Diagnosed at age 4 with high-risk Neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer, Ripplen has faced this challenge with remarkable strength, continuing to bring light and joy to those around him.
Joseph has been facing an incredible battle since October, 2022, when was diagnosed with High-Risk Stage IV Neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. He’s undergone chemotherapy, surgery, radiation, proton therapy and car-t therapy, a cutting-edge treatment that required Joseph to temporarily relocate across the country.
Sadie-Lynn’s battle with cancer began right before her 11th birthday. Sadie-Lynn concurrently developed a Pseudo Brain Tumor, a condition where fluid builds up in her brain, causing painful pressure requiring bi-weekly clinic appointments to drain the pressure. The travel, the treatments, and the constant strain on her body has taken a toll, but Sadie remains determined, never letting her circumstances define her.