Hearts of Hope


	Intro Welcome to the Hearts of Hope website! Hearts of Hope is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization located in the Metro-Detroit area and was founded by a group of mothers whose children all share a complex heart defect. We are dedicated to providing support, hope, resources, and networking to families affected by congenital heart defects. Your support is greatly appreciated! Thank you! How Hearts of Hope Was Started Our Board of Directors and Medical Advisory Board View our Online Image Gallery Connect with Other Members on Facebook Browse our Online Archive of E-Newsletters


	Special Prayer Requests Please pray for Baby Tyson who was born with Shones Complex and an underdeveloped left part of his heart. His parents Meg and Justin Wohlford took him to Vanderbuilt the 2^nd day after he was born. He had a lot of rough times after open heart surgery and is now trying to get the fluids off his body, so the doctors can close his chest back up. He also will need at least two more surgeries and has gone through the Norwood procedure. Please look at the website www.helptysonfight.com and pass the word on to others that might want to help this family. Tyson's dad is my nephew. He and his wife are first time parents and this has been overwhelming for them. Thanks for your help, Vicky Kincanon Would you like to post your prayer request here? Please contact Bethany with your prayer request.


	Fundraisers Colton's Cause - Fighting Congenital Heart Disease Posted on Jan 13, 2012 1st Annual Colton's Cause! A night of gratitude for the short time Colton spent with us on earth, held Saturday, February 25. We are going RED (attire) for the night in honor of Colton & all heart babies! Dinner, dancing, silent auctions, raffles and more! Children's Heart Foundation Charity Dinner & Silent Auction Posted on Jan 13, 2012 Hearts of Hope member Gabrielle Olney is hosting a charity dinner and silent auction to benefit The Children's Heart Foundation held in Frankenmuth on February 10, 2012. 4th Annual Jack of Hearts Bowling Fundraiser Posted on Jan 6, 2012 Join Jackson Leflar and his family on February 11, 2012 for a bowling fundraiser to benefit the University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center. If you could help out in any way, either donating an item to be used in our raffle, or sponsoring a lane, it would be greatly appreciated! One Million Tabs for Gabriel! Posted on Dec 7, 2011 Gabriel Jordan is a six month old congenital heart defect survivor who is collecting ONE MILLION POP TABS for the Ronald McDonald House in Ann Arbor! Help Gabriel by collecting, donating, and spreading the word! Li'l Hearts 4th Annual Scrapbook Charity Event Posted on Oct 29, 2011 Lil' Hearts 4th Annual Scrapbooking Charity Event will take place on March 24, 2012! All proceeds go to Hearts of Hope so please join us for this great event! The Big House, Big Heart Posted on Oct 22, 2011 Thanks to all who joined Hearts of Hope at the Big House Big Heart Fun Run! Together we raised $7,000.00! Inspirational Jewelry & The Hope Statement Necklace Created by Tommy Schomaker's Aunt Now Available! Posted on Aug 26, 2009 Tommy Schomaker's aunt, Patty Sweeney, was inspired by the Schomaker family's walk of faith and has designed a line of inspirational jewelry including the Hope Statement Necklace. Help raise money for CHD Research! Buy a cookbook! Posted on Aug 25, 2009 Aidan and his mom, Jamie, were interviewed by Fox 2 News! Heart mom, Jamie LaForest and Grammie Becky, have created a cookbook in honor of Aidan, his heart buddies, and in remembrance of all the heart angels.


	News and Announcements Day For Hearts 2012 Posted on Jan 20, 2012 Please join Hearts of Hope on February 4th as we celebrate a "Day for Hearts" with an afternoon filled with fun, activities and a magic show! This is a wonderful opportunity to create friendships that will last a lifetime. U of M Fontan/PLE/PB Survey Posted on Jul 19, 2011 New survey posted on TCHIN for kids with PLE and without. Check the announcement for information on how to access it if you are interested! Cuddles from the Heart Project is looking for new or homemade blankets Posted on Dec 1, 2010 Cuddles from the Heart Project hosted by Ethin's Heart Still Beats is looking for new or homemade blankets! Donor Drive 2010 Goes Mobile! Posted on Oct 27, 2010 OMG! Now signing the Michigan Organ Donor Registry is as easy as texting a friend. New book by Author Lynda Young provides Hope for Families of Children with Congenital Heart Defects Posted on Oct 19, 2010 Author Lynda Young has written a helpful book for families of children with congenital heart defects. Hearts of Hope's own Andrew Locano and family featured on Channel 4 Posted on Apr 19, 2010 Andrew is four years old and has HLHS and lives in St. Clair Shores. He was recently granted a wish by Michigan' Rainbow Connection and was able to visit Disney World and spend time with his favorite baseball team, the Tigers. View the video! Find HOH on Facebook! Posted on Feb 8, 2010 We have created a Facebook group page for Hearts of Hope members to connect and share. Please check it out! Day For Hearts Celebration Posted on Dec 19, 2009 Our annual Day for Hearts Celebration was a great time! View the special video montage, created by Stephanie, here or on our Facebook group page! Grants Available for Families Struggling with Child Health-Related Costs Posted on May 16, 2008 The UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation has announced that new grants are available to help children who need critical health care treatment, services, or equipment not covered or not fully covered by their parents' health benefit plans. Click to read more. Introducing Birth Angel Doula Services, LLC Posted on Dec 17, 2007 Heart Dad and Inspirational Writer, Scott Newport is Featured Blogger in Exceptional Parent Magazine Posted on Dec 17, 2007 Scott Newport lives in Michigan with his three children and wife, Penni. His son, Evan, now five-years-old, is diagnosed with Noonan's syndrome and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. If Scott had a bumper sticker on his car, it would read: "Proud Parent of a PICU Soldier." Heart Mom Stephanie continues to encourage and inspire Posted on Dec 2, 2007 Stephanie Husted is a free-lance poet who has a child with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. She enjoys encouraging other families through the written word. She lives in Michigan with her husband and two sons, Colin and Braeden. New! Tips on Managing a Low Sodium Diet Posted on Dec 2, 2007