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JOURNEY OF HOPE
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Emma's
Emma | 11 years old
Galactic action hero
CAMPBELL RIVER, BC
emma's journey
11
MEDICAL SPECIALISTS
600
TANKS OF GAS
130
MISSED SCHOOL DAYS
how far would you go?
Your generosity helps Island families.
Thousands of Island families are on health care journeys like the Millers’. Every day, families across Vancouver Island travel long distances to get health care for their kids. Whether it’s an emergency hospital trip or a recurring specialist appointment, it takes a toll on a family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially.
For nearly a century, Children's Health Foundation of Vancouver Island has been a beacon of hope for families like Emma's. Born prematurely with significant health challenges, Emma's journey began with an urgent, life-saving delivery. Through the generosity of donors, the Foundation gave Emma and her parents essential support—from a comfortable stay at Jeneece Place to help cover the cost of travel to Victoria from their home in Campbell River for medical appointments.
Today, while Emma's health journey continues, she is thriving, attending school, watching Sci-Fi movies, enjoying dance – a testament to the transformative power of community and care.