Kristin Knutson
Who’s In Your Family?
Andrew (15), Brian (Dad), Kristin (mom), Kayla (sister), and Sarah (sister)
What do you want people to know about your family?
- We live in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- Brian is a physician
- Kristin is a teacher
- Kayla and Sarah are in college
- Andrew is a freshman in high school and is currently the only deaf student at his school
What activities do you like to do?
- We love to spend time together.
- Our family enjoys going to sporting events (MN Vikings, Wild, and Twins are a few of our favorites).
- Andrew rides horse as a form of sensory therapy
- Andrew loves participating in Special Olympics
- Andrew is enjoying being a part of the Best Buddies program at his school
Why do you Volunteer with the Foundation?
I volunteered to become a liaison for the Foundation because I enjoy meeting new families who have a child with CHARGE. I have learned a lot through our journey and I look forward to sharing my experiences with new and incoming families.
To contact your state’s Family Liaison please email Lourdes Quintana at Lourdes@chargesyndrome.org.
