Christopher Cha
2003 Community Hero
Like other kids his age, Christopher, 12, enjoys skateboarding, biking, and candy. Nicknamed "Cha Cha," this kid loves listening to music and knows all the coolest tunes.
Chris was diagnosed with a blood disorder called Thalassemia and has endured blood transfusions, hair loss, chemotherapy and extended hospitalizations. Despite painful and frightening treatments, Chris consistently maintains a positive and hopeful attitude.
Though only on the brink of becoming a teenager, Chris' personal motto shows wisdom well beyond his years. He claims, "There is nothing I cannot do." His parents are amazed at how he learned to accept and endure what has occurred during his childhood and adolescence. Chris’ definition of a hero is “a person that does something to help others.” His attitude does just that.
