Every month, we highlight a child to share the stories of the wonderful children we support in our community. February also marks American Heart Month, raising awareness of heart disease and heart defects. This month, we’re honored to introduce Rosie!

Rosie was born prematurely at 33 weeks, requiring an extensive NICU stay at Valley Children’s Hospital. She was diagnosed with Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), along with a congenital heart defect known as VSD. She was also born with Long Gap Esophageal Atresia, which required a G-tube to be placed shortly after birth. Because she weighed only 3 pounds at birth, Rosie had to wait six months in the NICU before undergoing open-heart surgery. Shortly after, she was transferred to Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital to have her esophagus repaired and was finally able to come home at around 10 months old.

Today, she follows up with 10 different specialists at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital for her medical care, and Jack’s Helping Hand has provided support through travel assistance and coverage of multiple hotel stays. This support has allowed her family to focus on her health without the added financial stress of managing numerous appointments throughout the year.

Now 3 years old, Rosie is thriving at home! She loves playing with her older brother, is currently learning how to use her medical walker, enjoys long stroller walks, and loves her homemade purees.
Rosie’s journey is a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the children and families we are honored to support each day.
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Jack Ready Imagination Park benefited from the skill and creativity of students in the BioResource & Agricultural Engineering (BRAE) program. Working in teams, students completed hands-on improvement projects that directly support the park’s daily operations.Two teams designed and fabricated custom-welded stall latches and sand barriers for the barn, enhancing both safety and functionality. Another team built a custom shelving unit for the equestrian center’s equipment shop, improving organization and efficiency behind the scenes. We are grateful to these students and the Cal Poly BRAE program for their time, talent, and commitment to supporting the Imagination Park!
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Every month, we highlight a child so you can learn about the wonderful children we help in our community. Meet Eloise!
“Eloise is an incredible 10 year old. She is kind, caring, and sensitive, and has found ways to cope with profound autism. Equine therapy has made a significant difference for Eloise in addressing her struggles with communication, fine motor skills, and physical difficulty sitting up straight. Through the routine of grooming and riding, Eloise has learned to use verbal and nonverbal cues to communicate with the horse while building confidence and trust. This type of therapy is often highly effective because the rhythmic motion of the horse’s gait can help improve a person’s balance, posture, and core strength. These improvements can then lead to improvements in other areas, like fine motor skills and communication. It’s clear the program has created meaningful moments of joy and pride. Eloise is an example of what can be achieved with patience, support, and the proper approach.”
-Luna Family
At Jack’s Helping Hand, we’re honored to play a part in stories like Eloise’s. Her journey reflects the strength and resilience we see in so many of the children we serve.
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Tune in to KVEC every Wednesday from 6-9 AM for “First Look” with Andy Morris, featuring upcoming events, inspiring stories, and the latest updates from Jack’s Helping Hand!
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Our 19th Annual Imagination Park Fall Classic was a fantastic day of golf, fundraising, and friendship! We would like to recognize and say a special thank you to our host sponsors, SESLOC Federal Credit Union, Glenn Burdette – Certified Public Accountants, and Astound Business Solutions, for all their hard work and support that made this tournament a success. Our universally accessible park comes closer to being a reality with every day and with every dollar donated. We are forever grateful to those who have supported us throughout this journey and into the future!
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