Meet Katelynn, a silly and playful 5-year-old who loves playing with baby dolls, playing with her siblings, and going to school. She is curious about everything and loves to pretend to be a kitty.

Katelynn was diagnosed with a global developmental delay at 18 months old. She has recently been diagnosed with seizures. She also has been diagnosed with Chiari 1 Malformation (where the brain tissue extends into the spinal canal) and Craniosynostosis (where the skull fused together prematurely causing a misshapen skull), which is causing pressure in her head. With her being nonverbal, (She has some words but can’t communicate if she is in pain) her doctors have recommended a surgery on her skull. The hopes is after this surgery her Chiari 1 malformation will correct itself. If whatever reason is does not she will need another surgery.

This journey has been incredibly stressful for our family. There have already been a couple trips to SLC for hospital visits. Plus more scheduled in the next month. While trying to make a game plan for Katelynns care she has been out of school for about a month and Star has had to stop working to take care of Katelynn.

The cost of Katelynn’s surgery, post-operative care, and ongoing treatments is scary and overwhelming. We are seeking to raise a minimum of $2000 to cover travel expenses. Every dollar will go directly toward giving Katelynn the care she needs to thrive.

We are so grateful for any support you can offer—whether it’s a donation, a share of this page, or simply keeping Katelynn in your thoughts and prayers. Together, we can help Katelynn. Thank you for being a part of her journey.