Tyrell’s path to new kidneys and a new life

Tyrell and Sam

Tyrell Bosket has visited a dialysis center three times a week for nearly four years. At four and a half hours per visit, that’s more than 2,700 hours in the dialysis seat, waiting as his blood filters through an artificial kidney.

Mike’s mental health journey

Mike in the bakery kitchen

  In his job at a local pizzeria and bakery, Mike Ripperger serves up more than dough and toppings. “I like to put smiles on people’s face,” he says. “I bring not only pizza, but I bring smiles to the bakery.” Despite his infectious laugh and joyful personality today, the road here wasn’t easy. More […]

Suicide survivor finds renewed purpose

Andrea Huston

October 10 marks World Mental Health Day. 2019’s theme is suicide prevention. According to the World Health Organization, every 40 seconds, someone loses their life to suicide.