our son, Dante, is a happy, resilient little boy living with an incredibly rare chromosome deletion called 5q14.3 Deletion Syndrome. This rare chromosome deletion has left him with significant developmental delays and challenges that affect nearly every aspect of his daily life.

Dante is non-verbal, uses a wheelchair, has epilepsy, low muscle tone, involuntary movements, and requires around-the-clock care. Despite everything he faces, he continues to smile, inspire everyone around him, and remind us every day what true strength looks like.

Raising a child with complex medical needs comes with overwhelming financial challenges. While some essential medical care is covered, many therapies, specialized equipment, adaptive devices, travel expenses, and promising treatments are not. Every new opportunity to help Dante reach his fullest potential often comes with a significant cost.

We are raising funds to help cover:

* Intensive therapies (physical, occupational, speech and communication)
* Specialized equipment and mobility needs
* Adaptive devices that improve his quality of life
* Emerging therapies and treatments that may help him continue to grow and reach new milestones

Every donation, no matter the amount, brings Dante one step closer to opportunities that could make a meaningful difference in his life. If you’re unable to donate, simply sharing our story with others means more than you know.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in Dante and being part of his journey. Your kindness, generosity, and support give our family hope and help us continue fighting for every milestone, every smile, and every chance for Dante to thrive.

Love,
The Norcia Family
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Desiree Norcia
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Barrie, ON
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