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Ian the Cancer Wrangler

Ian Scott Bentz is an almost 3 year old little boy going through childhood cancer. His journey started back in July of 2022.

He’s gone through a lot of highs and lows with surgery, scans, secondary conditions, plus the other normal things toddler boys go through. After 10 months, we still do not have a diagnosis or treatment program, but we do know that his cancer has produced malignant tumors. We have decided to create a page to keep everyone updated on his journey, updates on his blog, posting fundraisers and events to help support his journey. We ask for lots of prayers, positive thoughts, love, and play time for this boy while he goes don this special path created just for him.

11/01/2025

🎗️✨ Two years ago on Halloween, Ian received his second round of stem cells — a life-saving gift after enduring some of the most intense immunotherapy and transplant treatments.

That round will always be one we’ll never forget… St. Jude had just reopened trick-or-treating campus-wide, the girls came down for a full 24-hour Halloween celebration with their brother, and Ian received his stem cells from none other than Princess Peach herself 🍑🎃

We’ve been through so much since then, but looking back fills us with nothing but gratitude — for the doctors, for the memories, and for how far Ian has come. 💛

Here’s to continuing this journey, making memories, and celebrating every victory along the way. 💪🎗️

10/24/2025

Ian Update 💛
Ian is getting a new type of transfusion today — Immune Globulin Intravenous (IVIG). It’s something he’s never had before.

IVIG provides healthy antibodies collected from the plasma of generous donors. These antibodies help boost the immune system and fight off illnesses for those who are immune compromised.

We’re hopeful this will give Ian’s body the extra help it needs to fight these viruses faster and get him feeling better soon. 💪✨

10/21/2025

Boo — we hate it when our kiddos don’t feel good. 💔
Ian finally caught not one, but two viruses — Rhino and HFM. For most kids, that combo is already rough. But for immune-compromised kiddos, the symptoms usually hit harder and hang around longer.
We’re holding off on chemo right now to give his body time to fight off the viruses and get a little stronger. 💪
Thankfully, we’re still lucky he doesn’t have a central line, so our extra clinic visits are just a few hours instead of inpatient stays. Small blessings in the middle of a tough stretch. 💛

10/08/2025

🩸❤️ Hey friends and family! We are just a few donors short of making this weekend’s blood drive a GO, and I’d love your help to fill those spots.

This is such a fun and meaningful way to give back — every pint donated saves lives, and our drive has extra heart because it’s done together as a community.

👉 If you’ve been thinking about donating, now’s the perfect time!

👉 If you can’t donate, please consider sharing this post or inviting a friend.

Let’s make this blood drive a success and show what we can do when we come together. 💪

📅 Saturday October 11th 8 AM - NOON
📍 Little Jewels Learning Center Bloomington, IL
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/yb8m79k5

Thank you SO much for helping us make a difference this weekend. You matter more than you know! ❤️

10/05/2025

We missed it by a day, but I still want to share about Stoma Awareness Day. 💙
Ian has a stoma, which is a little opening on his tummy that helps his body do an important job. A stoma can save lives, and the supplies and knowledge that go with it are amazing.
Even though Ian’s stoma should only be temporary, it’s taught us so much. Most of all, it’s shown us how brave people are who live with one every day.
Kids (and grown-ups too!) — it’s important to know that some people have stomas, and that’s nothing to be scared of or teased about. Instead, let’s be kind, respectful, and supportive, because stomas are a sign of strength. 💙

10/04/2025

September may be over, but childhood cancer lasts all year. Let's work to change the stats.

Donate today, because kids can't fight cancer alone!®: https://www.acco.org/donate/

09/30/2025

childhoodcancerawareness

09/25/2025

✨ Routine Pet/CT and MRI scan day for Ian ✨
Every 3 months we travel to a different part of the hospital for these scans, and the mornings are always a whirlwind, getting Ian ready, making sure the other kids are set for school, and helping Ian stay calm when he’s hungry or nervous. He’s learned so much: why he has to wait for his “sleepy milk” before an MRI, how to be still and strong during his PET, and he’s even made “scan friends” at OSF’s Cancer Institute.
But once he’s back for his MRI, that’s when the scan anxiety sets in for me. The possibilities and memories are real, but I try to breathe, stay present, and not miss the little moments.
Ian’s only 5, but he’s a pro, brave, strong, and still fighting every day through treatment. 💛 We’d love a word of encouragement or a prayer today: for Ian’s strength, for clear scans, and for peace in this mama’s heart. 🙏

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De Witt, IL
61735

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+13098240278

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http://www.timberridgelonghorns.com/

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