Called Out Of Darkness And Into Wonderful Light
The endurance needed to care for a family member with a significant disability year after year is a labor of love few can understand. For many families…
14
Apr
13
Apr
Supporting Single Parents In Their Journey With Disability
As the single mom of five children eight-years-old and younger, Chelsee carries a heavy load. Working full-time and meeting her children’s needs is daunting…
11
Apr
Joni and Friends Helps Ukrainian Refugees with Disabilities Flee to Safety
The second month of war continues in Ukraine. As Russian attacks devastate the nation, many Ukrainians have fled, and still, more continue to flee. The...
11
Apr
Family Retreat Offers Refreshment in New Mexico
Tyler has a rare genetic disorder called metachromatic leukodystrophy. The condition causes the brain and nervous system to progressively lose function…
6
Apr
One Family’s Autism Journey Toward Hope and Inclusion
Joni recently interviewed Zach Hubert, the Online Education and Theological Engagement Coordinator at Joni and Friends. “The second-longest title here!” Zach pointed out. When it comes to autism, Zach can ...
1
Apr
Warrior Getaway: A Full Family Immersion of Healing
“Everybody experiences combat differently,” says Matt, who sacrificially served our country in the Army for five years. Two deployments in Iraq as a nuclear...
31
Mar
Volunteers Share the Hope of Jesus at Family Retreat
Reyna is a single mom raising four children alone. Her two oldest, Belen (19) and Leo (17), have a rare genetic disorder that impacts every aspect of their…
30
Mar
Susannah’s First Steps Made Possible by Wheels for the World
When Susannah was born with Down syndrome, doctors told her parents, “You have a special child, and there is nothing we can do for her.” For six years…
29
Mar
Special Needs Families Find Hope and Healing at Family Retreat
Jaisha is 23 years old and has Dandy Walker Malformation, which is a cyst in the back of her brain. The condition has caused hydrocephalus, seizures, and…
28
Mar
The Lord Saves Those Who Are Crushed In Spirit
Felicity has a variety of disabilities. She’s non-verbal and has a visual impairment, intellectual disability, and developmental delays. Stephanie, Felicity...
