Behind every story of a child with medical complexities is a family doing everything they can — balancing care, hope, and love through days that are anything but ordinary.
The families RESTkc supports show us what strength looks like: relentless advocacy, deep devotion, and the constant effort to create joy amid the demands of daily care.
Meet our founder:
Nicole Crump is a Kansas City native and advocate who understands firsthand the challenges of caring for a child with complex medical needs. Inspired by her daughter’s rare genetic syndrome and the gaps she’s encountered in caregiving support, she created RESTkc in February 2025 to offer the kind of practical help and meaningful rest she wished had existed for her own family along their journey. With a background in nonprofit leadership and a deep commitment to community care, she’s working to re-imagine support for families of children with chronic conditions—making space for renewal, empowerment, support, and time.
Meet the families fueling the care we provide.
Welcome to the family.
Emerson’s Family
After spending more than seven months in the NICU, Emerson continues to amaze her family with her determination, resilience, and joyful spirit.
Lula & Her Brother
Behind every smile and milestone are countless hours of planning, vigilance, and care—but Lula's joy makes every effort worthwhile for her family.
Logan & Mel
Logan inspires his family every day with his unique perspective on the world, while teaching those around him the power of advocacy, inclusion, and unconditional love.
Vina & Her Brother
Vina and her big brother remind their family every day that love, patience, and adaptability can turn life's unexpected challenges into meaningful connections.
Mila’s Family
Mila has broadened her family's view of the world, bringing new purpose, perspective, and appreciation for life's small but meaningful moments.
Haylee’s Family
Haylee's journey has brought unexpected challenges, but her joy, determination, and bright spirit remain at the center of this family's story.