My team
My Story…
Hi! My name is Mila. I was diagnosed with Juvenille Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) before my second birthday. It all started with a swollen ankle and a limp while walking. It was painful to walk and was initially dismissed as a soft tissue injury. After several weeks of no improvement using various over-the-counter medications and numerous doctor vIsits, I was referred to BC Children’s Hospital. From there it was confirmed that I had JIA, and the doctors set out a treatment plan for me.
Although there have been periods where I haven’t required medication, I have essentially been on medication for the past 7 years. Unfortunately, the flare-up recently expanded to a third joint but so far medication has allowed me to stay active and healthy.
To raise awareness and support a pain free future for kids with juvenille arthritis and rheumatic disease, I am participating in the 2022 Vancouver 5km Charity Challenge Run with Team Cassie + Friends
Description
This year, I will be running in support of kids and families affected by juvenile arthritis (JA) and other rheumatic diseases with Cassie + Friends Society. Cassie + Friends is a national charity focused 100% on kids and families impacted by juvenile arthritis and other rheumatic diseases. Cassie + Friends provides much needed education, awareness, support programs, advocacy and research to families across Canada.
What is JA?
JA is an incurable autoimmune disease in kids that attacks healthy joints and steals childhoods. It’s just as common as Juvenile Diabetes (every 3 in 1000 kids) and yet receives a fraction of the research, awareness and support. Kids with JA live with pain, fatigue and fevers, and many require aggressive medications like chemotherapy.
In 2023, Cassie + Friends is raising money for:
- Providing parents with access to a private Online Support Network
- Supporting families with emergency funds and medical equipment
- Helping fund Monthly Expert-Led educational webinars
- Connecting youth with trained peer mentors
- Fueling critical Advocacy + research into safer Treatments and a cure.
Thank you for your support towards a pain-free future for kids and families affected by juvenile arthritis and other rheumatic diseases!
#TeamCassieAndFriends #JAWontStopMe
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25 | Brodie clan | $82.02 |
| Jun 25 | Simon Leong | $107.72 |
| Jun 24 | Mckenzie Li | Undisclosed amount |
| Jun 20 | Paulette pehl | $107.72 |
| Jun 20 | The Leungs | $54.31 |
| Jun 19 | The Pehls | $100.00 |
