When Gage was three months old, his mom Heather noticed a troubling lump on his neck. After a frightening week in the hospital, doctors delivered the diagnosis: chronic granulomatous disease—a rare immune disorder that prevents white blood cells from effectively fighting certain bacteria and fungi.

“I remember calling my dad and just crying,” Heather said. “It was impossible not to imagine the worst.”

While medication helped manage Gage’s condition, it didn’t prevent new lumps from forming—each requiring surgery to be removed. Ultimately, doctors confirmed the only true cure: a bone marrow transplant. For five-year-old Gage and his mom, Heather, that meant leaving home and relocating to Denver for several months.

That’s when they found Brent’s Place.

At Brent’s Place, Gage and Heather found far more than a place to stay—they found stability, safety, and a caring community that truly understood what they were facing. From fresh, home cooked meals to laundry and daily support, Brent’s Place removed the burdens that so often overwhelm families during medical crises, allowing Heather to fully focus on her son.

As Gage grew stronger, he also found moments of joy—joining in activities like a special holiday visit from the Grinch and rediscovering what it means to just be a kid. 

“I’m so grateful to have a safe, clean place for my son to heal and recover,” Heather shared. “I’ll really miss it.”

Today, Gage is getting healthier by the day. While he and his mom are ready to go home, they leave Denver deeply grateful for the care and community they found at Brent’s Place. We’re honored to have been part of Gage’s journey—and no matter what comes next, our doors are always open.

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