OUR KIDS

Who's Who around Epiphany House:
Kathie and Dexter Lanctot, co-founders of Epiphany House Inc are adoptive parents to Daniel Lanctot Grishkin, age18; Soonthtvong aka Sonty Lanctot, age 17; Sokha aka Suky Lanctot, age 15; Ebony Lanctot, age 12; Salinna Lanctot, age 12; Rosalina Therese, 27 months and Alexander aka Alex Rivera Lanctot 17months . In addition, birth family members, Dennis and Kathy McCunney and their children Nora Catherine McCunney, age 7 and Anna Claire McCunney, 4; Liam Robert McCunney, 3 years; Courtney and Lauren McCunney, Kelly and Jim Pio and their first child Lucas James 17months; Patrick and Madeleine McCunney, Danny and Kevin McCunney; Kevin's girlfriend, Theresa. Nicky O’Keeffe 20, for whom we are legal guardian; Our pets include dogs, Pit Bull, Nellie; and Chihuahua, Tinker Bell; cat, Oliver; Two Turtles, a Cockatiel, Sydney. We do frequent respite care for Kelly and Jim's pooch, Gunther.

Daniel, 18
		Daniel is in his first year at Temple University with a major in Physics. Daniel advanced to his first level black belt in Tae Kwon Do and is proficient in jiujitsu. During the summer he teaches martial arts to children on staff as a counselor at Camp Cheng, in Upper Darby, PA. Daniel has won several Grand Championships as a member of Team Cheng.
Soonthtvong (aka Sonty), 17
		Sonty is a Senior at St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Philadelphia. He is on the track team and sings in the chorus at school. During summers he works as a pool attendant. Sonty is also a member of the Philadelphia Boy’s Choir and Chorale as a chorale member. In July 11, Sonty participated in a service trip to Baltimore, MD where he worked with Habitat for Humanity.
Sokha, 15
		Sokha is in 10th grade at Merion Mercy High School. At school she is in glee club, equestrian club and has been accepted into the arts program. Sokha takes piano and vocal lessons with Mrs. Steele in Lansdowne, PA. Suky is accomplished at henna and jewelry making. She sells jewelry under the name Peaceful Moon Jewelry.
Ebony, 12
		Ebony, aka “Miss Boo‘, Has started middle school at Drexel Hill MS. Ebony works diligently as the Epiphany House in resident artist creating beautiful, colorful and uplifting card designs. She specializes lately in heart, floral and star designs.Ebony has become health conscious and goes daily to work out at the YMCA fitness room. In summers Ebony attends Camp Friendship at Upper Darby High School. She loves carnivals, amusement rides, Facebook and dreams one day of going to Disney World.
Salinna, 12
		Salinna attends the George Crother’s Memorial School in Swarthmore, PA. Salinna is excited that she is approved by the Make a Wish foundation for a Snoezelen equipped room. Last year she is spearheaded Salinna’s adventure to raise money needed to renovate the space for the Snoezelen equipment. Salinna sent laminated photos of herself nationally and internationally to seek sponsorships for the room renovation. She looks forward to sharing her room with other special needs individuals who may benefit.
Rosalina Therese (AKA ROSEY) 28 months
		Aka “Rosey” or “Rose“. Rosey has multiple medical needs. Rosey has been an amazing child. Despite many challenges she has reached many developmental goals. She doesn't miss a trick; she is very observant, a terrific mimicker, and has a great sense of humor. She loves the Wiggles and all her brothers and sisters. She got a walker in July and it has remarkably extended her sphere of influence.
ALEXANDER (AKA ALEX) 17 months
		Alex joined our family in October of 2010 at the age of 6 months. He has hypoplastic left heart condition and underwent two open heart surgeries by age 3 months. A third stage of his surgery will take place between age 2-3 years. Because of the rough start in his life Alex is behind in milestones and has begun receiving Early Intervention. He has a charming smile and stole the hearts of many Children's Heart staff on 6 floors east and south during his lengthy hospital stay. Alex, like Rosey, loves the Wiggles and his siblings. This summer he made fantastic gains in his development. He has is able to crawl at a rapid pace and joins Rosey in frequent acts of random mischief.
Nicky O'Keeffe, 20
		Last year we finalized court proceedings making us Nicky’s legal guardians. Nicky resides at Voorhees Pediatric Facility in Voorhees NJ. The staff at Voorhees loves him. Nicky enjoys music therapy, sensory equipment, babies, and television and day trips.