It Will Never Define Me: Jovani’s OMS Journey

“Although OMS will always be a part of Joey’s story, it will never define him.” – The Sanchez Family Jovani Sanchez is like many 13-year-olds; he enjoys hanging out at the beach, going on hikes and designing video games. But unlike most kids his age, Joey...

Beating The Odds: Valentino’s OMS Journey

“Here we are eight years later, and Valentino beat the odds.” – The Ricciotti family   A smile is worth a thousand words, that’s why Valentino Ricciotti’s family was so confused when seemingly overnight, his smile just vanished. Little did they know, the once...

Kicking It Into Remission: Grayson’s OMS Journey

“We are looking forward to the day Grayson kicks OMAS into remission.” – The Erbes Family Four-year-old Grayson Erbes acts like your typical preschooler. He loves football, skateboarding, and playing outside with his brother and sister. But Grayson is far from...

Always A Warrior: Emme’s OMS Journey

“The battles you fight can be rough, but you will always be a warrior.” – Emme Ritzenthaler Emme is not your typical teen, while she’s excited about planning her future, it’s the past that’s made her journey to get here more difficult. Diagnosed with OMS at the...

Taking On Anything: Alexa’s OMS Journey

“She has shown, so far, she can take on anything thrown her way.” Alexa Jennings is a busy pre-teen, dividing her time between friends, volleyball, girl scouts, and church. She excels in school and hopes to one day become a teacher. Alexa’s future looks bright despite...