Mission Viejo Community Rallying Around Baby Battling Brain Cancer

From the City of Mission Viejo:

Date: November 21, 2019

Mission Viejo is made up of caring people who give back and care for those in need. In big ways and small, the compassion of our residents is evident. City staff was reminded of this fact when the Mission Viejo Homeschool Group – winners of our recent Spookiest Scarecrow contest – decided to donate their prize money to a family in need.

The McCleave family of seven is living a nightmare no family should ever endure. The family’s youngest child, 7-month-old Braydn, is battling brain cancer. Over the last four months, he’s had 14 brain surgeries and multiple invasive tests. The cancer has spread to his spine. Braydn’s dad is a firefighter who works long days while his mom tries to care for him and his four brothers. Their medical bills continue to mount as the family prays for a miracle for their beautiful child.

Not only has the McCleave’s story touched the generous Mission Viejo Homeschool Group; it has affected City staff. Anyone interested in donating or wanting information on how to help should contact Community Services Manager Andrew Fine at 949-470-3003 or afine@cityofmissionviejo.org.

This press release was produced by the City of Mission Viejo. The views expressed here are the author’s own.