About Us
ROOTS
Pediatric Neuroimmune Initiative
“Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive beyond a neuroimmune diagnosis. ROOTS exists to provide resources, support, advocacy, and community that empower children and families to navigate the journey with confidence, resilience, and hope.”
Meet the Founder
Why I Started ROOTS
At eight years old, I was diagnosed with pediatric Multiple Sclerosis.
I know what it feels like to grow up facing uncertainty.
I know what it feels like to sit in doctor’s offices wondering what comes next.
I know what it feels like to feel different from other children.
Yet I also know what resilience looks like.
ROOTS was born from my journey.
Not because I had all the answers.
But because I spent decades searching for them.
Today, ROOTS exists to help children and families find the support, resources, education, and hope I wish existed when I was growing up.
— Diana L.M. Saint Simon
Mission
ROOTS Pediatric Neuroimmune Initiative is committed to being the leading resource in holistic healing and whole-child support for children living with pediatric neuroimmune conditions.
Vision
A world where every child and family has the resources, support, and community needed to confidently circumnavigate the journey from diagnosis to thriving.