Two of our four children were born with heart defects. My daughter earned her angel wings when she was just shy of five months old and my son is a young adult, who has benefitted from years of experience, research, and the evolving improvements of technology.

I want to give my time to a group that has provided me and my family with much support and assistance over the past several years. My youngest daughter has some special needs and as such we see many specialists at CCHMC and attend the Perlman Center. This is a way for me to give back to an organization that has given so much to us.

As an employee of the Heart Institute at CCHMC, I work closely with CHAoC and have witnessed their exceptional dedication, firsthand. The positive impact that CHAoC funding & programming has on patients with CHD is remarkable. I am proud of CHAoC for supporting innovative cardiovascular research and  improving the lives of those impacted by CHD.

My son Gabe was born in 1995 with Tetrology of Fallot. He has been blessed by all the great science and doctors at CCHMC, has had a wonderful relationship with his Cardiologist, and two successful surgeries that have allowed him to live a normal life. I would like to now give back to all who have helped us, and to help families, and all those facing CHD.

I believe that the most important thing we do as adults is to make even the smallest corner of our world a better place – beginning by giving every child the opportunity to thrive and to grow into a healthy, socially aware adult, who can continue the cycle.

My interest in the CHAoC started when I began meeting committee members at NPC-QIC and hearing all of the amazing things they are doing in the community. As an cardiac dietitian, an advocate for heart patients, and a heart mom myself, I had to be a part of something greater, that will continue to touch lives all around for years to come.

I felt the Congenital Heart Alliance of Cincinnati was a great organization to be a part of and a great way for me to give back to the community.

My daughter was born with multiple heart defects, and after receiving great care at CCHMC I wanted a way to give back. I believe the efforts of this organization have benefitted many lives, including my own, and have enabled physicians and caregivers in the field to “change the outcome” for many.

My son Zak was born with CHD. Without for the efforts of the Congenital Heart Alliance of Cincinnati, my son, along with thousands of other children, would not be enjoying their lives today! CHAoC is committed to overcoming congenital heart disease, and I am here to make sure it happens.

My youngest son was born with severe CHD and upon diagnosis it rocked our family. I was immediately in search of a community to help guide and support us. CHAoC is that community and I am honored to be part of an organization that helps children, adults, and families impacted by CHD feel supported, loved and hopeful!

My daughter was born with critical CHD in 2017, a life altering diagnosis which brought us into the Heart Community. CHAoC is a phenomenal platform to spread awareness and advocate for research to overcome congenital heart disease as well as offer community support to all of those impacted by CHD.

CHAoC was introduced to me by my neighbor, a long-time board member. I know how important the work of CHAoC is and I was delighted to be asked to join. It is great to be associated with wonderful people dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with heart disease.

It is a real pleasure to serve on the CHAoC board. It is the most fulfilling and rewarding privilege to see the progress that has been made with children’s heart procedures and the favorable impact it has over a lifetime.

My family was directly impacted by CHD in 2012. As a result, we became connected to the Heart community and found a passion for helping Heart kids. I am particularly interested in advancing quality of life programs for children and their families. If we can help them take a break from their medical issues, expand their support network, and create a few smiles, I am all in.