Shaina’s Story

Site created on June 29, 2020


It is with great sadness that we share that Shaina Grimm (previously Shaina Herts) is losing her battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Shaina is a loving wife to Zach Grimm, and the most incredible mother to sweet baby Robbie. She is an amazing friend and a beautiful daughter. She was a long-time barista at Peet’s Coffee, where she developed many friendships with coworkers and customers over the years (including her husband, Zach). Her compassionate heart and loving nature make children naturally feel comfortable and safe in her presence. She was a dedicated preschool teacher at Gan B'nai Shalom Preschool in Walnut Creek, and it was her dream to become a mom.

Shortly after Robbie’s birth in the Fall of 2019, Shaina was diagnosed with a blood cancer called MDS-EB1 in December 2019. She endured blood transfusions, chemotherapy and many hospitalizations. Despite her courageous battle by April the disease had progressed to MDS- EB2 and by May she was diagnosed and treated for Acute Myeloid Leukemia. On May 5th she entered Stanford Hospital for a bone marrow transplant. Despite our hopes and prayers that this would be the beginning of her journey to recovery, it wasn’t to be. On June 12, only a week after her discharge, she was readmitted. On June 19, 2020, Zach and Shaina received the devastating news that the transplant had failed and that she would not survive. The pain for all involved has been unimaginable.

Welcome to the 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.

Newest Update

August 18, 2020

Journal entry by Sherianne Grimm —

❤️🌻It’s hard to believe that tomorrow on August 19, 2020 Robbie will be 11 months old. Every week is filled with new milestones. This week Robbie started waving both arms in the air when music is played for him or you sing songs with him. Today he waved for the first time. 

So much has happened in the last 11 months. One thing has been constant..... the love and kindness of family and friends. Shaina and Zach are so grateful for every kindness, every gift, every meal, every message they have received since Robbie was born and throughout Shaina’s illness. They are very grateful for the immense support that has surrounded them.  Thank you for making this journey a little easier.  ❤️🌻
Read More of the journal titled "August 18, 2020"
Patients and caregivers love hearing from you; add a comment to show your support.
Help Shaina Stay Connected to Family and Friends

A $25 donation to CaringBridge powers a site like Shaina's for two weeks. Will you make a gift to help ensure that this site stays online for them and for you?

Leave a comment of support for Shaina

Did you know? A quick comment, no matter the situation (positive or negative), can boost morale by 28.2%.

Comments Hide comments

Read More Journal Entries

Show Your Support

See the Ways to Help page to get even more involved.

Personal Fundraiser
Support Links
Helpful Requests
Go to Ways to Help
SVG_Icons_Back_To_Top
Top