Kaitlyn Harvie is a brave young survivor of dysautonomia who has decided to give back to the organization that helped her when she was in need.
Kaitlyn, only 11 years old, wanted more than anything to see the Royal Winnipeg Ballet when she was sick, and in August, 2008, Westman Dreams for Kids made that happen for her. Now, nearly two years later, she has decided to raise money for Westman Dreams for Kids while donating something very personal to cancer patients; her long locks of hair.
“I’m getting it cut all the way up to my shoulders.”
Kaitlyn has been growing her hair for a while now, and it is nearly down below her waist. Her mother, Michelle Harvie, agreed that donating it at the Pantages 25th Anniversary BBQ, on May 8th, would be a great opportunity to also collect pledges and donations for Westman Dreams for Kids.
“We decided to try and give back to (Westman) Dreams for Kids. They were so kind to us, we want to make sure they can keep doing what they are doing, keep helping other kids,” said Harvie.
Dysautonomia is a disorder of the autonomic nervous system, the hardwiring of the body to control below-conscious functions, such as heart beat and digestion. Some symptoms include heart problems, excessive fatigue, and even fainting and seizures. “It sucked,” said Kaitlyn, “I had to miss a full week of school.”
“You ended up missing a lot more than one week,” chuckled Michelle.
Kaitlyn and her mother, Michelle, encourage more people to donate to the Westman Dreams for Kids Organization, with hopes that the next time a child is in need of a little cheering up, they are able to help. For more information on how to donate, call Westman Dreams for Kids at 729-8898.
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