Gillette Children's Stories

Gillette Stories

At Gillette Children's we help every child in our care live a life defined by dreams, not diagnosis. Here you will find stories of inspiration and triumph and joy. Learn more about our work with patients and families that don't give up as we help every child live their story. Gillette Stories Magazine

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Leo St. Martin to Lead the Way in Gillette Children’s 2025 Walk & Roll Event

Leo St. Martin is Gillette Children's 2025 Children's Miracle Network Champion and 2025 Walk & Roll patient ambassador. He is all about sports. Baseball, football, hockey, soccer – you name it, he wants to play it. When he was an infant, Leo was diagnosed with Infantile Pompe disease, a rare genetic disease that leads to weakened muscles. His physical and occupational therapists helped get him into a power chair when he was just three, and they continue working with him, motivating him to make the impossible, possible.

Philanthropy

Rett Syndrome Research at Gillette Children’s Shows Promise

Generous support from donors has fueled advancements in Rett Syndrome research at Gillette Childrens.

Philanthropy

Leading the Gillette Children’s Philanthropy Board

Scott Ward, chair of the newly formed Gillette Children's Philanthropy Board.

Philanthropy

How the Nowicki Family is Giving Back After Their Son’s Recovery

The Nowacki family, inspired to give back to Gillette Children's by their son's care, gathers at Gillette's annual Walk & Roll community event.

Philanthropy

Family Engagement in Research: Real Lives, Real Impact

Gillette Children's Family Engagement in Research Coordinator, Haley Brunelle (left), draws on her experience as a caregiver to her son, Felix (center), in her work.