Jonathan

MMA, Mut 0, Age 14

Jonathan was diagnosed with methylmalonic acidemia (MMA) at age 2 following a traumatic brain injury that led to the discovery of his condition. As a result of his diagnosis, he lost his gross motor skills and became confined to a wheelchair. After spending 55 days at Levine Children’s Hospital, Jonathan was able to come home.

Living with his mother, Loree, and two sisters, Cayla and Carli, the family adapted to a new lifestyle, learning to navigate their challenges together. Jonathan has since made remarkable progress through intense speech, physical, and occupational therapy, demonstrating dedication and determination to regain his physical abilities.

He has participated in various activities, including the OAA metabolic conference, metabolic studies at the NIH, Camp CLT, University of North Carolina Charlotte Dance Marathon and the Brownies and Burpees charity event for children with disabilities for the past seven years. A highlight of his journey was a Dream on 3 wish trips, where he met Steph Curry and attended a Warriors game. He also shared a memorable moment with Cam Newton during a Carolina Panthers game.

Jonathan’s passion for basketball led him to join the Charlotte Rollin Hornets wheelchair basketball team in January 2017, where he continues to learn new skills and thrive off of his development. As an 8th grader, he works hard in class by asking and answering questions with enthusiasm, actively engages with peers and staff.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Jonathan is involved in church activities at Sanctuary Charlotte, participating in Generation Joshua and Teen Church. His vibrant personality and resilience inspire those around him.

Jonathan loves to travel to different places and document his experiences. He is a new fan to WWE and attended Friday Night Smackdown and Saturday Wrestle Mania. He is also modeling with Dillard’s department store.

Our motto is Jonathan has MMA however MMA does not have Jonathan. We will continue to explore and experience life as we see it.

Loree
Charlotte, NC
Loreecoliver@gmail.com

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