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Kendall's Story

It doesn’t take much for Kendall to break into a smile. A funny face from her big sister, a hug from her parents, a stroll through the zoo - if there’s joy to be found, Kendall will find it.

Her ready smiles provides a boost to her parents, Jae and Marcia, who have watched their daughter overcome so much.

Kendall’s journey at Cincinnati Children’s began very early. She was born with a genetic condition called Angelman Syndrome. For Kendall, that has meant delays in her speech, movement and cognitive abilities. She can communicate using an iPad, but she requires round-the-clock care from her parents and teachers.

Raising a daughter with Angelman Syndrome can be overwhelming, so Jae and Marcia are grateful for the innovative and comprehensive care available at Cincinnati Children’s.

“The care we get is great,” says Jae. “It's one of the reasons we have stayed in town, rather than moving back home to Cleveland where we grew up. No other hospital can provide everything Kendall needs in one place. We are so grateful to be here. If something happens, we know that we’re just ten miles down the road from the leading doctors and researchers in the field.”

You can help us provide the care and resources that Kendall and many other kids depend on by registering and fundraising for Cincinnati Walks for Kids today.