DANIEL
When Daniel was born nine years ago with a cleft lip and palate, micrognathia, and almost no lower jawbone, he needed a tracheostomy to breathe and a feeding tube to survive. His parents, Robi-Lyn and John, faced not only the fear of his complex medical needs but also the overwhelming cost of getting him to life-saving care.
Annual trips from their home to Texas Children's Hospital - 3,000 miles round-trip at $2,500 per visit - plus eight additional visits each year to the Children's National Hospital in Washington D.C. for follow-up care seemed impossible while raising four other children. When Daniel was born, Robi-Lyn found hope on the FACES website, reading stories from parents who understood her fear and isolation.
This year, she reached out to FACES for help with her son's travel expenses for upcoming surgeries and appointments. Thanks to supporters like you, FACES was able to say, "Yes, we can help."
"I am amazed and blessed that FACES can help our family." Robi-Lyn shared. "This is the biggest relief knowing that I can fully focus on what's medically critical for Daniel and not worry about how to get there. Daniel is a true inspiration to so many. He loves to spend time with his siblings. He enjoys his life every day to the fullest."
