Providing relief and support to help children with devastating medically complex, neurological conditions and their families in the St. Louis area and beyond.

Here’s what we’ve been up to…

Mom’s Night Out at TopGolf
Mom’s Night Out at Topgolf was a highlight of last month! It was a wonderful opportunity for moms in the JJMF community to enjoy conversation with one another, laugh and enjoy a well-deserved break. We look forward to our next parent connection event! Read more about our Mom’s Night Out at TopGolf. 

Become a Monthly JJMF Donor!
Did you know it’s easy to split your donation into monthly automatic recurring payments? With this option, you can provide significant families with significant help while still being kind to your budget. It’s easy to set up with just a few clicks on our website, and makes a big impact!

On the Blog
With summer around the corner, we surveyed the JJMF community to find out what tips make traveling with a medically complex child easier. We received several great ideas you don’t want to miss! Read more here.

Resource Spotlight | National Doctors Day
JJMF celebrated National Doctor’s Day by recognizing two valued members of our board, Dr. Rosenbaum and Dr. Thio. We are so grateful for their expertise and admire their unwavering dedication to their patients. Read more about Dr. Thio & Dr. Rosenbaum. 

Bookmarked
The Gift of the Unexpected: Discovering Who You Were Meant to Be When Life Goes Off Plan by Jillian Benfield is a journey of self-reflection, identifying and spending time in your feelings, and a spiritual growth journey like no other. Overcoming the unexpected wasn’t an option for author Jillian Benfield. She would have to undergo it instead. In doing so, she discovered who she was and who God wanted her to become. Reading this book will challenge you to work through your pain rather than avoid it to achieve true healing. You’ll also discover how your internal transformation leads to external purpose.

In the News
Check out Ladue News to catch a glimpse of JJMF supporters at our signature fundraising event, An Evening of Joy, held last November. This event has a valuable impact on children with medically complex, neurological conditions and their families. Save the date to join us for An Evening of Joy this year on Friday, November 10th at The Reverie in Chesterfield!

Donor Spotlight
Did you catch JJMF Executive Director and June’s mom, Genny Jessee, on the BIG550 KTRS? Genny was interviewed by Nicole Genovese on the Girl Talk radio show, and she shared all about her experience including June’s medical history, seeking diagnosis and treatments, and the challenges of caring for a medically complex child. Listen to the interview to hear Genny’s story.