MaKynlee was diagnosed with Juvenile Dermatomyositis on November 6th, 2019.   Months prior to this diagnosis Makynlee had developed skin rashes on all her joints, as well as her face,  complaining of chest pains and shortness of breath.   After many other things had been ruled out, MaKynlee began to display muscle weakness.  She was admitted Nov 6th at Vanderbilt Childrens hospital to start aggressive treatment.... one being a high dose of steroids.   Steroids are so harsh and cause so many side effects.  Weight gain being the hardest one for her.   That is where CureJM comes into play,  as they are working towards new medications to treat children like MaKynlee with out some of these horrible side effects. 

We are pleased to announce we are participating in a new event, the Walk Strong Across America .

We invite you to show your support by making a gift and walking with us virtually wherever is safe -- at home, in your yard, or neighborhood on or before July 4th. 

Send us your photos or videos if you would like.

Like you, our family has been thrown for a loop this year.  Our thoughts are with everyone affected by COVID-19 -- which in reality, is all of us.

The COVID-19 crisis has shown us that now more than ever, we need to move Juvenile Myositis research forward. COVID-19 increased the vulnerability of children and teens with JM who receive treatments that suppress their immune systems. That’s why we are as committed as ever to our mission to find better treatments and a cure.

Our children are counting on us.

We always say,  A Cure Can’t Wait 

Neither can our kids.

Now more than ever.

All proceeds benefit Cure JM Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to finding
a cure for Juvenile Myositis, a life-threatening disease which causes the
body’s own immune system to attack healthy cells and tissues. It can affect
virtually any system of the body, the heart, lungs, skin, muscles, and more.
There are currently no FDA-approved treatments and no cure. 

But with support from friends and family like you, we’re making progress to
change that.  And now – more than ever— your support can help keep that
progress on track for the children that are counting on us.

Thank you for your support.

With much love,
Daniel, Krista, MaKynlee and Jase