CHOC Children's Foundation
Long Live Childhood
“When I was 3, I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia—a blood cancer of the bone marrow and the most common pediatric cancer. At Rady Children’s (CHOC at the time), the nurses were like family to us. They made what was such a difficult time for my family so much easier and brought so much […]
“I have had the pleasure of working at the Hyundai Cancer Institute for over six years. My team walks alongside patients and families through their most difficult moments. We provide comprehensive psychosocial care, emotional support, resource navigation, and advocacy throughout their care journey. My career at Rady Children’s allows me to help ensure children and […]
When Veronica Mercado was just 18 months old, her mother, Virginia, took her to the Hyundai Cancer Institute at Rady Children’s to treat her leukemia. “She was given a 75% chance of survival,” says Virginia. “It’s an overwhelming feeling that no parent ever wants to experience. But once we got here, everyone was really helpful […]
“My role in the Adolescent and Young Adult oncology program—or AYA—was created 12 years ago by clinicians who cared not only about patients getting better but also about seeing them thrive. When the Hyundai Cancer Institute opened a unit on the fifth floor of the Bill Holmes Tower, patients and families had access to beautiful […]
To honor Ashley Loera’s 10-year milestone, we sat down with her for a Q&A to reflect on the moments that have defined her journey, the families who continue to inspire her, and the legacy she hopes to leave through CHOC Walk and beyond.
In this Q&A, Sam Carter, associate director of philanthropy, discusses what has motivated her 15-year career at Rady Children’s Health and the CHOC Foundation, the experiences that have influenced her work, and the lessons she continues to carry.
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