Heidi’s Story

Site created on November 18, 2023

Welcome to Heidi's CaringBridge website. We are using it to keep family and friends updated in one place. We appreciate your support and words of hope and encouragement. Thank you for visiting.

On November 12, 2023, Heidi was admitted to Wolfson Children's Hospital after discovering a 3cm brain tumor. The tumor was affecting her leg mobility and movement of her right arm. Just three days later, on November 15, 2023, Heidi underwent brain surgery to remove the tumor. The surgery lasted roughly seven hours and sweet little Heidi was an absolute champion the entire time. Her doctors and surgical team stated that it went as perfectly as possible -- they were able to remove nearly all of the tumor! However, due to the nature of the tumor, the team at Wolfson recommend several rounds of chemotherapy and possible radiation over the next 6-8 months. 

These chemotherapy treatments will be inpatient, requiring Heidi to stay at the hospital for weeks at a time. Please continue to pray for Heidi, Heather and William, their family and the medical team as they support Heidi during this time. 

Please check back often for updates, prayer requests, and meal train information. 

Newest Update

Update & Heidi's Homecoming Parade

Journal entry by CeeCee Cassidy —

Heidi had another MRI today and it was CLEAR of any presence of tumor!! 💗💜 Her counts are looking great, and she had a lot of playful energy today. Thank you for all your prayers, constant support and encouragement.

The journey is not done - she will continue with outpatient procedures, including radiation, as part of her treatment plan - but she is coming home!! She is very ready to be back home with her boys.

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🧜‍♀️ HEIDI'S HOMECOMING PARADE 🦄
Thursday afternoon 5/9 at 3pm 
Outside Heidi's house

Your enthusiasm is welcome. Decorate yourself, your kids, your car, your golfcart, your bike - whatever! Or simply show up. We just want to celebrate Heidi, Heather, William, Abe and Beau.

Thank you all!! Xx

🎗 FIGHT LIKE A KID, BRAVE LIKE HEIDI 🎗

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