Providing care and support to families with children who are mentally and physically challenged.
The Kristy Care Fund was established in 2003 by Brenda and Keith Knodel after their daughter Kristin Jane Knodel went to be with the Lord. After a lengthy battle with chronic illnesses associated with her condition of microcephaly, and it’s complications, she passed away at 17 years of age.
When Kristin was 13 months old, she had a procedure which enabled her to be fed with a gastrostomy feeding tube. This feeding method was all she had for 17 years. Her condition involved chronic respiratory problems, scoliosis, osteoporosis, and a movement disorder. She also had a seizure disorder for which she was on a lot of medication. Despite all her limitations Kristin radiated a sweetness that would reach into anyone’s heart. Kristin was a gift from God who taught her loving family how to be patient, loving, and compassionate. Kristin was dependent on the care of others and the Knodel family was immeasurably blessed by the love, encouragement, and support of so many people who partnered with them to care for their precious daughter.
Kristin could not talk like you and me. She had her own unique little way of communicating – she could say “Ah ha!” (Yes) and “Un ha” (No). She made her needs known with her tone of voice, her giggle, and sometimes her tears.
Out of their experience and great loss the Kristy Care Fund was born Keith and Brenda use the resources donated to Kristy Care to reach out to families who have children with conditions like Kristin and provide them with resources to help them care for their own precious gifts from God.
Thank you,
To all those who have contributed and supported those who need a lift of hope, care, and Christian love.
Donations to the Kristy Care Fund can be made by cheque payable to the Pregnancy Support Society. In the memo at the bottom, please indicate "For the Kristy Care Fund". These donations are eligible for a tax receipt.
