Vicky Andrada
Psoriatic Arthritis
Adult Honoree
 Vicky was 40, when she started a journey to complete a Half Marathon in every state, a great way to see the country and meet wonderful people along the way.
Vicky had aches and pains for years but thought it was a normal part of being active and getting older. It started with a swollen knee, then the other, and progressed to the point where she hurt everywhere and couldn’t explain why. It took multiple doctors and almost 6 months until Vicky was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis. “At my worst, multiple joints hurt and moving was torture. Daily tasks like getting out of bed, standing up from a seated position, or simply walking became a challenge. I have good days, and some days I need to stay in bed. I’ve learned to listen to my body and adapt my activities accordingly.” Psoriatic Arthritis put a pause on Vicky’s 50 State quest, but she is determined to finish her journey even if it takes me a little longer to complete. Join or support Vicky and team Shorty's Achy Joints, in the fight against arthritis. |
Rachel and Alexis are excited to be a mother-daughter event co-chair team for the Walk to Cure Arthritis in Jacksonville again this year!
Jennifer L. Kifer is a Partner at the law firm of Holland & Knight who co-leads a national team of attorneys, fiduciary accountants and paralegals who advocate on behalf of nonprofit organizations in trust and estate matters. Her practice canvasses the entire nonprofit sector, including charitable, medical, religious and educational organizations, with the ultimate goal of following donor intent to accelerate and increase bequest revenue to those organizations. Her team's work also produces hundreds of productive fundraising and planned giving prospects for nonprofit organizations. As someone who suffers daily from the pain of arthritis, the Arthritis Foundation’s mission has a special place in her heart, and she is honored to once again serve as the Corporate Chair for this year’s Walk in Jacksonville. 
Lea Kendall was accepted into the United States Air Force Academy in the graduating class of 2026. After months of continued pain and swelling in her hands, wrists, and knees she sought medical treatment and was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Due to this diagnosis, Lea's dream of military service was no longer attainable. With the help of her doctors and current medications she is now living a normal young adult life. She attends the University of North Florida as a Civil Engineer major and has recently started learning how to surf. 
Cadence, age 6, loves life to its fullest! She loves dancing, soccer, baking, and anything involving art. Cadence was diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) when she was only 2 ½. After limping on and off; one day she simply couldn’t walk on her left leg anymore. She finally got started on a JIA treatment course, which has had its ups and downs. JIA has given Cadence tremendous empathy towards others who are hurting as well as resiliency to fight for the life she wants. She is honored to raise her voice in awareness of juvenile arthritis.