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# Jay's Juniors

Creating Joyful Memories for Families in Need

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- [Riddick](https://jaysjuniors.com/riddick/) - November 30, 2018 Meet Riddick!He’s 13-years-old and has been through a lot in his lifetime, having three brain surgeries, radiation treatment, and intellectual/learning disabilities. He is a loving and happy boy, that loves to write his letters/numbers, color and do art projects. He loves watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and hanging out with his older brother
- [Pryce](https://jaysjuniors.com/pryce/) - December 8, 2025 Meet Pryce!Pryce was diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma in 2018 at 3 years old. Since then, he’s cleared and relapsed multiple times. He’s currently in treatment for relapse #7. Through all of this, Pryce is still your typical 10-year-old. He loves math, video games, basketball and playing with his four older
- [Adrianna](https://jaysjuniors.com/adrianna/) - December 1, 2025 Meet Adrianna!She is 10 years old and has been battling cancer since she was 4. She’s obsessed with Taylor Swift and that’s who gets her through all of her surgeries, procedures and therapies. She loves arts and crafts and playing Fortnite. Her favorite color is pink and she loves leopard print. When
- [Sullivan](https://jaysjuniors.com/sullivan/) - November 27, 2025 Meet Sullivan!He was born 10 weeks early and was in the NICU for 3 months. He was born at 2 lbs 2 oz, withdrawing from alcohol. Although he has a severe form of cerebral palsy, he never quits! He loves playing with his siblings, watching Ms. Rachel and listening and dancing to
- [Emily](https://jaysjuniors.com/emily-2/) - November 27, 2025 Meet Emily!A few weeks before her 4th birthday, she came down with a very high fever. After going to urgent care and the pediatrician four times within a week, her family knew something was wrong. After further testing, doctors found out Emily’s bone marrow was 95% cancer cells and she was diagnosed
- [Zane](https://jaysjuniors.com/zane/) - November 27, 2025 Meet Zane!He’s in 9th grade and enjoys video games, museums and science! He has faced and overcome many challenges and obstacles throughout his life because of his spina bifida and kidney disease. We can’t wait to take Zane and his family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, Kroger,
- [Damon](https://jaysjuniors.com/damon/) - November 25, 2025 Meet Damon!He was born with spina bifida and hydrocephalus and has had a tough life right from the start. Within 48 hours of being born, Damon underwent two surgeries: one in his back and one in his brain. In the years to come he would undergo more surgeries. At the age of
- [Lylah](https://jaysjuniors.com/lylah/) - November 25, 2025 Meet Lylah!She’s full of energy and loves to dance, wrestle, and play basketball, baseball, and softball. You might even think she’s part mermaid! She enjoys spending time with her brother, Odin, whether they’re inside or outside. Lylah has a deep love for animals, especially cats, and adores Stitch, drawing, crafts, and, of
- [Easton](https://jaysjuniors.com/easton/) - November 24, 2025 Meet Easton!He’s 11-years-old and in 6th grade. He plays sled hockey at the Taylor Sportsplex for Metro Detroit Sled Hockey! It is an incredible adaptive sport for anyone with physical disabilities. He also likes to bowl with his friends! Easton has Myelomeningocele Spina Bifida and uses a wheelchair full time. He has
- [Monica](https://jaysjuniors.com/monica/) - November 24, 2025 Meet Monica!She’s an incredible 15-year-old girl who has been through more than most people ever will—and she’s still smiling! She fought brain cancer with courage, going through chemotherapy and radiation until she beat it. Then, even when she was diagnosed with ADEM a month after finishing radiation and couldn’t move her
- [Sofia](https://jaysjuniors.com/sofia/) - November 21, 2025 Meet Sofia!She’s 17-years-old and attends Flat Rock Academic Virtual Academy. She’s a Senior in high school and a honor student. She loves to draw and make bracelets. Sofia loves horror movies like Five Nights At Freddy’s. Sofia is a girl with a huge heart and a beautiful smile and makes this world
- [Eric](https://jaysjuniors.com/eric-2/) - November 21, 2025 Meet Eric!He’s 4-years-old and a twin. Everyone calls him Big E, Spider-Man or Miracle. He’s always enjoyed all sports and loves to play the drums and listen to music. We can’t wait to take Eric and his family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, Kroger, Planet Fitness, Masco, Kinetyc,
- [Griffin](https://jaysjuniors.com/griffin-2/) - November 20, 2025 Meet Griffin!Every day he reminds his family what true joy looks like. At just six years old, he’s already taught them more about love, courage, and kindness than they ever thought possible. Even with the challenges he’s faced with cerebral palsy, he meets the world with open arms and a heart full
- [Janelle](https://jaysjuniors.com/janelle/) - November 20, 2025 Meet Janelle!Meet Janelle or as her family calls her, Ellie! She has a rare genetic condition called leukodystrophy-Aicardi-Goutieres trex 1 syndrome. She is one and 400 in the world and roughly 1 and 6 in the state of Michigan. Her condition doesn’t stop her from doing the things loves. She is the
- [Evan](https://jaysjuniors.com/evan-2/) - November 19, 2025 Meet Evan!He turns 13 on December 6th! He’s a huge Detroit sports fan—especially the Lions and his favorite player, Aidan Hutchinson. Whether he’s playing Fortnite or Madden on his Xbox, building Legos, or out front tossing the football or playing baseball with his brother and cousins, Evan always brings the energy and excitement.
- [Kaden](https://jaysjuniors.com/kaden/) - November 19, 2025 Meet Kaden!He’s an amazing 9-year-old who was born with congenital deformities and EEC syndrome but he has adapted to his everyday life. He has prosthetics but would rather crawl around because that’s how he moves best. We can’t wait to take Kaden and his family to Disney World with the help of
- [Zoey](https://jaysjuniors.com/zoey/) - November 18, 2025 Meet Zoey!She is a true warrior. For years, she was sick and went through countless tests with no answers, yet she never lost her spirit. Eventually, she was diagnosed with a brain tumor and has since endured two major brain surgeries to remove parts of the tumor and completed two years of
- [August](https://jaysjuniors.com/august/) - November 18, 2025 Meet August!He loves watching Ms. Rachel and the Laurie Berkner Band sing alongs! He enjoys swinging on specialty swings, going down slides with mom, watching brother play (and trying to knock his towers down, haha), napping outside and going for long walks in the woods. Trips to the zoo and local museums
- [Lincoln](https://jaysjuniors.com/lincoln/) - November 17, 2025 Meet Lincoln!He’s an energetic, loving, silly little boy. He loves Mickey Mouse, Paw Patrol and digging in the dirt. His big sister is his favorite person in the whole entire world. He tries to do everything she does. He is super smart and loves learning new things. He is a very
- [Sophie](https://jaysjuniors.com/sophie-2/) - November 17, 2025 Meet Sophie!She was born with Bilateral Proximal Femoral Focal Deficiency, but when she was born, the doctors didn’t know what was wrong. Her condition affects her hips and legs—her right hip is basically absent — and it causes her legs to grow unevenly. She’s also missing parts of her hip, ankle, and
- [Emma](https://jaysjuniors.com/emma-3/) - November 14, 2025 Meet Emma!She’s 8-years-old and in the 3rd grade. Emma and her twin sister Ella were born 10 weeks premature due to complications from a condition called twin to twin transfusion syndrome. The girls stayed in the NICU at Mott for 42 days, but were tiny fighters and made it home before their actual due
- [Jeremiah](https://jaysjuniors.com/jeremiah/) - November 14, 2025 Meet Jeremiah!He’s two-years-old and a little rockstar! Born with multiple complex congenital heart defects, he has faced more challenges than most people do in a lifetime, yet he continues to shine with joy, strength, and laughter every single day. Jeremiah loves Mickey Mouse, Bluey, Toy Story, and Cars, and he never misses
- [Abrielle](https://jaysjuniors.com/abrielle/) - November 13, 2025 Meet Abrielle!She’s an amazing and awesome St. Patrick’s Day baby whom rocks an extra chromosome! Abrielle has the most contagious smile and heart warming hugs. She enjoys flashing lights and hand held instruments such as tambourine, clappers and Morocco to name a few. Abrielle has graced the big screens of Times Square in
- [Moni](https://jaysjuniors.com/moni/) - November 13, 2025 Meet Moni!Simone ‘Moni’ Martin is a 15-year-old who has an amazing sense of humor and quick wit. She has a very creative way of looking at things and brings a beautiful perspective to otherwise mundane experiences. She is incredibly strong and has a unique life story that encourages others to be brave
- [Grayson](https://jaysjuniors.com/grayson/) - November 12, 2025 Meet Grayson! He is the kindest, sweetest, strongest kid with the biggest heart! He is currently in Eighth Grade, his last year of middle school. He LOVES the Detroit Lions (he is the epitome of GRIT) and football. He played for the Canton Lions Junior Football League last year and has
- [Channing](https://jaysjuniors.com/channing/) - November 12, 2025 Meet Channing! He was born with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease (ARPKD) on November 21st, 2018. This unfortunate disease terminated his kidney function within days of being born which eventually required him to undergo a kidney transplant in 2020. His dad was fortunate enough to be his donor. As if that wasn’t
- [Cylis](https://jaysjuniors.com/cylis/) - November 11, 2025 Meet Cylis!He’s a wonderful kid. He is in 3rd grade, loves cars, trucks, dogs, & dinosaurs. He loves to make friends with every dog he sees & he has no fear. Cylis has faced & overcame so many obstacles & is finally starting to find his words. He loves to play outside. Everybody
- [David AKA Triple](https://jaysjuniors.com/david-triple/) - November 11, 2025 Meet David AKA Triple, a bright and brave 4-year-old with a heart full of joy and a spirit that refuses to give up. Triple was born with Kabuki Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder characterized by distinctive facial features, development delays, heart defects, endocrine problems, gastrointestinal problems, seizure problems, and many other medical conditions including immune deficiencies . He was diagnosed as an infant, but from day
- [Ava](https://jaysjuniors.com/ava-2/) - November 10, 2025 Meet Ava!She is 15-years-old and has an infectious smile! She’s such a happy young lady and brightens every room. She is so kind, loving and a loyal friend. Ava loves going camping and up north to Curran. She loves to color, draw and spend time with her friends and family. Ava enjoys spending time with her
- [Xena](https://jaysjuniors.com/xena/) - December 2, 2024 Meet Xena!She was admitted to DMC CHILDRENS hospital when she was 3 months old and remained there until 9-months-old. She was on a ventilator, another stronger machine and the ECMO support. She was pulled of ECMO when she was 5-months-old after being on it for 11 days. She had received all the
- [Keyon](https://jaysjuniors.com/keyon/) - November 20, 2024 Meet Keyon!He is 13-years-old and is the most amazing kid. He loves helping people & loves being big brother to his 4 sisters. Keyon also loves video games, building Lego’s and cooking. We are so excited to take his family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, Planet Fitness, Kroger,
- [Dylan](https://jaysjuniors.com/dylan-2/) - April 9, 2023 Meet Dylan!He’s 6-years-old and was born with Spina Bifida. His path was difficult from before he was born. At 23 weeks, he underwent surgery in utero to repair his spine. Despite the challenges he contends with, he’s so happy, tough and thriving! We are so excited to take his family to Disney
- [Skyler](https://jaysjuniors.com/skyler/) - November 28, 2023 Meet Skyler!He’s 14-years-old and was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. He’s had several open heart surgeries and had a heart attack when he was 10-years-old. His road to recovery has been nothing short of difficult but he’s so resilient. Skyler is the best and loves playing video games, hanging out with
- [Meadow (AKA Lynn)](https://jaysjuniors.com/meadow/) - December 2, 2024 Meet Meadow! Her friends call her Lynn! She spends her free time listen to music or working on her digital media class. She started loving photography when she was young and it’s grown since. She plans on continuing her media career through music and videography. She spends her time with her friends,
- [Ruby](https://jaysjuniors.com/ruby/) - December 2, 2024 Meet Ruby! Ruby “Sparkle” is in 2nd grade. Her favorite place to be is at school! She is a friend to all and really just enjoys spending her days with friends and teachers. She is the adored youngest of 6 and she loves to spend time with them all. Her favorite pastime is playing Roblox with
- [Chance](https://jaysjuniors.com/chance/) - December 2, 2024 Meet Chance! He’s a fun-loving kid who loves animals, especially cats. He also loves to game, whether it’s Valorant or Roblox. He keeps his grades up in school and lives comfortably in sweatpants! We’re so excited to take his family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, Planet Fitness, Kroger,
- [Adalyn](https://jaysjuniors.com/adalyn/) - December 2, 2024 Meet Adalyn! In 2016, she was born a micro-preemie at 25 weeks with her identical twin sister Brinley. The girls needed a lot of support at birth, especially in the respiratory department. Adalyn had a grade 4 brain bleed at birth, fought infections, & underwent heart surgery. Both our girls had a very challenging start in this world, and despite all efforts
- [Jacob](https://jaysjuniors.com/jacob-2/) - November 26, 2024 Meet Jacob!He was born with Down Syndrome, two heart defects and the unique challenges with Autism, Celiac Disease and Hypothyroidism. He had open-heart surgery at just 3-months-old. The support of his loving family and dedicated therapists has continued to match Jacob’s strength and resilience in making tremendous progress in his development. At home, he
- [Ethan & Ella](https://jaysjuniors.com/ethan-ella/) - November 26, 2024 Meet Ethan & Ella!Ella is a very kind 10-year-old. She has been dancing since she was 2-years-old! She danced with a special needs dance class for 5 years before branching out to regular dance classes. She now takes lyrical, jazz and ballet and absolutely loves spending time at her dance studio. There have been times
- [Cecilia](https://jaysjuniors.com/cecilia/) - November 26, 2024 Meet Cecilia!She is the strongest little girl and has been able to beat anything that has been thrown her way! Cece was able to ring the bell in May of this year! She was invited to walk in the Relay for Life in Monroe this past spring, where everyone cheered her on! She loves
- [Micah](https://jaysjuniors.com/micah/) - November 26, 2024 Meet Micah!She was born 2-1/2 months early, arriving right before Christmas. From the moment Micah arrived, she was a fighter and determined to defy the odds stacked against her. With a prognosis that Micah would not survive past the first week of life or be able to establish any relationships due to her mental capacity not
- [Willow](https://jaysjuniors.com/willow/) - November 22, 2024 Meet Willow!She’s an incredible 3-year-old who lights up every room! With a G-tube due to undiagnosed gastrointestinal issues, she has only 13 safe foods, relying on a special formula as her primary source of nutrients. Her biggest fans, especially her three sisters, cheer her on every step of the way. Despite numerous
- [Sutton](https://jaysjuniors.com/sutton/) - November 21, 2024 Meet Sutton!Living with Angelman Syndrome hasn’t been easy for her, but she continues to shine through any trials and tribulations that come her way. Some of Sutton’s struggles include epilepsy, being nonverbal, and difficulty with fine motor skills (for example, self feeding). She attends an amazing school where she receives occupational, physical,
- [Antonio](https://jaysjuniors.com/antonio/) - November 15, 2024 Meet Antonio!He is 16-years-old and was born at 35 weeks. Shortly after turning two-months-old, he started having seizures. He was in & out of the hospital over 500 times for the first five years of his life. Doctors didn’t think he would live very long. Antonio is nonverbal and uses an iPad for
- [Eleanor](https://jaysjuniors.com/eleanor/) - November 18, 2024 Meet Eleanor! She is 3-years-old and was born with Down Syndrome and a congenital heart defect. She spent 6 weeks in the NICU and had open heart surgery at 4 weeks old where she won the hearts of everyone on her team. Eleanor is full of energy and is so much fun
- [Gideon](https://jaysjuniors.com/gideon/) - November 19, 2024 Meet Gideon!He is 13-years-old and has battled many different medical challenges. His diagnoses have ranged from brain challenges, to heart challenges, to cancer, as well as becoming a paraplegic. He says that his toughest challenge, though, is losing his mom, Misty. No matter what circumstances or battles Gideon faces, he is still
- [Sarabeth & Amelia](https://jaysjuniors.com/sarabeth-amelia/) - November 14, 2024 Meet Sarabeth & Amelia!Amelia and Sarabeth were born 6 weeks premature as thoracopagus conjoined twins At Mott’s Children Hospital. They spent 100 days their first year of life in ICU; then were sent home with Mom and Dad to grow and wait for their big surgery. They spent their first 14 months of life together
- [Alivia](https://jaysjuniors.com/alivia/) - November 12, 2024 Meet Alivia! Meet Alivia! She’s 7-years-old and in the 2nd grade. Alivia was born with Spina Bifida and she has a bunch of the other medical diagnoses that go hand-in -and with her form of SB. Alivia is the happiest and sweetest child. She loves playing the recorder and her favorite movies
- [Luciana](https://jaysjuniors.com/luciana/) - December 8, 2020 Meet Luciana!Luciana is 4-years-old and has been dealt a difficult hand, but despite her challenges she’s the happiest and sweetest little girl you’ll ever meet! We were so excited to meet her mom and grant her Christmas wish with the help of Kroger, Masco, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Michigan State University Federal
- [Hana](https://jaysjuniors.com/hana/) - November 3, 2014 Meet Hana!Hana Ferguson is 14 years old and is in the 9th grade at Arts Academy in the Woods where she is majoring in vocal music. She also has dual enrollment at Macomb Community College where she is currently taking an English class. Her favorite movie would be Red or Nightmare Before
- [Dylan](https://jaysjuniors.com/dylan/) - November 20, 2018 Meet Dylan!He’s 13-years-old and has 3 siblings. Dylan lost his father to brain cancer in April and Dylan has also been fighting brain cancer himself. He was able to attend school this year and is happy to be back with his friends. He loves video games, especially fortnight! We can’t wait to
- [Ellie](https://jaysjuniors.com/ellie-2/) - August 23, 2024 Meet Ellie!Ellie is a bubbly 7 year old second grade student at Simonds Elementary. Ellie was born with Spina Bifida. She has had to endure many surgeries and medical interventions that have kept her away from school and its socializing for months at a time. Through all her trials she has always
- [Gabe](https://jaysjuniors.com/gabe-3/) - November 23, 2016 Meet Gabe!Gabe is 12 years old he just started Middle School and really enjoys it, His favorite subject is science. Gabe likes to play baseball in the summer and would like to start basketball in 7th grade. Gabe is also passionate about his video games. The most important thing to Gabe is his family. His favorite day
- [Zach](https://jaysjuniors.com/zach/) - November 21, 2016 Meet Zach!Share it with your friends! Make a Dream Come True. Share Your Child’s StoryDo you know a family with a child facing serious health challenges who could benefit from a magical experience? Nominate them for Jay’s Juniors! Our program is dedicated to providing unforgettable moments and joyful experiences for children battling
- [Jack](https://jaysjuniors.com/jack-2/) - November 20, 2016 Meet Jack!Jack is an amazing 5 year-old who has been through a lot in his short life. But you’d never know it when meeting him – he is all smiles! He enjoys going to Pre-Kindergarten class & the local library programs. He loves “helping” Daddy cut the lawn, riding right with him on
- [Cayley](https://jaysjuniors.com/cayley/) - November 16, 2016 Meet Cayley!Cayley is a fun, very happy 11 year girl. She loves playing with legos, games on her tablet, and watching movies. Cayley gets around at home primarily by rolling on the floor but outside she is one serious driver in her wheelchair. She loves to play “power games” with her siblings
- [Noah](https://jaysjuniors.com/noah-4/) - November 15, 2016 Meet Noah!Noah is a 10 year old boy whos battling Metastatic Ewings Sarcoma from sterling heights, he loves to read and his favorite books are diary of a whimpy kid and manga novels. He loves Joker from batman and asks everyone “why so serious?” He loves video games and playing Call of
- [Roland](https://jaysjuniors.com/roland/) - November 13, 2016 Meet Roland!Roland is a 10 year old 5th grader at Yack’s Elementary. He has two brothers, Leith, his fraternal twin and Holden, who is 4. Roland loves music, bike riding, roller blading and working with his hands (especially with his Grandpa in the garage). He also loves the outdoors and camping. This
- [Caroline](https://jaysjuniors.com/caroline/) - November 14, 2016 Meet Caroline!Caroline just turned 7 and is in the first grade. She loves school and is involved with Girl Scouts and basketball! She enjoys reading books and has had the opportunity to read to the pre-school class. She is fun loving, energetic, optimistic, and a very happy child. Caroline has a strong
- [Cassidy](https://jaysjuniors.com/cassidy/) - November 12, 2016 Meet Cassidy!When you first meet Cassidy you will instantly fall in love with her lovable personality. This 8 year old loves to sing & dance & act out her favorite movie (Frozen), when she grows up she wants to be a singer & marry Luke Bryan & Harry Styles. Share it with
- [Cali and Noah](https://jaysjuniors.com/cali-and-noah/) - November 10, 2016 Meet Cali and Noah! First…I have to tell you how excited I am. To have the honor of our family being chosen. Cali and Noah don’t understand vacation and Disney, but once they are there….It will certainly be a magical time for all of us. Cali just turned 9 the end
- [Matthew](https://jaysjuniors.com/matthew/) - November 8, 2016 Meet Matthew!Matthew is 11 years old, has Leukodystrophy known as vanishing white matter. He uses a wheelchair, he is a homebound student. Matthew is a heck of a fighter! The strongest, bravest boy we know! He loves Disney movies, sponge bob, Christmas music, his dogs, loves to visit the zoo, swimmimg, funny
- [Nicole](https://jaysjuniors.com/nicole/) - November 7, 2016 Meet Nicole!Meet Nicole: Nicole is a 16 year-old teenager who was born with hip dysplasia. At one point her hip got to a point of no return and they had to replace it when she was 12 years old. To this day, she has had an additional 5 hip revisions from the original
- [Rylee](https://jaysjuniors.com/rylee/) - November 5, 2016 Meet Rylee!I would like to tell you a little bit about our youngest daughter, Rylee, who was born with Spina Bifida. Rylee is 7 years old, is in second grade, has a great sense of humor, lots of personality and a little bit of sass! She doesn’t mind being the center of
- [Tanae](https://jaysjuniors.com/tanae/) - November 3, 2016 Meet Tanae!Ms. Tanae is 14 , she is very active , shes always been in adaptive sports, cheerleading, martial arts, involved in church, and just loves and wants to be with friends and family. She loves going to the mall with a friend she follows and being independant.Tanae has dreams and plans
- [Xavier](https://jaysjuniors.com/xavier/) - November 2, 2016 Meet Xavier!Xavier is a fun loving 7yr boy. Loves superheroes, Naruto Shippuden, anime, listening to music, playing video games, eating pizza, hotdogs and candy. He loves spending time with his family, especially going to the movie theater and playing with his 2 brothers David 8 and Gabriel 5. He is in 2nd
- [Amanda](https://jaysjuniors.com/amanda/) - November 1, 2016 Meet Amanda!Amanda is an amazing 17 year old. She has the biggest, brightest blue eyes. She can light up a room with her beautiful smile. She loves watching people and interacting with everyone she meets. She has the most amazing, happy, personality and is a complete joy to be around. Share it
- [RJ](https://jaysjuniors.com/rj/) - November 30, 2015 Meet RJ!My name is R.J. Kilcher and I am super excited about being a Jay’s Junior and I still cannot believe that I was picked. I am 11 years old, in the sixth grade and I Homeschool. I have Cerebral Palsy and some other stuff. Cerebral Palsy does not define me…it is
- [Kassi](https://jaysjuniors.com/kassi/) - November 29, 2015 Meet Kassi!Kassandra, Kassi, is a 15 year old that loves to hang out with her friends listening to music. She loves to paint and color. She likes to read Stephen King and James Patterson. She is quiet around people she don’t know, and has just recently learned to rock her scars from
- [Emily](https://jaysjuniors.com/emily/) - November 28, 2015 Meet Emily!Our Emily is a beautiful, smart seven year old who love life… She will always greats you with a big smile and a Hi…Hi… in the morning that will put you in a great mood for the rest of the day. I am not sure I can write a Biography about
- [Alex](https://jaysjuniors.com/alex/) - November 27, 2015 Meet Alex!Alex was born with a rare condition known as Septo Optic Dysplasia. through the struggles of everyday hormone therapies, physical and occupational therapy. Alex has become the bravest child I have ever known. He doesn’t allow his disabilities to stop him from growing and learning. He has learned to find ways
- [Luke](https://jaysjuniors.com/luke-2/) - November 26, 2015 Meet Luke!In most ways, Luke is your typical 8 year old boy. He is in the third grade at Salk Elementary School in Fraser. He likes learning about things that happened in history and doing science experiments. He is a cub scout and belongs to the Save The Animals Club at school.
- [Clarissa](https://jaysjuniors.com/clarissa/) - November 25, 2015 Meet Clarissa!Clarissa is a 8 year old identical twin. She takes pride in being the “older sister”, even though its by 3 minutes. Her favorite television shows are: 1. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2. Teen Titans Go 3. Doc Mcstuffin 4. ANYTHING to do with super heroes! Her hobbies include: 1. Playing
- [Ava](https://jaysjuniors.com/ava/) - November 24, 2015 Meet Ava!Ava is so excited to be chosen as one of “Jay’s Juniors”, and our family is beyond excited, humbled, and grateful to have been chosen for this amazing experience. Our family has endured a lot of tragedy and heartache over the years. It started back in August, 2007 when our 18
- [Tessa](https://jaysjuniors.com/tessa-2/) - November 20, 2015 Meet Tessa !Tessa is a 7 year old girl from Royal oak. She lives with her mom, dad, sister, cat & dog. She loves to dance, sing, play with make up and dress up fancy. She loves to play soccer on her team, the Dolphins. She loves hanging out with her friends and
- [Amber](https://jaysjuniors.com/amber/) - November 15, 2015 Meet Amber!Amber is an amazing 11 year old who loves life. She plays Miracle League baseball and bowling, TOPPSoccer and takes dance lessons. Amber also enjoys being a princess for her friends competing in local Miss America Organization pageants. She even won the title of miss Downriver’s Pre-Teen in September. It’s amazing
- [Ripley and Tristyn](https://jaysjuniors.com/ripley-and-tristyn/) - November 5, 2015 Meet Ripley and Tristyn!Our story of our two girls starts in May of 2008 when Ripley was born. She was a happy baby but just didn’t want to be held. I, Katie, learned not to hold her, as she would fuss and get upset if I did. Ripley learned to walk at
- [Hailey](https://jaysjuniors.com/hailey/) - November 7, 2015 Meet Hailey!Hailey Ambriz began her journey on October 8, 2011 at the age of 2. She was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor: Medulloblastoma. She had six months of high dose chemo followed by an auto stem cell transplant to “rescue” her bone marrow. Hailey and I spent ten days every month
- [Jordan](https://jaysjuniors.com/jordan-2/) - November 5, 2015 Meet Jordan!Jordan is a funny kid. He loves playing video games with his friends! He’s a huge anime fan, big time, he also likes movies, especially marvel comics. Although he fights with his sister he loves helping teach her things like how to play video games. He a likes to fish and
- [Andrew](https://jaysjuniors.com/andrew-4/) - November 3, 2015 Meet Andrew!Andrew is 16 years old but is developmentally an 18 month old. He loves music and playing with any toy that makes sounds and music. His favorite T.V. shows are Wheel of Fortune and Family Feud. He always has a smile even with all the adversity he has gone through. He
- [Seth](https://jaysjuniors.com/seth/) - November 1, 2015 Meet Seth!Seth is a 12 year old kiddo who is mature beyond his years and a pretty strong willed boy… Which has gotten him to where he is today. Seth enjoys computers, interactive games, mine craft, and a few other to name some. He likes to swim and roller skate … And
- [Brooklyn](https://jaysjuniors.com/brooklyn/) - November 23, 2014 Meet Brooklyn!Brooklyn is an 11 year old girl with Down Syndrome. She has a sweet and loving personality. She is very helpful around the house. She insists on picking out her own clothes( surprisingly they always match). Brooklyn loves to help out in the kitchen. She enjoys playing with her two younger brothers (
- [Alicia](https://jaysjuniors.com/alicia/) - November 21, 2014 Meet Alicia !This is Alicia she’s 15 years old and fighting a cancerous Brain Tumor, but it doesn’t stop her. Her favorite colors are purple, green, and blue! She loves the Detroit Tigers and Red Wings. Alicia also loves watching Vines on her iPad, always laughing about something someone posted! Share it with
- [Bryanna](https://jaysjuniors.com/bryanna/) - November 17, 2014 Meet Bryanna!Share it with your friends! Make a Dream Come True. Share Your Child’s StoryDo you know a family with a child facing serious health challenges who could benefit from a magical experience? Nominate them for Jay’s Juniors! Our program is dedicated to providing unforgettable moments and joyful experiences for children battling
- [Irfan](https://jaysjuniors.com/irfan/) - November 16, 2014 Meet Irfan!Irfan is 7 years old and loves adventure. His favorite activities include painting, going to the park, and traveling. He loves to ride on roller coasters, airplanes, trains, and yellow school buses. He also enjoys watching youTube videos of the cheese bus. Currently his favorite color is purple. His taste buds
- [Victoria](https://jaysjuniors.com/victoria/) - November 15, 2014 Meet Victoria!Riley Jean Miller is going to be 9 years old on December 3. Riley likes to watch Star Wars with her Dad, Rob and she loves the Disney cartoons Doc McStuffins and Sophia the First. Her favorite color is Pink. Riley dances at Viva Dance Company in their Special Needs dance class with
- [Patrick](https://jaysjuniors.com/patrick/) - November 13, 2014 Meet Patrick!Patrick Brennan is an engaging 10th grader at Livonia Franklin High School. He is a fan of all things music! From Elvis to Blake Shelton, Patrick can often be found watching The Voice, old episodes of The Sing Off, or searching music videos online. Patrick is a 7 year veteran of
- [Caiden](https://jaysjuniors.com/caiden/) - November 11, 2014 Meet Caiden!Favorite Movie: Scooby Doo Movies, Box Trolls, and The Incredibles Favorite Color: Yellow (At adoption when we changed his name he asked for his name to be yellow–lol) Hobbies: Caiden loves to read, play outside, and likes building with legos and kinex. He loves Monster Jam and super heroes. Caiden is
- [Mollie Faith](https://jaysjuniors.com/mollie-faith/) - November 9, 2014 Meet Mollie Faith!Mollie Faith is our little miracle! Mollie came to us as a foster baby with a diagnosis of trisomy 13. She was discharged from the newborn intensive care unit home to our family with a referral to Rainbow Hospice. We were told by the Doctors that we might have Mollie
- [Alec](https://jaysjuniors.com/alec/) - November 7, 2014 Meet Alec!Age 17 favorite movies: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows along with Elf favorite color :Red Hobbies and favorite things to do : Hunting , Fishing, Pinball and the time I get with my goddaughter Ella, along with my family and friends Goals: I use to want to be a professional
- [Torrin](https://jaysjuniors.com/torrin/) - November 7, 2017 Meet Torrin!Share it with your friends! Make a Dream Come True. Share Your Child’s StoryDo you know a family with a child facing serious health challenges who could benefit from a magical experience? Nominate them for Jay’s Juniors! Our program is dedicated to providing unforgettable moments and joyful experiences for children battling
- [Riley Jean](https://jaysjuniors.com/riley-jean-2014/) - November 1, 2014 Meet Riley Jean!Riley Jean Miller is going to be 9 years old on December 3. Riley likes to watch Star Wars with her Dad, Rob and she loves the Disney cartoons Doc McStuffins and Sophia the First. Her favorite color is Pink. Riley dances at Viva Dance Company in their Special Needs dance class
- [Lucas](https://jaysjuniors.com/lucas/) - November 5, 2014 Meet Lucas!Lucas is a 10 year old boy who has Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), he loves playing on his iPad and his laptop, he does 3D design on the computer. His favorite color is blue, he loves watching all Disney movies and all Disney Channels also he loves to watch wheel of
- [James](https://jaysjuniors.com/james/) - November 26, 2019 Meet James!He is a 3 year old boy who is full of love, bravery, and a beautiful soul. James is an extraordinary miracle. At 4 months old he received his gift of life, a precious heart. Prior to his transplant, his failing heart lead to other major organs to show similar signs,
- [Antanasio](https://jaysjuniors.com/antanasio/) - November 20, 2019 Meet Antanasio!Antanasio is 14-years-old! He was diagnosed in 2017 with Primary Media Stynal B-Cell Lymphoma. Three months later it spread to his brain and spinal cord. He’s the 2nd baseman for the Southwest Detroit Aztecs, loves watching the Detroit Tigers and enjoys playing video games. Share it with your friends! Make a
- [Ben](https://jaysjuniors.com/ben/) - November 13, 2018 Meet Ben!He’s a very happy, outgoing 8-year-old with a heart of gold. He’s had a rough couple of years starting with less than 6 weeks after his 7th birthday. He was diagnosed with osteosarcoma (bone cancer) in his right femur. He immediately started an intense chemotherapy regimen on January 1, 2017
- [Breana](https://jaysjuniors.com/breana/) - November 9, 2018 Meet Breana!This is Breana a.k.a Bre! Bre is 14-years-old and is a 2 times soon to be 3 times cancer survivor. Before her second relapse, Bre was a Junior- Varsity cheerleader for Oak Park High School. Her hobbies include online shopping, watching Netflix and spending time with family and friends. Bre is
- [Gabby](https://jaysjuniors.com/gabby/) - November 14, 2017 Meet Gabby!She is 11-years-old and LOVES to cook. She wants to be a chef one day as well as create her own lip gloss line. Gabby loves fashion and her favorite colors are green, gold and pink. Gabby and her family are coming to Disney World with Jay’s Juniors! Share it with
- [Andrew](https://jaysjuniors.com/andrew-3/) - November 6, 2017 Meet Andrew!H’es 9-years-old, loves playing outside, video games and goofing around. At first glance people might not know that he has been fighting this rare and aggressive cancer called Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor or “DSRCT” for short. If one takes a closer look they can see the hair that has turned
- [Abigail](https://jaysjuniors.com/abigail/) - December 5, 2022 Meet Abigail!She’s fun, loving, and energetic. Most days you can find her bouncing on the couches, playing outside and playing games on her tablet. She enjoys making crafts, drawing, playing pretend, singing loud to her favorite songs, and being social. To know Abby is to love her. She also loves making music
- [Lena](https://jaysjuniors.com/lena/) - November 29, 2023 Meet Lena!She’s 7-years old and was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia when she was 18-months. She endured several rounds of chemo, surgery and spinal taps. Lena just celebrated being cancer free for 5 years! While that’s the best news ever, she still has to be monitored by several doctors because of the
- [Claire](https://jaysjuniors.com/claire/) - November 7, 2017 Meet Claire!She is 11 years old and in the 6th grade. This pic was taken at her birthday party at Children’s Hospital of Michigan. Claire loves to craft, sew, and make slime!! She especially enjoys spending time with her best friend Abby. They love drinking an occasional treat at Starbucks and shopping
- [Colten](https://jaysjuniors.com/colten/) - November 8, 2017 Meet Colten!He is 5-years-old and has Spina Bifida. Some of his favorite hobbies are playing outside with his brothers and sister, dressing up in costumes, building LEGO creations, and cuddling! He loves SpiderMan, Star Wars, LEGO, books, music, stuffed animals, board games, Nerf guns, coloring, and painting. Share it with your friends!
- [Haley and Anna](https://jaysjuniors.com/haley-and-anna/) - November 9, 2017 Meet Haley and Anna!Haley is 17 and is in the 11th grade at L’Anse Creuse High School Central. She loves music and riding her bike and she loves her baby dolls. Some of her favorite songs include Scars by Alessia Cara and Roar by Katy Perry. Anna is 14 and in the
- [Griffin](https://jaysjuniors.com/griffin/) - November 10, 2017 Meet Griffin!He’s 15-years-old and likes playing Garry’s Mod and Minecraft on the computer. He loves to read, especially fantasy books and the book Wonder. His favorite TV shows are Dr. Who and Supernatural. He also like playing with my dog Bentley. Griffin likes school and is proud to have all A’s and a
- [Loryn](https://jaysjuniors.com/loryn/) - November 13, 2017 Meet Loryn!She is 4-years-old and loves dancing, singing and playing with dolls. We’re so excited to take Loryn and her family to Walt Disney World. Share it with your friends! Make a Dream Come True. Share Your Child’s StoryDo you know a family with a child facing serious health challenges who could
- [Liam](https://jaysjuniors.com/liam/) - November 15, 2017 Meet Liam!At first glance, he might seem like your typical 6-year old rambunctious boy, but just before his first Christmas, when he was only 7 months old, he suffered a traumatic brain injury at the hands of a care provider and was diagnosed with Shaken Baby Syndrome. Due to the extent of
- [Jimmy](https://jaysjuniors.com/jimmy/) - November 16, 2017 Meet Jimmy!He’s 16-years-old and is an honorary employee at Home Depot. He loves fishing, puzzles, playing musical instruments and making bird houses. We are so excited to take him and his family to Disney World! Share it with your friends! Make a Dream Come True. Share Your Child’s StoryDo you know a
- [Aubrey](https://jaysjuniors.com/aubrey/) - November 17, 2017 Meet Aubrey!Aubrey is a 4-year-old little fire cracker! She loves to dance and sings along to Imagine Dragons, Taylor Swift, Frozen, Little Mermaid and Moana soundtracks. Some of her favorite places include the library and the Detroit Zoo. She wants to be a teacher when she grows up, just like Mrs. Campbell,
- [Alexis](https://jaysjuniors.com/alexis/) - November 20, 2017 Meet Alexis!She’s 16-years-old and LOVES to clean, helping others, going on walks with her mom and taking car of her cats Olaf and Sven. She loves playing in the water and riding her bike! Share it with your friends! Make a Dream Come True. Share Your Child’s StoryDo you know a family
- [Jonathan](https://jaysjuniors.com/jonathan-2/) - November 21, 2017 Meet Jonathan!He’s turning 4-years-old on December 22nd and has been through a lot in the past three years. His hobbies and interests consist of riding on tractors and four wheelers, playing with tractors, hanging out with his papa, walking and helping on the farm and playing outside. He’s known for making those
- [Ashton](https://jaysjuniors.com/ashton/) - November 22, 2017 Meet Ashton! He’s 4 and loves playing outside, watching Pete the Cat on Youtube, dancing and playing with friends. He is a super sweet little guy who loves his family and friends. He is kind, caring and always ready to give a hug or kiss! Sponsored Content Share it with your friends! Make
- [Elissa](https://jaysjuniors.com/elissa/) - November 17, 2017 Meet Elissa!She’s 15-years-old and loves bowling, volleyball and hanging out with friends. She was diagnosed with Congenital Hydrocephalus when she was 3 weeks old. Hydrocephalus is an abnormal accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the ventricles of the brain. She had her first surgery, which was an emergency surgery on Halloween night of
- [Emma](https://jaysjuniors.com/emma-2/) - November 28, 2017 Meet Emma!She’s 16-years-old, loves to sing and is in the advanced choir and the A Capella club at School. She also sings at Church and has been the soloist for Mass. She has been a volunteer at the Toledo Zoo with the ZooTeen programs for three years. She has earned two Presidential
- [Noah](https://jaysjuniors.com/noah-3/) - November 29, 2017 Meet Noah!He’s 7-years-old and loves all things Pokemon. He loves battling on his Nintendo DS with his cousins, playing soccer and reading. We can’t wait to take Noah and his family to Disney World on Tuesday! Share it with your friends! Make a Dream Come True. Share Your Child’s StoryDo you know
- [Jack](https://jaysjuniors.com/jack/) - November 30, 2017 Meet Jack!He’s a bright and energetic five-year-old, with a smile that will melt your heart! Jack loves to be outside as much as he can, especially playing chase, kicking and throwing balls and jumping on the trampoline. He loves laughing along with his favorite song The Wheels on the Bus. Mickey Mouse
- [Blake](https://jaysjuniors.com/blake/) - December 1, 2017 Meet Blake!He’s 10 and loves collecting movies. He does not leave the house without packing a suitcase full of movies. Blake loves to pretend he is a superhero and is a superhero in our eyes. His wish is to meet the fresh beat band and Captain Man. Blake is in 5th grade and recently became
- [Wyatt](https://jaysjuniors.com/wyatt/) - November 8, 2018 Meet Wyatt!He is 7-years-old and has a smile and a laugh the lights up the room! Wyatt is the middle of 5 boys and works hard to keep up with his older brothers. He loves to draw, ride his bike, read and play games. Wyatt was born with Goldenhar Syndrome and has
- [Autumn](https://jaysjuniors.com/autumn/) - November 12, 2018 Meet Autumn!She’s 10-years-old and has a heart of gold. She is a lover of cats and unicorns. She is very introspective and has a very soft voice. That doesn’t stop her from talking up a storm, however. She loves her family very much. She had had over half a dozen surgeries in
- [Dakarai](https://jaysjuniors.com/dakarai/) - November 14, 2018 Meet Dakarai! He’s 14-years-old and is a freshman in high school. His favorite subjects are science and math and he loves playing sports! Two years ago, his passion for sports came to a end when he got very sick with a rare disease that was eating at his skin called Necrotizing Fasciitis. He’s
- [Jordan](https://jaysjuniors.com/jordan/) - November 15, 2018 Meet Jordan!She was born a happy little girl and at 2 ½ she started having seizures. The seizures returned like clockwork every 3 months and continued to rob her of any progress she made from the seizures before. She went from being able to sit on the floor for hours playing with
- [Jesse](https://jaysjuniors.com/jesse/) - November 16, 2018 Meet Jesse!He just turned 13 in July and enjoys playing outside and loves nature. He has a pet turtle he caught out of a pond and isn’t afraid to pick up snakes. He loves going on nature trail walks and looking for the next potential thing to call a pet. Besides nature
- [Jennie Pam](https://jaysjuniors.com/jennie-pam/) - November 19, 2018 Meet Jennie Pam!She is 5 years old and is diagnosed with Quadriplegic Cerebral palsy, Intractable Epilepsy, Failure to Thrive, Microcephaly , Hydrocephalous, prematurity of lungs, Globally Delayed and has right hemi field cut in her vision on both eyes. Jennie Pam has had 7 brain surgeries, 2 eye surgeries and lived much of her
- [Evan](https://jaysjuniors.com/evan/) - December 5, 2023 Meet Evan!He’s 15-years-old and was diagnosed with class 4 medulloblastoma after suffering months of headaches. On January 3rd, all visible signs of the tumor were successfully removed. He then began chemo and radiation. Evan is as selfless as they come. He’s always doing things to make others happy. Some of his favorite
- [Omar & Moises](https://jaysjuniors.com/meet-omar-moises/) - December 5, 2023 Meet Omar & Moises!They are 11 and 9-years-old and have Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. These boys are so sweet and we are so excited to take their family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, Planet Fitness, Kroger, Masco, Emagine Theatres, Canterbury Village and Angels of Hope! Hear all about Omar
- [Kinlee, Hailee & Kaiden](https://jaysjuniors.com/kinlee-hailee-kaiden/) - December 4, 2023 Meet Kinlee, Hailee & Kaiden!Kinlee is 10-years-old and was born a micro preemie. When she was days old, she got an intestinal infection which required emergency surgery and now she is g-tube dependent. She’s also legally blind in one eye and has poor vision in the other. Hailee is 9-years-old and was
- [Seamus](https://jaysjuniors.com/seamus/) - December 4, 2023 Meet Seamus!He’s 3-years-old and was born with a congenital heart defect called Tetralogy of Fallot. He also has hypoparathyroidism, so his body cannot absorb calcium. Through all of the complications he’s had to endure, he’s the most playful, loving, sweet and smart boy. His parents say ‘he is & always will be
- [Jacob](https://jaysjuniors.com/jacob/) - December 1, 2023 Meet Jacob!He’s 15-years-old and has Down Syndrome. In July, he went to the hospital for what they thought was a stomach bug. He was septic and went into cardiac arrest and doctors were finally able to revive him after 23 minutes. Doctors couldn’t believe he survived, but his strength and zest for
- [Jackson](https://jaysjuniors.com/jackson/) - November 30, 2023 Meet Jackson!He’s 3-years-old and has Cerebral Palsy. He was born at 24 weeks and has been a fighter since day one. Jackson started school this year and LOVES it! He’s such a sweet, happy boy who loves being tickled and hearing funny noises. We are so excited to take his family to
- [Maritza](https://jaysjuniors.com/maritza/) - November 28, 2023 Meet Maritza!She’s 7-years old and was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia when she was 18-months. She endured several rounds of chemo, surgery and spinal taps. Lena just celebrated being cancer free for 5 years! While that’s the best news ever, she still has to be monitored by several doctors because of the
- [William](https://jaysjuniors.com/william/) - November 27, 2023 Meet William!He’s 6-years-old and was born with Spina Bifida. His path was difficult from before he was born. At 23 weeks, he underwent surgery in utero to repair his spine. Despite the challenges he contends with, he’s so happy, tough and thriving! We are so excited to take his family to Disney
- [Kennedi & Dylan](https://jaysjuniors.com/kennedi-dylan/) - November 22, 2023 Meet Kennedi & Dylan!He’s 6-years-old and was born with Spina Bifida. His path was difficult from before he was born. At 23 weeks, he underwent surgery in utero to repair his spine. Despite the challenges he contends with, he’s so happy, tough and thriving! We are so excited to take his family
- [Lauren](https://jaysjuniors.com/lauren/) - November 21, 2023 Meet Lauren!She’s 11-years-old and has Down Syndrome. She doesn’t let anything limit her! She’s on two cheer teams and is on the Special Olympics swimming team. We are so excited to take her family to Disney World with the help of Jersey Mikes, Planet Fitness, Kroger, Masco, Emagine Theatres, Canterbury Village and
- [Olivia](https://jaysjuniors.com/olivia/) - November 20, 2023 Meet Olivia!She’s 14-years-old and has Cerebral Palsy, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and other genetic disorders. She’s been in-and-out of the hospital because her esophagus closes. Nothing stops Olivia from having the biggest personality and giving love to everyone she meets. She’s kind, strong and determined to try everything at least once! We are so
- [Charlie](https://jaysjuniors.com/charlie/) - November 17, 2023 Meet Charlie!He’s 7-years-old and has Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita. He was born with clubbed feet and clubbed hands and has had to undergo several surgeries including cutting his tibia bones and repositioning them to straighten his feet. He’s been through a lot in his short 7 years, but you’d never know it! He
- [Josie](https://jaysjuniors.com/josie/) - November 16, 2023 Meet Josie!She’s 4-years-old and has Microphthalmia, Peter’s Anomaly, Glaucoma and Lymphatic Malformation. She is blind in her left eye but can see with her right eye with glasses. Although her medical journey is ongoing, she’s doesn’t let anything stop her. She loves playing dress up, coloring, singing and dancing. She is a
- [Adrienne](https://jaysjuniors.com/adrienne/) - November 15, 2023 Meet Adrienne!She’s 11-years-old and has medically refractory epilepsy. She’s a very complex case and has had five brain surgeries to help reduce her seizures and give her a better quality of life. Despite all of the doctors visits, surgeries and therapy, she’s such a happy girl who loves her sister and her
- [Kaiden](https://jaysjuniors.com/kaiden/) - November 14, 2023 Meet Kaiden!He’s 4-years-old and has Spina Bifida. He spends a lot of time at the hospital and working in therapy. He’s the happiest little guy who loves his family and action figures. It’s his dream to go to Disney World! We are thrilled to take his family to Disney World with the
- [Colton](https://jaysjuniors.com/colton/) - November 10, 2023 Meet Colton!He’s 10-years-old and is diagnosed with Vascular Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. He is obsessed with toilets and loves spending time going to new places to flush toilets. He also loves swimming, going to the playground and camping with his mom and granny. We are thrilled to take his family to Disney World
- [Briella](https://jaysjuniors.com/briella/) - November 9, 2023 Meet Briella!She’s 9-years-old and lives with Spastic Diplegia Cerebral Palsy. She spends a lot of her time working hard in physical therapy programs to keep her strength, confidence, flexibility and mobility on track. She’s the happiest little girl, best big sister and would love to meet Mickey & Minnie! We are thrilled
- [Kameron](https://jaysjuniors.com/kameron/) - November 8, 2023 Meet Kameron!He’s 5-years-old and within hours of being born, he was placed on a ventilator and was diagnosed with Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of a Newborn. He was on life support for the first 30 days of his life. After genetic testing, they found out he’s the only documented case in the world
- [Zachary](https://jaysjuniors.com/zachary/) - November 7, 2023 Meet Zachary!At 14-days-old he went into cardiac arrest which caused a severe brain bleed. He also had an infection and lost more than 75% of his small intestine. Zach has two sisters who he loves and always has a smile on his face! He loves going to school and finds inappropriate noises
- [Dede](https://jaysjuniors.com/dede/) - December 6, 2022 Meet Dede!She is an extraordinary 13-year-old who happens to have Down Syndrome. She is always determined to show the world how far she’ll go. Dede was born with a heart defect and had open heart surgery shortly after birth. Despite her medical struggles and setbacks, she continues to smile and lights up
- [Cole & Bella](https://jaysjuniors.com/cole-bella/) - December 5, 2022 Meet Cole & Bella!Cole is 16-years-old and has a autoimmune disease. He has been on chemo based medications since he was 10 to control it and goes to the hospital every 4 weeks for treatments. He is a junior in High School and duel enrolled in college. He is a very talented
- [Tyler](https://jaysjuniors.com/tyler/) - December 5, 2022 Meet Tyler!He’s our final family for the year! Back in August Tyler underwent an open brain surgery to remove his seizure focus parts on his brain which involved removing the frontal, temporal and parietal lobe on the right side of his brain. He’s such a strong boy and the family can’t wait
- [Isabella](https://jaysjuniors.com/isabella/) - December 2, 2022 Meet Isabella!She is a 12-year-old 7th grader. While in kindergarten at the young age of five, Isabella was in critical condition at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. Suffering from fulminant myocarditis, which caused her to go into cardiogenic shock, she was placed on ECMO as a last ditch effort to save her life.
- [Adalynn](https://jaysjuniors.com/adalynn/) - December 2, 2022 Meet Adalynn!Meet Adalynn who is 10-years-old! She is known for her contagious smile and spreads joy everywhere she goes! She was diagnosed with quadriplegic, spastic, cerebral palsy around 10-months-old. She enjoys cheerleading with her CL Spirit, Cheerabilities team. She also LOVES the bus, going to school and shopping. “Addy” is very social,
- [Silas](https://jaysjuniors.com/silas/) - December 1, 2022 Meet Silas!He’s 3-years-old and has always been a very happy and positive individual. He maintained his attitude even when he was sick everyday and didn’t have much energy. He continued to be himself after his Leukemia diagnosis (April 10th 2021), and through all the poking and surgeries with the initial hospital stay.
- [Mihail](https://jaysjuniors.com/mihail/) - December 1, 2022 Meet Mihail!He goes by Mike and has had a rough few years. He’s autistic and was bullied so badly in school that he ended up in the hospital. On top of that, he lost his beloved grandparents and not long after his dad in a horrible car accident. Mike is one bright,
- [Andrew](https://jaysjuniors.com/andrew/) - November 30, 2022 Meet Evan!He is 5 years old, and has a mutation of his GRIN1 gene. Unfortunately, this gene affects the receptors in his brain that are responsible for memory and learning, and the mutation has caused a lot of health issues and 24-hour care. He has multiple seizures every day that have so
- [Juliana](https://jaysjuniors.com/juliana/) - November 28, 2022 Meet Juliana!At the beginning of April, while on vacation, Juliana started having some pain in her left arm. After a couple of trips to the hospital, her parents received the worst call of their entire lives. Juliana was diagnosed with B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Juliana’s strength and bravery throughout her journey
- [Jackson](https://jaysjuniors.com/jackson-2/) - November 28, 2022 Meet Jackson!He’s 13-years-old and was diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anemia at one week old. From six months to 10 years old, he had to get blood transfusions once every two to three weeks. That caused him to have iron overload which brought on more issues. Jackson underwent a bone marrow transplant on
- [Ajene](https://jaysjuniors.com/ajene/) - November 23, 2022 Meet Ajene!She’s 15-years-old and sustained a spinal cord injury from a gun shot wound a few months ago. She leans on her two brothers and sister for support since this tragedy and is grateful for their bond. Life has changed so drastically and she misses dancing and doing TikTok videos. A trip
- [Sarah](https://jaysjuniors.com/sarah/) - November 22, 2022 Meet Sarah!She is everybody’s best friend and a walking, talking bundle of love, joy and energy. She loves superheroes, Star Wars, and LOVES princesses. She never stops trying to make everyone smile. When she was 2 and diagnosed with Kawasaki disease, we thought that was tough… Then she developed a periodic fever syndrome
- [Tiffany](https://jaysjuniors.com/tiffany/) - November 21, 2022 Meet Tiffany!She was born with multiple complex congenital heart defects. Only half of her heart was functioning and the great vessels were in the wrong places so her blood flow did not allow oxygen to get to her organs. Her team of cardiac superheroes performed three open heart surgeries over her first three years to
- [Tessa](https://jaysjuniors.com/tessa/) - November 18, 2022 Meet Tessa!She’s a friendly, outgoing and energetic 10 year-old girl who happens to have Down syndrome. In addition to Down syndrome, Tessa also lives with autism and apraxia, which means more effort is required for her to communicate. Tessa spends her weekdays attending school in a blend of classes with other students with special needs
- [Marcel](https://jaysjuniors.com/marcel/) - November 17, 2022 Meet Marcel!He’s five-years-old and was diagnosed last year with stage 4 neuroblastoma. He had surgery to remove a tumor off of his spinal cord and a few months later went back into surgery through the stomach to try to get the rest of the cancer. Marcel has had five rounds of chemo,
- [Erin](https://jaysjuniors.com/erin/) - November 16, 2022 Meet Erin!She’s a very happy 10-year-old girl who was born with a rare form of ectodermal dysplasia, called Ankyloblepharon Ectodermal Dysplasia Clefting Syndrome. She was born with severe skin erosions covering 70 percent of her body. Because of this diagnosis it has caused many other medical complications including: continued skin erosions and
- [Emarion](https://jaysjuniors.com/emarion/) - November 15, 2022 Meet Emarion!He started his cancer journey in June 2022. His foot pain started in 2020 and doctors kept saying it’s due to growth in his feet but in January 2022 it began to form a knot under the skin. Doctors did X-rays and still saw nothing. The cyst became larger with more pain
- [Nathanael](https://jaysjuniors.com/nathanael/) - November 14, 2022 Meet Nathanael!His medical journey started at 6-months-old when his parents started noticing a deformity in his right leg. His doctor sent him for X-Ray’s and found out he had psudoarthrosis. This is very rare and can be a symptom of the genetic condition Neurofibromatosis type 1. After meeting with a geneticist, he
- [Gabe](https://jaysjuniors.com/gabe/) - November 11, 2022 Meet Gabe!He’s five years old and was diagnosed with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy. His journey has included many of ups and downs, his progress has been anything but a straight line including many setbacks along the way. He has been through the ringer with many interventions ranging from relatively minor, including bracing
- [Ja'mai](https://jaysjuniors.com/jamai/) - November 10, 2022 Meet Ja’mai!He’s 11-years-old and has Sickle Cell. This is a blood disease that causes red blood cells to clot together which causes severe pain. Despite everything he’s been through, he’s that happiest kid. His smile will brighten any room and his is the best big brother to Jamari. We wouldn’t be able
- [Timothy](https://jaysjuniors.com/timothy/) - November 9, 2022 Meet Timothy!Meet Timmy! He’s a kind hearted, intelligent, funny 3-year-old who loves his siblings and parents. He loves playing with his action figures, going to physical/occupational therapy, and watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse. His favorite color is blue and he loves a good happy meal. In March, he went down for his afternoon
- [Nyla](https://jaysjuniors.com/nyla/) - November 7, 2022 Meet Nyla!She’s our first Jay’s Junior of 2022. She was born with Spastic Diplegia Cerebral Palsy and with hydrocephalus. At four-years-old, Nyla underwent surgery and had to learn how to sit, stand and walk again. She’s now five and is running around and keeping her mom on her toes! She loves her
- [Ellie](https://jaysjuniors.com/ellie/) - December 21, 2021 Meet Ellie!She is six-years-old and has been medically complex since birth. She has congenital myopathy and muscular dystrophy. Ellie is the most patient little girl and everything she does in life is an inspiration! We’re making her Christmas extra special with the help our our partners Kroger, Masco, Planet Fitness, Emagine Entertainment,
- [Joshua](https://jaysjuniors.com/joshua/) - December 21, 2021 Meet Joshua!He’s 5-years-old and suffered a stroke at birth and has hydrocephalus, cerebral palsy and a rare form of epilepsy. Joshua has had 8 brain surgeries thus far. He has defied all odds and is such a brave little guy. He puts a smile on the face of anyone who meets him.
- [Kirsten](https://jaysjuniors.com/kirsten/) - December 17, 2021 Meet Kirsten!She was born at 29 weeks gestation with only one functional kidney and developed hydrocephalus. She was in the NICU for over 11 weeks. Throughout her life she’s had 5 brain surgeries. Kirsten is now 13-years-old and is such a blessing to her family! Let’s welcome her to Jay’s Juniors! We
- [Joslyn](https://jaysjuniors.com/joslyn/) - December 16, 2021 Meet Joslyn!She spent 28 days in the NICU when she was born because of severe global brain damage. She’s now the most loving 9-year-old girl. She spends a lot of time in therapy and has made lifelong friends with her therapists. We’re giving her family money just in time for Christmas with
- [Noah](https://jaysjuniors.com/noah/) - December 15, 2021 Meet Noah!He’s faced many challenges in his life, but he’s the happiest boy! He loves going on walks, listening to his favorite songs on YouTube and playing with his toys. Noah is now part of our Jay’s Juniors family! We want to thank Kroger, Masco, Planet Fitness, Emagine Entertainment, Jersey Mike’s, Canterbury
- [Luka](https://jaysjuniors.com/luka/) - December 14, 2021 Meet Luka!He’s two-years-old and spent 64 days in the NICU when he was born. Luka and his family have become frequent fliers when it comes to hospital stays. He has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and is most comfortable in his parents arms. His parents want a medical chair that he can be comfortable
- [Emma](https://jaysjuniors.com/emma/) - December 13, 2021 Meet Emma!She’s 8-years-old and was born with NF1. Her sister and dad have this condition as well. Even though she’s been through so much, she’s the happiest little girl and is asking for a Barbie DreamHouse this Christmas. We are buying her one with the help of Kroger, Masco, Planet Fitness, Emagine
- [Dominic](https://jaysjuniors.com/dominic/) - December 10, 2021 Meet Evan!Meet Dominic! He’s 4-years-old and his left has been spent seeing specialists and traveling from hospital to hospital. Dominic and his brother’s all have a condition that’s been considered ‘undiagnosed’ and is extremely rare. Despite everything, Dominic is a true light and one of the happiest kids ever. He loves going
- [Quinn](https://jaysjuniors.com/quinn/) - December 9, 2021 Meet Quinn!Quinn is 7-years-old and has been through so much in her life. She had a right sided congenital diaphragmatic hernia when she was born which required immediate life support and surgery. Through everything, she continues to amaze everyone and her parents call her ‘Our Mighty Quinn’. She loves playing with dolls
- [LaZion](https://jaysjuniors.com/lazion/) - December 8, 2021 Meet LaZion!He’s three-years-old and has faced many challenges in his short life. He has cerebral palsy, epilepsy and is vent dependent. Despite his hardships, he’s the happiest little boy. He loves going to school and brings so much joy to his family! We’re lucky to bring him into our Jay’s Juniors family!
- [Lucy](https://jaysjuniors.com/lucy/) - December 7, 2021 Meet Lucy!She’s 9-years-old and full of life! She’s an avid reader and loves giving back to the community. During COVID, she set up a library in her front yard to make sure children had books to read while being home bound. She’s also raised over $1,000 to various local charities. We’re honored
- [Noah](https://jaysjuniors.com/noah-2/) - December 21, 2020 Meet Noah!We couldn’t think of a better way to wrap up Jay’s Juniors 2020 than with sharing Noah’s story. This boy is a miracle and we are so lucky he’s now a part of our family! We were so excited to meet her mom and grant her Christmas wish with the help
- [Luke](https://jaysjuniors.com/luke/) - December 17, 2020 Meet Luke!Luke has been through more in his short life than most adults have. He is such a bright light and brings joy to everyone around him. We’re so excited to make him a part of Jay’s Juniors! We were so excited to meet her mom and grant her Christmas wish with
- [Braelyn](https://jaysjuniors.com/braelyn/) - December 7, 2020 Meet Braelyn!Braelyn is truly a miracle. He was given weeks to live but is now finishing his final year of treatment! We were so excited to meet his mom and grant his Christmas wish with the help of Kroger, Masco, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Michigan State University Federal Credit Union, Emagine, The
- [Jonny](https://jaysjuniors.com/jonny/) - November 23, 2020 Meet Jonny!Jonny is an amazing 13-year-old who has been battling leukemia since 2013. He was best friends Noah, one of our Jay’s Juniors, who gained his angel wings. We couldn’t wait to surprise Jonny and his family with his Christmas wish with the help of Kroger, Masco, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Michigan
- [Niklaus And Naithan](https://jaysjuniors.com/niklaus-and-naithan/) - November 23, 2020 Meet Niklaus And Naithan!Their family is so special and we are surprising them for Christmas this year! We couldn’t do this without our amazing partners: Kroger, Masco, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Michigan State University Federal Credit Union, Emagine, The Carpet Guys, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, The Village of Rochester and Angels of Hope.
- [Gabe](https://jaysjuniors.com/gabe-2/) - November 18, 2020 Meet Gabe!He’s been fighting cancer since 9-months-old and is awaiting his bone marrow transplant. He is so sweet and loving and holds more compassion in his little heart than most adults. Gabe loves Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Toy Story and being outside. We are so honored to grant his Christmas wish with the
- [Cole](https://jaysjuniors.com/cole/) - November 17, 2020 Meet Cole!He’s 11-years-old and has had a difficult three months. What he thought was a headache turned into two brain surgeries. He loves dogs and Monster High Collector Dolls. Listen to how we’re granting his Christmas wishes! We couldn’t do this without our amazing partners: Kroger, Masco, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Michigan
- [Aliviah](https://jaysjuniors.com/aliviah/) - November 27, 2019 Meet Aliviah!Meet Aliviah! She’s 8-years-old and as sweet as they come! She loves to read and write. She also enjoys riding her bike, playing roadblocks, watching JoJo Siwa and playing with anything LOL. She’s the best big sister to BrookLynn and helps take care of her without even being asked. She is
- [Alyea](https://jaysjuniors.com/alyea/) - November 25, 2019 Meet Alyea!In the fall of 2016, Alyea experienced what seemed to be a simple earache, along with some facial pain. Weeks later, her symptoms progressed into body pain and inflammation in random parts of her body, and a lump/lesion was found on her jaw bone. After 19 months of feeling like her
- [Andrew](https://jaysjuniors.com/andrew-2/) - November 22, 2019 Meet Andrew!He’s 6-years-old and was born at 26 weeks gestation. He was in the NICU at Beaumont in Royal Oak for 6 months. He was home bound after that for 15 months with nurses and therapists coming to us. He was slowly allowed to do more but has had a very long
- [Sophia](https://jaysjuniors.com/sophia/) - November 21, 2019 Meet Sophia!This is Sophia! She has been a literal and physical miracle since birth! She is a diva and as sassy as you can get! Sophia loves her music! She has a wide variety and is always into the next best thing. She loves her arts and crafts, and her construction work.
- [Cole](https://jaysjuniors.com/cole-2/) - November 19, 2019 Meet Cole!Cole is a very happy and energetic 8-year-old boy with a smile that can light up any room. His strong and warm hugs can brighten any day. He loves to play with cars and to look at books. His favorite shows are Bubble Guppies, Paw Patrol, Peppa Pig and Frozen. Cole
- [Loneigh](https://jaysjuniors.com/loneigh/) - November 19, 2019 Meet Loneigh!She’s 8-years-old and was born with Down Syndrome and a heart defect, causing her to have two open heart surgeries by 5-months-old. Loneigh’s mostly non-verbal, but does know some sign language. Despite being non-verbal, she’s still very smart, funny and full of life. She loves giving hugs and saying hi to
- [Devin](https://jaysjuniors.com/devin/) - November 19, 2019 Meet Devin!This is Devin! He’s an active 7-year-old boy! He loves to be outside, run around with his friends, ride his bike and play hockey. He loves cars, especially garbage trucks, police cars, firetrucks and ambulances. He wears a SWAT vest or special ops vest all the time! Lightening McQueen, Tow-Mater, Dusty
- [Jaxon](https://jaysjuniors.com/jaxon/) - November 18, 2019 Meet Jaxon!Meet Jaxon! He was born at 30 weeks and was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, but that doesn’t stop him! We were told he would never walk. Well this boy has proved them all wrong! He not only walks but has learned how to ride a two wheel bike with training wheels!!!
- [Natalia](https://jaysjuniors.com/natalia/) - November 15, 2019 Meet Natalia!She was born a month early and right after delivery, three doctors came into the room and said she had a large hole in her heart, the largest that is possible called a Ventricle septal defect, and she would need open heart surgery to survive. She was in heart failure, had
- [Leylah](https://jaysjuniors.com/leylah/) - November 15, 2019 Meet Leylah!This is Leylah! She’s 7-years-old and in 2nd grade. She’s one of the brightest souls you’ll ever come in contact with. She’s selfless and is always looking to help others around her. She has a million stuffed animals and each one has a name and home in her room. She is
- [Calleigh](https://jaysjuniors.com/calleigh/) - November 14, 2019 Meet Calleigh!Calleigh “Callie Cat” is a happy-go-lucky, energetic 7-year-old. She’s in 3rd grade and her favorite classes are swimming and music. She loves to play the guitar and wrestle with her two older brothers as well. At 6 weeks old, she had her first seizure. By her 1st birthday, she was diagnosed
- [Sam](https://jaysjuniors.com/sam/) - November 14, 2019 Meet Sam!He is 17-years-old! His look was totally unique! He has thick black hair and eyes as clear and dark as midnight pools. His mom suspected something was different immediately, he never tried to lift his head or focus on anything. Just slept and cried, but the Dr’s insisted he was fine. Sam
- [Sophie](https://jaysjuniors.com/sophie/) - November 13, 2019 Meet Sophie!Sophie is a sassy 7-year-old who is in 1st grade. She enjoys reading, drawing and dancing! Sophie has had to overcome obstacles her whole life after being diagnosed with Schizencephaly and Cerebral Palsy. Although she had to learn how to use the left side of her body, it never stopped her!
- [Mariah](https://jaysjuniors.com/mariah/) - November 13, 2019 Meet Mariah!Mariah is a 5-year-old who is best described as loving, silly, and determined. Mariah is emerging into her own personality and showcases her many sides whenever possible. Mariah is loveable toward caregivers and enjoys the quality time her grandparents and godparents. Mariah can be very silly and knows how to make
- [Levi](https://jaysjuniors.com/levi/) - November 13, 2019 Meet Levi!Levi is a strong and lovable 7-year-old! He loves his family and friends and has the biggest heart. His favorite superhero is SpiderMan. He’s interested in tools, all motor vehicles and wants to be a K-9 police officer when he grows up. Some of his favorite hobbies include biking, swimming, playing
- [Eric](https://jaysjuniors.com/eric/) - November 12, 2019 Meet Eric!Eric is 9-years-old and has Sickle Cell Anemia SS. He’s a very silly, energetic and happy child. He loves to read Dog Man and Captain Underpants books, play his Nintendo Switch, and board games. His favorite superhero is Spider-Man and he loves to watch anime. He is also a member of
- [Rachel](https://jaysjuniors.com/rachel/) - November 11, 2019 Meet Rachel!This is Rachel! She’s 16-years-old and was diagnosed with Rett Syndrome in 2007; along with epilepsy and dystonia, (seizures and low muscle tone). She is wheelchair-bound, non-verbal, wears diapers, spoon-fed, and drinks from a cup, but someone must hold it for her. Rachel was first identified as ‘Special Needs’ when she
- [Samantha](https://jaysjuniors.com/samantha/) - November 11, 2019 Meet Samantha!She’s 13-years-old who loves to dance. She is on the dance team at Art in Motion dance studio plus takes 3 additional dance classes at that studio. She is also a big sister to a little girl on the dance team. This summer she was asked to be an advocate for
- [Casey](https://jaysjuniors.com/casey/) - November 8, 2019 Meet Casey!This is Casey! He’s the youngest of four siblings. Although he loves his two older brothers, Sean and Quinn, he and his 21 year old sister, Megan, pride themselves on being BFFs! He is in 8th grade and his favorite school subjects are gym and science. He loves music and to
- [Paije](https://jaysjuniors.com/paije/) - November 8, 2019 Meet Paije!In August of 2018, she was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer at just 14-years-old. She began chemotherapy the day after Christmas. On March 12, 2019 Paije received her last dose of chemotherapy. In June 2019 her port was removed. She has so much strength! She loves horror movies, one of her favorite
- [Jayden](https://jaysjuniors.com/jayden/) - November 7, 2019 Meet Jayden!Jayden is 16-years-old and is full of energy! He was hit by a car walking home from the bus stop two days after his 16th birthday and suffered a traumatic brain injury. Despite his hardships, he’s very smart and loves to joke around. He likes to go bike riding and playing
- [Markus](https://jaysjuniors.com/markus/) - November 7, 2019 Meet Markus!Markus is a very curious, intelligent and busy nine-year-older. He has a wonderful singing voice and he loves to sing the national anthem! Markus loves to dance. There are so many things he wants to be when he grows up including a Veterinarian for dogs only. He’s great at putting things
- [Jameson](https://jaysjuniors.com/jameson/) - November 6, 2019 Meet Jameson!This is Jameson! He’s 10-years-old, in 4th grade and lives with his mom, 14-year-old sister, pug puppy Snickers, cat DJ and his 4-year-old goldfish Bubbles. He loves playing with his friends in the neighborhood riding bikes, playing video games, playing non-tackle football and hanging out. He is an avid fortnite and
- [Jackie](https://jaysjuniors.com/jackie/) - November 6, 2019 Meet Jackie!Jackie is everyone’s favorite superhero! At only four years old, he has many super powers but his greatest one (when he is not throwing “fire” or “ice”) is making everyone smile because his smile is contagious. Super Jackie loves to tag team and work with AND against his super sidekick sister Etta.
- [John](https://jaysjuniors.com/john/) - November 5, 2019 Meet John!This is John! He’s a 7-year-old boy with a tenacious love for life. Born premature, a twin, and at 26 weeks, he weighed a whopping 2 pounds, 6 ounces. Spending close to 100 days in the NICU, we knew he was a fighter. He was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy Diplegia at
- [Samuel, Rachel and Rebekah](https://jaysjuniors.com/samuel-rachel-and-rebekah/) - November 5, 2019 Meet Samuel, Rachel and Rebekah!Samuel, Rachel and Rebekah were all diagnosed with cystic fibrosis. Here’s a little bit about each of them! Samuel just turned 15 years old! His favorite pastimes are building LEGO sets or drawing. The biggest LEGO set he has built so far has been the 3,000 + piece Ninjago Destiny’s
- [Nae Nae](https://jaysjuniors.com/nae-nae/) - November 4, 2019 Meet Nae Nae!Meet Naomi aka NaeNae! She’s a 9-year-old…full of energy and spunk! She has cerebral palsy and although she might not be able to walk or talk, she can jet off in her wheelchair and laugh while you chase her! Her favorite song is Whip…go figure! She loves to listen to
- [Danny](https://jaysjuniors.com/danny/) - November 4, 2019 Meet Danny!This is Danny and he is 6 years old! He has a rare condition called Femoral Hypoplasia Unusual Facies Syndrome. This means shortened or absent femurs (thigh bones) and facial abnormalities. He has had many surgeries including a tracheostomy, cleft palate repair, jaw distraction, trach revision, Boyd amputation and many other
- [Juliana](https://jaysjuniors.com/juliana-3/) - November 30, 2018 Meet Juliana!She’s 7-years-old and is in 1st grade. She is sassy and spirited and she loves excitement. Music, art and reading are among her favorite things. She loves coloring and is very good at it. Juliana’s start in life was very rough, she was given a 0% prognosis to survive and
- [Zack](https://jaysjuniors.com/zack/) - November 29, 2018 Meet Zack!He was diagnosed at 9 months with hydrocephalus which means water on the brain. The only treatment for him was brain surgery to place a device called a shunt. Zack has had 9 surgeries already and has a lifetime full of more surgeries to come. Zack also has severe uncontrollable asthma,
- [Kinsley](https://jaysjuniors.com/kinsley/) - November 29, 2018 Meet Kinsley!She absolutely loves all things related to phones and her iPad…she’s a teenager in an 8-year-old’s body! She loves to watch videos, play games, and especially FaceTime friends and family. Her smile is as contagious as her laugh, and her positive personality have gotten her through 15 different surgeries and extended
- [Tiffany](https://jaysjuniors.com/tiffany-2/) - November 28, 2018 Meet Tiffany!On April 12th she went into cardiac arrest which caused an anoxic brain injury at school. She called her dad saying she was going to miss the bus because she forgot jacket in class, so when he went to pick her up he found out she passed out. Originally, they thought
- [Elsa](https://jaysjuniors.com/elsa/) - November 28, 2018 Meet Elsa!She was born in 2014 and immediately experienced complications, such as low blood sugar and bilirubin. After a few days in the hospital’s special care nursery, the newborn screen test revealed that Elsa had a rare metabolic disorder called Galactosemia. She was taken by ambulance to a NICU at another hospital where she
- [Pedro](https://jaysjuniors.com/pedro/) - November 27, 2018 Meet Pedro!Pedro is 9-years-old and is in the 4th grade. He’s so excited to be back in school since he missed all of third grade. He was diagnosed with very high risk Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in 2017 and he’s finally in remission!! Pedro enjoys playing video games and playing soccer with his
- [Micheal](https://jaysjuniors.com/micheal/) - November 27, 2018 Meet Micheal!Meet Micheal! He’s 5-years-old and currently attends kindergarten. He is the youngest child in our family of 5. Micheal has a smile that can light up a room, he always works hard and perseveres. Micheal loves music and he loves to dance. His favorite song right now is Immortals from “Big
- [Conner and Mason](https://jaysjuniors.com/conner-and-mason/) - November 26, 2018 Meet Conner!He was born at 25 weeks and stayed in the NICU for the first 229 days of his life. He developed NEC at just a month old and after 3 surgeries, he lost 54% of his intestines. Due to all the complications during the surgeries, he was then diagnosed with Cerebral
- [Lyric](https://jaysjuniors.com/lyric/) - November 26, 2018 Meet Lyric!He’s 10-years-old and his first love is all things football! He can’t play right now, so he’s been writing about it at school, playing Madden video games and helping coach his friends at recess instead. His mom says he’s a walking football encyclopedia. He likes learning to cook with his mom
- [Marcus](https://jaysjuniors.com/marcus/) - November 26, 2018 Meet Marcus!He was born in Guatemala and was placed in an orphanage. He was adopted and at just 5 months was diagnosed with major neurological problems. From then on he’s been back and forth between Beaumont and Children’s Hospital. Marcus developed at a very slow pace. At 2 ½ years old he stopped talking and
- [Joelle](https://jaysjuniors.com/joelle/) - November 22, 2018 Meet Joelle!When she was born she had five different birth defects: club feet, dislocated left hip, kyphosis, a deformed L-3 vertebrae and tethered cord syndrome, which is a form of spin bifida. She underwent seven operations in the first two years of her life. Her doctors weren’t sure she’d ever walk unassisted,
- [Sarah](https://jaysjuniors.com/sarah-2/) - November 22, 2018 Meet Sarah!She’s a delightful 17-year-old who loves school, her teacher and friends! She is the class clown and loves to make people laugh. At home, she enjoys playing with her Barbies and iPad. She loves SesameStreet, The Wiggles, Signing Time and the Scottville Clown Band. She cherishes marching with the Clown Band
- [Jonathan](https://jaysjuniors.com/jonathan/) - November 22, 2018 Meet Jonathan!He’s 6-years-old and just started kindergarten.He loves learning, playing video games, being with his family, swimming and playing outdoors. At just 14 months old, Johnny was diagnosed with Leukemia. He endured 3 and 1/2 years of chemo treatment during which he spent many nights in the hospital, and countless visits to
- [Janna](https://jaysjuniors.com/janna/) - November 21, 2018 Meet Janna!She’s 9-years-old and was born with Cerebral Palsy. She can’t stand, sit, crawl, or walk but can talk non stop and make you laugh!! Her mom and dad are not together, so she live with my Grandma and Honey (grandpa). Janna likes all electronics and loves hacking into grandma’s phone!! She also
- [Jay's Juniors 2019](https://jaysjuniors.com/jays-juniors-2019/) - October 22, 2019 It’s our favorite time of year… we are soon announcing our 2019 Jay’s Juniors! We want to thank our amazing sponsors: Planet Fitness Children’s Hospital of Michigan Kroger Masco Tito’s Handmade Vodka Jersey Mikes The Carpet Guys Lafontaine Absopure Emagine Theatres MSU Federal Credit Union Our charitable partner, Angels of Hope Share
- [Jay's Juniors At-Home](https://jaysjuniors.com/jays-juniors-at-home-2020/) - October 16, 2020 Jay’s Juniors At-HomeAs we approach our 7th year of Jay’s Juniors we have made the very difficult decision during these uncertain times to postpone our 7th Jay’s Juniors trip until December 2021. Even though we are not doing the trip this year, we will continue to change the lives of the children
- [Courage](https://jaysjuniors.com/courage/) - November 29, 2022 Meet Courage!She’s 7-years-old and so full of love and hope that it’s contagious. She has 3 brothers and 3 sisters. Courage likes to paint, dance and sing. She can’t wait to get to school just to see who else she can help and what she can learn. When she grows up she
- [Jay's Summer Adventures is sending you to Cedar Point](https://jaysjuniors.com/jays-summer-adventures-is-sending-you-to-cedar-point/) - July 5, 2024 Jay’s Summer Adventures is sending you to Cedar PointJay’s Summer Adventures is sending you to Cedar Point! Listen to Jay Towers in the Morning all week at 7:10am for your chance to win a 4-pack of Cedar Point tickets and a over night hotel stay at Castaway Bay Indoor Waterpark Hotel. Elevate

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- [2022 Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/2022-jays-juniors/) - Relive the magical experiences from the 2022 Jay's Juniors trip. Bringing joy and cherished memories to children facing serious health challenges.
- [2021 Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/2021-jays-juniors/) - Explore the joy and unforgettable moments from the 2021 Jay's Juniors trip to Disney. Bringing happiness to children with serious health challenges.
- [2020 Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/2020-jays-juniors/) - 2020 Jay’s JuniorsMeet our past families from 2020 In 2020, Jay’s Juniors faced unprecedented challenges as the world grappled with the impact of COVID-19. While we had carefully selected a group of amazing kids to join us on our annual trip to Disney World, the safety and well-being of our families came first. With heavy
- [2019 Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/2019-jays-juniors/) - Relive the heartwarming moments from the 2019 Jay's Juniors trip. We created cherished memories for children facing serious health challenges.
- [2018 Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/2018-jays-juniors/) - Relive the magical experiences from the 2018 Jay's Juniors trip. Bringing joy to kids in need through unforgettable Disney World adventures.
- [2017 Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/2017-jays-juniors/) - Discover the joy and memories from the 2017 Jay's Juniors trip. See how we brought happiness to children facing serious health challenges.

## Events

- [Aurora Winter Wizards | Glenlore Trails x Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/event/aurora-winter-wizards-glenlore-trails-x-jays-juniors/) - Jay’s Juniors Day at Glenlore Trails for their holiday trail which is themed Aurora: Winter Wizards. Any tickets purchased for "Jay's Juniors Day" which is December 11th; a portion of proceeds will benefit the program. In addition, for those not able to attend on that day, at check out for ALL online ticketing throughout the
- [Witching Hour: GlenLore Trails](https://jaysjuniors.com/event/witching-hour-glenlore-trails/) - GLENLORE TRAILS “WITCHING HOUR”, A WHIMSICAL AND MAGICAL FOREST EXPERIENCE UNDER THE STARS, TO BENEFIT JAY’S JUNIORS, A PROGRAM FOR METRO-DETROIT CHILDREN WITH LIFE-ALTERING AND LIFE-THREATENING CONDITIONS A portion of proceeds on October 17 th , benefit “Jay’s Juniors Day” Michigan’s largest immersive and illuminated forest experience, Glenlore Trails, known for creating over-the-top themed walk-thru
- [Tacos for a Cause: Michigan Taco Festival 2025 at Canterbury Village](https://jaysjuniors.com/event/tacos-for-a-cause-michigan-taco-festival-2025-at-canterbury-village/) - The Michigan Taco Festival is back for it's 6th year at Canterbury Village and on Saturday (June 21st) $1 from every ticket sale ( 25% off the entire admission price ) will be donated to Jay's Juniors. This year’s event blends amazing taco trucks with family-friendly entertainment... and now a deeper sense of purpose with
- [Jersey Mike's Day of Giving | Jay's Juniors](https://jaysjuniors.com/event/jersey-mikes-day-of-giving-jays-juniors/) - Eat a Sub on Wednesday, March 26, Day of Giving, and 100% of sales go to Jay's Juniors. The campaign culminates on “Day of Giving”, Wednesday, March 26, when our local Jersey Mike’s restaurants will give 100 percent of the day’s sales (not just profit!) to Jay's Juniors. This includes subs, chips, drinks, and catering.
- [Jersey Mike's Month of Giving](https://jaysjuniors.com/event/jersey-mikes-month-of-giving/) - During March, the Metro Detroit + Flint Jersey Mike’s locations are celebrating their 15th Annual Month of Giving benefiting Jay's Juniors. During the month of March, we invite you to come into your local Jersey Mike’s restaurant and make a donation to Jay's Juniors. Customers have the option to round up their purchase to the

## Portfolio

- [Jay's Juniors Kicks Off Annual Disney World Trip - As Featured on FOX2 Detroit](https://jaysjuniors.com/portfolio-items/jays-juniors-kicks-off-annual-disney-world-trip/) - Jay’s Juniors Kicks Off Annual Disney World Trip – As Featured on FOX2 DetroitShare×Share this video! Read the original article from Fox 2 Detroit Here. Show all information Our Annual Trip to Disney World Takes Off Jay’s Juniors is excited to be featured on FOX2 Detroit as we kick off our highly anticipated annual trip
- [Jersey Mike's in Flint Donates 100% of Sales to Jay's Juniors - As Featured on ABC12](https://jaysjuniors.com/portfolio-items/jersey-mikes-in-flint-donates-100/) - Jersey Mike’s in Flint Donates 100% of Sales to Jay’s Juniors – As Featured on ABC12Share×Share this video! See the original news clip from ABC 12 Here. Show all information Generosity in Action: Jersey Mike’s Supports Jay’s Juniors Jay’s Juniors is honored to be featured on ABC12, where Jersey Mike’s in Flint is highlighted for
- [Jay's Juniors Partners with Born in Detroit - A Limited-Time Collaboration](https://jaysjuniors.com/portfolio-items/jays-juniors-partners-with-born-in-detroit/) - Jay’s Juniors Partners with Born in Detroit – A Limited-Time CollaborationShare×Share this video! Read the original article from Patch here. Show all information Excitement Builds for Our Annual Disney World Trip We are excited to announce our latest partnership with Born in Detroit, featured in Patch. This limited-time collaboration offers a unique opportunity to support
- [Jay's Juniors Featured in C&G News - Annual Trip to Disney World Takes Flight](https://jaysjuniors.com/portfolio-items/jays-juniors-featured-in-cg-news/) - Jay’s Juniors Featured in C&G News – Annual Trip to Disney World Takes FlightShare×Share this video! Read the original article from C & G Newspapers Here. Show all information Excitement Builds for Our Annual Disney World Trip Jay’s Juniors is proud to be featured in Jay’s Juniors is thrilled to be featured in C&G News,
- [Jay's Juniors Featured in Macomb Daily - A Magical Mission for Sick Children and Their Families](https://jaysjuniors.com/portfolio-items/jays-juniors-featured-in-macomb-daily/) - Jay’s Juniors Featured in Macomb Daily – A Magical Mission for Sick Children and Their FamiliesShare×Share this video! Read the original article from Macomb Daily here. Show all information Highlighting Our Mission: Bringing Joy to Sick Children Jay’s Juniors is proud to be featured in Macomb Daily, highlighting our ongoing commitment to bringing joy and

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