In the world of healthcare, where hope often intertwines with despair, one woman's accidental encounter sparked a revolution of compassion. Casey Baynes, driven by a single twist of fate, unlocked the power of providing support and joy to critically ill children and their families. The story unravels in unexpected ways, leading us down a path where ordinary logistics transformed into extraordinary healing. Brace yourself for a tale that will leave your heart racing and your soul yearning for more.

My special guest is Casey Baynes

Casey Baynes is an inspiring individual with a heart of gold and an unmatched passion for supporting the families of critically ill children. She has dedicated her life to ensuring that these families are treated with love, compassion, and care through her organization, Casey Cares Foundation. Having started her journey as a volunteer at a children's hospital, Casey's life took an unexpected turn when she witnessed the challenging lives of these children. Today, with her team, she creates memorable moments for these young patients and their loved ones with programs like Cammie's Jammies and fun family movie nights.

If we all pull together and help and support one another, we can make it. - Casey Baynes

In this episode, you will be able to:

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Introduction,

00:03:06 - Impact of a Child's Wish,

00:09:14 - Support for Bereaved Families,

00:10:47 - Family Time in the Hospital,

00:12:31 - Essential Supplies and Support,

00:14:09 - Casey Cares: Supporting Families of Critically Ill Children,

00:15:19 - Creating Lasting Memories for Families,

00:16:31 - Supporting Siblings of Critically Ill Children,

00:17:37 - Getting Involved with Casey Cares,

00:19:21 - Easy Application Process and Ways to Support,

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