Fortunately, Max was in CHOC’s expert, caring hands, where we diagnosed him with acute lymphoblastic leukemia—along with providing him and his family with a comprehensive array of supportive services. This and everything we achieve for all our patients and families begins with our community’s support.
Katherine’s story: Challenges and exciting progress
The Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center is helping Katherine reach her full potential. Now seven years old, she was one of the center’s first patients.
Coming Soon: The 2023 CHOC Walk in the Park
With the return of the CHOC Walk, you will meet Hudson Kent, our 2023 Walk Ambassador. At just 15 months, he was diagnosed with kidney cancer. Today, Hudson is 12 years cancer-free and doing great.
The Comic Assent: A colorful, empowering new way for young patients to aid research at CHOC
The Comic Assent project, funded entirely by CHOC’s philanthropic community, utilizes the eye-catching comic book format to explain research projects to children ages 7-11 and request their participation. Customizable to any study, the Comic Assent educates children while giving them ownership during the research process.
A stuffed Choco Bear, giving and care: CHOC Nurse Sarah Carey’s story
When Sarah Carey suffered severe complications from Type 1 diabetes at age seven, her care team at CHOC gave her the support needed to manage a chronic illness and inspired her to give back—and become a nurse at the same hospital that changed her health journey forever.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Sydney’s story
Because of the support of our generous donors, CHOC has been able to be there for Sydney, a teenager who spent her sophomore year of high school fighting a rare childhood cancer.