04/01/2026
💙 Meet Fernando💙
At just 4 years old, Fernando is a beautiful reminder of strength, resilience, and the power of love.
Fernando finds joy in the sweetest things… being held, talked to, and sung to. He especially loves Disney musical movies, where the music and magic bring him comfort and happiness. 🎶✨
His personality is uniquely his own, marching to the beat of his own drum. While he may not smile or laugh often, when he does, it lights up the entire world around him.
Fernando was diagnosed with Ohtahara syndrome at the age of 2 after many tests and scans. Doctors once didn’t expect him to live past his first birthday, but by the grace of God, he is still here fighting every single day. He has faced so much, including living with just one kidney and frequent hospital stays, yet he continues to show what true strength looks like. He is, without a doubt, a little hero. 💪💙
His family shares a powerful message:
Life is a slow process. Cherish every moment. Hug your babies, kiss them often, and hold them close. Some days are harder than others, but every day is a gift.
Fernando has been supported by Hands of Hope for over a year, and his family describes the team as nothing short of amazing—kind, patient, and always there. From his nurse, Caitlin, social worker Alicia and Dr. Beall, they have been so helpful every step of the way and made this journey a little easier.
Please join us in surrounding Fernando and his family with love. 💙
