Dying Son a Gift, He Touched Many Souls
[CNN - Video] Charles Thompson was a troubled 13-year-old boy who finally found a home and family, but an illness cut his life short.

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[CNN - Video] Charles Thompson was a troubled 13-year-old boy who finally found a home and family, but an illness cut his life short.
[ABC7 NEWS] George Mark Children's House in San Leandro is suspending in-patient programs, meaning dying children will no longer be able to stay there.
[East Bay Times] Only a few weeks after California first lady Maria Shriver toured George Mark Children’s House with much fanfare, the end-of-life facility has shut its doors to inpatient services.
[SF Gate] State's first lady visits Bay Area, including a stop at George Mark Children's House, in quest for tomorrow's leaders.
[East Bay Times] George Mark Children’s House is recognized as a pioneering model for pediatric palliative and end-of-life care, offering comfort, support, and specialized services to families with terminally ill children.
[Mercury News] A facility founded by Los Gatos native Dr. Kathy Hull provides specialized care for children with terminal illnesses, offering a unique home-like environment and support for families during difficult times.
[East Bay Times] Ccompassionate care and support for terminally ill children and their families create a nurturing environment during challenging times.
[People] Caitlin Dolaghan was just like any other California teen -worried about getting her driver’s license and what to wear to the prom. She was also battling a type of bone cancer. Caitlin lost her fight. surrounded by her mother Carol, dad John, sister Peggy and brother Wilson.

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