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Daymara had big plans in 2020. Trips, work goals and family outings were a few items on Daymara's to-do list. But when she collapsed getting out of bed one morning, all those plans on the horizon where immediately put on hold. After being rushed to the hospital Daymara was faced with an unexpected diagnosis. She had acute myeloid leukemia, a type of blood cancer. As this type of Leukemia can be terribly aggressive, Daymara immediately began an intensive chemotherapy regime and a groundbreaking stem cell procedure that would eventually save her life. This stem cell procedure, however, would force her into isolation as her immune system was weakened. Regardless of what may have seemed like an insurmountable challenge, Daymara persevered and her determination to leave the hospital so she could be with her children again is what Daymara says gave her hope and the ability to get well again.

Daymara had big plans in 2020. Trips, work goals and family outings were a few items on Daymara's to-do list. But when she collapsed getting out of bed one morning, all those plans on the horizon where immediately put on hold. After being rushed to the hospital Daymara was faced with an unexpected diagnosis. She had acute myeloid leukemia, a type of blood cancer. As this type of Leukemia can be terribly aggressive, Daymara immediately began an intensive chemotherapy regime and a groundbreaking stem cell procedure that would eventually save her life. This stem cell procedure, however, would force her into isolation as her immune system was weakened. Regardless of what may have seemed like an insurmountable challenge, Daymara persevered and her determination to leave the hospital so she could be with her children again is what Daymara says gave her hope and the ability to get well again.

Early on in Rachel Collin's pregnancy she was told there was concern for her unborn child as doctors discovered her baby's heart was undeveloped. Soon hopes were dashed and worry set in as Rachel was told the future was uncertain for her baby boy. Hope is Here chronicles the first two years of Mikey Collins' life, who proved to be the brave little boy with an incredible will to live.

Early on in Rachel Collin's pregnancy she was told there was concern for her unborn child as doctors discovered her baby's heart was undeveloped. Soon hopes were dashed and worry set in as Rachel was told the future was uncertain for her baby boy. Hope is Here chronicles the first two years of Mikey Collins' life, who proved to be the brave little boy with an incredible will to live.

Five decades ago, Lawrence Monk Terry was at the top of his game. In 1972 he had won a silver medal with the U.S. rowing team at the 1972 summer Olympics in Munich Germany. His position on the team was an important one. He served as the Stroke. That's the term for the one who sets the pace for the rest of the rowers. Since then, his life has been rowing along merrily. Just recently he was a fit and active retiree until an April day, after Monk was doing housework and decided it was time to come inside that his life would take a pause. What happened next would give a whole new meaning to his revered rowing position, The Stroke.

Five decades ago, Lawrence Monk Terry was at the top of his game. In 1972 he had won a silver medal with the U.S. rowing team at the 1972 summer Olympics in Munich Germany. His position on the team was an important one. He served as the Stroke. That's the term for the one who sets the pace for the rest of the rowers. Since then, his life has been rowing along merrily. Just recently he was a fit and active retiree until an April day, after Monk was doing housework and decided it was time to come inside that his life would take a pause. What happened next would give a whole new meaning to his revered rowing position, The Stroke.

A diagnosis of childhood cancer came as a shock to the Shoeneck family who found out about their daughter Kenedi's malignant tumor after an unexpected fall. This episode of Hope is Here proves the power of love and creativity as The Sing Me a Story Foundation pairs Kenedi and well known songwriter Kat Perkins to create a happy and memorable tune that delivers hope, strength and laughter to a family who needed a reason to smile.

A diagnosis of childhood cancer came as a shock to the Shoeneck family who found out about their daughter Kenedi's malignant tumor after an unexpected fall. This episode of Hope is Here proves the power of love and creativity as The Sing Me a Story Foundation pairs Kenedi and well known songwriter Kat Perkins to create a happy and memorable tune that delivers hope, strength and laughter to a family who needed a reason to smile.

Our youth and all the experiences that make up one's childhood, good and bad, can affect the person we ultimately become. Yet we often have a choice in that destiny. Ana Viamonte Ros is a woman who confirms that although insurmountable challenges and negative experiences from the past can shape our future, hard work and a determined, healthy mindset can pave the way towards a gratifying life. Today Dr. Viamonte dedicates her life to helping patients strengthen their mental health and conquer childhood traumas while serving as living proof that perseverance and hope make dreams attainable.

Our youth and all the experiences that make up one's childhood, good and bad, can affect the person we ultimately become. Yet we often have a choice in that destiny. Ana Viamonte Ros is a woman who confirms that although insurmountable challenges and negative experiences from the past can shape our future, hard work and a determined, healthy mindset can pave the way towards a gratifying life. Today Dr. Viamonte dedicates her life to helping patients strengthen their mental health and conquer childhood traumas while serving as living proof that perseverance and hope make dreams attainable.

The way to healing can take on different forms. Little 7 year old Leonor was suffering from a very rare cancer, and it was decided she needed an uplifting project to give her hope. What better medicine than an endearing song that was created from Lenore and her sister Dot's imagination and a ridiculously cute and famous dog named Doug the Pug. This episode of Hope is Here is about how a famous dog, creativity and a group of caring individuals came together to give a little girl a world of hope to carry on.

The way to healing can take on different forms. Little 7 year old Leonor was suffering from a very rare cancer, and it was decided she needed an uplifting project to give her hope. What better medicine than an endearing song that was created from Lenore and her sister Dot's imagination and a ridiculously cute and famous dog named Doug the Pug. This episode of Hope is Here is about how a famous dog, creativity and a group of caring individuals came together to give a little girl a world of hope to carry on.

Parents raise their children to ultimately achieve their independence. Yet removing barriers to attain the goal of independence is filled with great challenges for parents of children with special needs. Hope is Here focuses on a family, a very special foundation and a Florida hospital system that is going to great lengths to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities with strength, confidence and a sense of self-worth.

Finding inspiration to fight cancer calls upon courage and an immense determination to soldier on through the toughest of days. This arduous journey also requires support and love from friends and family. Michael Cramer was gifted with all these necessary ingredients to forge ahead, not only from a family who loves him but especially from a mother whose encouragement strengthened her son through his darkest moments. Here is Michael's remarkable story about a mother's love, his undying resilience and the important lessons he learned about giving back the gift of survival.

Life can be full of hope and dreams. Lisa Briggs was enjoying a successful business, and a close-knit family while celebrating the arrival of her second child. Yet within months of giving birth Lisa was told the devasting news; she had stage 4 lung cancer. For an athletic, young woman who never smoked, the diagnosis seemed unreal. After the shock wore off, Lisa went into full action ahead as her will to live proved stronger than her devastating cancer.

Life can be full of hope and dreams. Lisa Briggs was enjoying a successful business, and a close-knit family while celebrating the arrival of her second child. Yet within months of giving birth Lisa was told the devasting news; she had stage 4 lung cancer. For an athletic, young woman who never smoked, the diagnosis seemed unreal. After the shock wore off, Lisa went into full action ahead as her will to live proved stronger than her devastating cancer.

Emily Bennett Taylor and her husband Miles were newlyweds with a bright future planned. Just as they were house hunting and talking about raising a family Emily received the news that she had stage 4 lung cancer. She and her husband recall their cancer journey and recount their determination to live life to its fullest while fighting for the chance to have children despite a grave cancer diagnosis.

Emily Bennett Taylor and her husband Miles were newlyweds with a bright future planned. Just as they were house hunting and talking about raising a family Emily received the news that she had stage 4 lung cancer. She and her husband recall their cancer journey and recount their determination to live life to its fullest while fighting for the chance to have children despite a grave cancer diagnosis.

Gina Hollenbeck is positive about life. Every day she lives with an optimistic desire to overcome and thrive despite a stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis. As a young mother of two boys, she forges ahead towards a vibrant and meaningful journey with a mission to help find a cure for not only herself but for others who suffer from this deadly disease.

Gina Hollenbeck is positive about life. Every day she lives with an optimistic desire to overcome and thrive despite a stage 4 lung cancer diagnosis. As a young mother of two boys, she forges ahead towards a vibrant and meaningful journey with a mission to help find a cure for not only herself but for others who suffer from this deadly disease.

Hank Baskett was given the grim diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer almost ten years ago. At the time his thoughts were not of himself but of how he was going to tell his family. In episode 3 of Hope is Here we meet Hank and his family and learn how he was able to push forward towards health with a hopeful attitude and mission that his cancer journey would be, in his words, "a joyful one."

Hank Baskett was given the grim diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer almost ten years ago. At the time his thoughts were not of himself but of how he was going to tell his family. In episode 3 of Hope is Here we meet Hank and his family and learn how he was able to push forward towards health with a hopeful attitude and mission that his cancer journey would be, in his words, "a joyful one."

Lung cancer diagnoses for young, non-smoking individuals are a growing trend. But that didn't intimidate the athletic and courageous lung cancer patient, 21-year-old Jill Costello. Jill's fighting spirit and her desire to help find a cure and eradicate the stigma that only smokers contracted the disease would eventually define her legacy.

Lung cancer diagnoses for young, non-smoking individuals are a growing trend. But that didn't intimidate the athletic and courageous lung cancer patient, 21-year-old Jill Costello. Jill's fighting spirit and her desire to help find a cure and eradicate the stigma that only smokers contracted the disease would eventually define her legacy.

At age 56, Bonnie was a wife, mother, grandmother, president of an oil company, and leader in breaking through the industry's glass ceiling. She also became one of the millions facing a 16% survival rate. Her initial prognosis was grim. Most doctors provided little hope, but Bonnie eventually found a thoracic surgeon willing to help, telling him, "If I am going to die from this disease, I don't want it to be because I did nothing!" After a 14-hour surgery, multiple rounds of chemotherapy, and radiation, Bonnie became a survivor with a new purpose in life.

At age 56, Bonnie was a wife, mother, grandmother, president of an oil company, and leader in breaking through the industry's glass ceiling. She also became one of the millions facing a 16% survival rate. Her initial prognosis was grim. Most doctors provided little hope, but Bonnie eventually found a thoracic surgeon willing to help, telling him, "If I am going to die from this disease, I don't want it to be because I did nothing!" After a 14-hour surgery, multiple rounds of chemotherapy, and radiation, Bonnie became a survivor with a new purpose in life.