Makayla is a happy little girl full of love and Faith. She loves Soccer, Dance, Track and field, loves to cook and Plans to travel the world when she grows up. Makayla was diagnosed with a Brain Tumor called juvenile pilocytic astrocytoma (JPA)only a week after finishing Kindergarten at 6 years old. Our world was flipped upside down. Makayla became very …
The Dragonfly Foundation Softball Tournament was founded in 2017 by Jimmy Clark in memory of his little sister, Jenna, who loved being a Dragonfly. Jimmy and his family wanted to give back to the organization that gave the family so many good memories and smiles during the difficult times they had coping with the devastating impact a cancer diagnosis had …
It can be challenging to keep occupied in a fun, productive way, whether at home, in the hospital, or in a clinic waiting room. However, these times can be the perfect opportunity for patients, siblings/offspring and parents/caregivers, to acquire a hobby, to develop new interests, and to learn something new and different. In researching this topic for The Dragonfly Foundation, …
On June 14, 2018 FOX19 Anchor Dan Wells interviewed Wally Herbert (Father of SuperBubz) and Dragonfly Co-Founder, Ria Davidson, about the Ride for Dragonfly. The event, being held on 6/16 benefits Dragonfly, but is being held in honor of SuperBubz and his family. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO SCHEDULE/NOTES: This is a DRY RIDE until kickstands are down at …
On June 14, 2018 WCPO Anchor Ryan Houston interviewed Dragonfly Co-Founder, Ria Davidson, about the Ride for Dragonfly the organization is holding on Saturday. The event benefits Dragonfly, but is being held in honor of SuperBubz and his family. SCHEDULE/NOTES: This is a DRY RIDE until kickstands are down at Quaker Steak & Lube There’s still time to create/share a …
I realize this is sort of a crazy topic to approach on my second blog post for The Dragonfly Foundation, but stay with me here. I promise this isn’t a tutorial on the research process and how to generate meaningful statistics. In fact, just writing that sentence made me want to splash ice water in my face and walk briskly …
At age 6, Emily was diagnosed with cancer, a brain tumor. Two weeks later, the tumor was surgically removed. Fortunately, Emily did not have to go through chemotherapy or radiation treatments, but is facing long-term side effects from surgery and the location of the tumor. She also has endured severe bone fractures in her back, arm, and legs. She continues …
“In the 7 years The Dragonfly Foundation has been in existence, they have offered “comfort and joy” to countless young cancer and bone marrow transplant patients and their families. They also “empower their flight” and offer HOPE. I witnessed that on Saturday night as Re/Max gave hot air balloon rides to families in West Chester, OH. While Mother Nature’s winds were not …
The Dragonfly Foundation is revising and reprinting our Tips Book for Dragonfly Families. The book is a great resource for parents/spouses/caregivers as they support patients, siblings and offspring during treatment and recovery. If you would like to contribute a tip, suggestion, comment, idea, please visit https://dragonfly.org/tips-book-form/ We are seeking suggestions for consideration on topics related to: Communicating With Hospital Staff Communicating …
