02/11/2026
Before Kadence was even born, her mom Kendra knew she would need special care. Diagnosed with a heart condition in utero, Kadence had her first surgery at just a few months old at HCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children’s in Denver. Traveling from Wyoming, the family leaned on Rocky Mountain Children’s Health Foundation (RMCHF) for lodging and support, helping them focus on what mattered most—being there for Kadence.
Fast forward nine years later, Kadence faced a complication requiring another surgery. The surgery she had as a baby was successful, but she was experiencing a restriction in her pulmonary valve. Again, the Foundation helped with travel costs and lodging. This time, Kadence found comfort in a furry friend—Posey, one of RMC’s facility dogs supported by RMCHF’s PAWS for RMC program. Posey helped her relax during appointments, snuggle after surgery, and even take her first steps in recovery.🐶⭐
This Heart Month, your support helps families like Kadence’s access the care and comfort they need. ❤️
Read Kadence's full story here: https://ow.ly/lRHn50Ye1ha