Twelve-year-old Aidan is facing a journey most kids his age could never imagine. Just three months ago, his life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with stage 4 liver failure and learned that he would need a transplant. Since then, his world has been filled with doctor visits, new medications, and long conversations about what comes next. Through it all, Aidan has shown strength well beyond his years. Even on the hard days\u2014when he\u2019s tired or feeling sick\u2014his courage shines through. He\u2019s the kind of kid who still tries to smile, who still asks questions, and who still dreams big.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aidan\u2019s mom, Nichole, is by his side every step of the way. She is not only his mother but also his solo care provider, Nichole has carried this weight with grace and fierce determination. She has helped assemble a skilled and compassionate care team, and together they\u2019ve built a plan to support Aidan through this critical time. The family has found great comfort and confidence in the transplant team guiding his treatment, which has helped bring a sense of hope to even the most uncertain days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are good days\u2014when Aidan has more energy, can eat a little better, and maybe even laugh a little more\u2014and there are tough ones, too. But no matter what, Aidan\u2019s bravery never wavers. Whether it\u2019s sitting through lab work, waiting patiently for results, or simply pushing through the fatigue, Aidan continues to show what real strength looks like. His journey is far from over, but with his mother\u2019s love, a devoted medical team, and his own remarkable spirit, Aidan is not facing it alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Funds raised through this page will go directly to supporting Aidan and his family\u2014immediately and for the long term. These donations will help with essential needs, unexpected medical expenses, travel costs, and the overall stability of Aidan\u2019s care. While there will be ongoing opportunities to support Aidan in the future, it is with urgency that we reach out now. There is a chance the transplant could happen very soon, and the family must be prepared at a moment\u2019s notice. Updates will be posted frequently as Aidan\u2019s journey continues. Thank you for supporting Aidan’s battle!The Children\u2019s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) helps children and young adults who need a life-saving transplant by providing fundraising assistance and family support. COTA is the nation\u2019s only fundraising organization solely dedicated to raising life-saving dollars in honor of transplant-needy children and young adults. 100% of each contribution made to COTA in honor of our patients helps meet transplant-related expenses. COTA\u2019s services are free to our families, and gifts to COTA are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Twelve-year-old Aidan is facing a journey most kids his age could never imagine. Just three months ago, his life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with stage 4 liver failure and learned that he would need a transplant. Since then, his world has been filled with doctor visits, new medications, and long conversations […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":88,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-14","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n