Taylor Ballek is a multimedia visual storyteller for the Health Beat team. Born in Winfield, Illinois, she went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in photojournalism from Central Michigan University in 2015. Her love for storytelling continues to grow with every person she has the privilege to meet through her journey of photojournalism. In her spare time she enjoys hammocking near Lake Michigan, rollerblading, collecting antique clocks, trying new restaurants and traveling to new cities.
Children's hospital patients choose donated Christmas presents for their loved ones.
Past and present patients roared with laughter during the 24th annual Christmas production.
The Grand Rapids Ballet Company performs for patients and staff.
And go register to be an organ donor! Sparty is.
But, when they do, they scale down the side of the children's hospital.
For kiddos at the children's hospital, smiles are found in feathers and fluff—with a bird named Bert and a rabbit named Cookie.
More than 1,000 people enjoyed an afternoon filled with memories and joy.
More than 1,000 toys memorialize 3-year-old MaKenna Fraaza, who tragically died earlier this summer.
Kiddos at the children's hospital met these creatures and asked all sorts of interesting questions.
Children's hospital program lets kids experience the excitement of heading back to school.
Past and present cleft palate and craniofacial surgery patients spent a fun-filled afternoon connecting with each other.
More than 100 pediatric patients, family members and staff reconnect during the 25th hematology-oncology annual picnic.
