About Christopher and 1 Boy 4 Change

I am Christopher Carswell and I am 14 years old. I have been fighting since before I was born...

I have had multiple hand reconstructive surgeries. I have had tonsil and adenoid surgery - it went wrong and I had a feeding tube for a while. At some point in my life I had a stroke. I have overcome lots of developmental delays and some I am still working on...

October 11, 2007 I started having seizures and I went into respiratory/cardiac arrest. I spent several days in PICU and a couple more days in a regular room. I am on medicine that helps control my seizures. I have had lots of tests, x-rays, MRIs, EEGs and EKGs done.

I travel to Miami Children's Hospital twice a year and I have numerous trips to other specialists. I see a cardiologist, neurologist, genetics specialist, orthopedists, ophthalmologist, and a pediatrician. My childhood has been and continues to be governed by medical challenges.

January 2010, I received Bronx, my service dog! Now, at-least, I don't have to go through these challenges alone...

I have grown stronger and wiser through all of my challenges. I have seen the kindness of a stranger, a random act of kindness, a kind word, a prayer and I know “first hand” how good it can make you feel.

Our mission at "1 Boy 4 Change" is to be an agent and catalyst of change - change in the way we see ourselves, our community, and our world - by "paying it forward", raising awareness, and providing assistance and hope for individuals and families with disabilities; as well as by providing support for the dedicated individuals who protect us at home and abroad.

Join me and we can all make a difference in at least one life!

International Association of Assistance Dog Partners - Provider Member #2078