Sibling Spotlight

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Spotlight: Liv and Gabriella

Liv and Gabriela are energetic, creative, and loving sisters. Liv is 7 years old, and Gabriela is 9. They also have a 1-year-old baby brother who recently started walking and loves getting into their toys! Now that he is older—and doing so well with his medical care—Liv and Gabriela love being able to play with him even more. Learning About

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Sibling Spotlight – Alessia & Vida

Some sisters share a bond. Alessia and Vida share a gift that changed everything. Eight-year-old Alessia and her two-year-old sister, Vida, are as different—and as close—as two sisters can be. Alessia is a thoughtful, studious observer with a playful side. Vida brings the spunk, whether she’s swiping Alessia’s paintbrush during an art therapy session with Friends of Karen’s Siobhan or

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Sibling Spotlight – Hailey & Jaxson

Eight-year-old Hailey is creative, clever, and incredibly caring. She loves playing board games, being silly, and spending time with her four-year-old brother, Jaxson. This summer, Hailey is so excited to be at camp making memories with her friends. But these past several months have also been a big transition for Hailey and her family. Jaxson is currently undergoing treatment for

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Sibling Spotlight – Jailyn & Lilly

One of the core values at Friends of Karen is caring for the whole family. We understand that a serious illness doesn’t exist in isolation—a diagnosis can reshape the lives, plans, and dreams of every family member. When we enter the lives of a family in crisis we keep our eyes peeled for ways in which each member may be

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