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Medical And Supply Support For Val

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So this past spring I received my Ehlers Danlos Syndrome diagnosis, and since then my health has gotten worse. It's looking to be along the likes of Multiple Sclerosis, but there could be other issues, as well. (MRI coming soooon.) 

Showing signs of dysfunction of the autonomous and peripheral nervous systems. I've had at least one seizure. Neverending numbness, tingling, vertigo, and fatigue, on top of muscle and joint pain from EDS. Coordination and walking issuesWorsening memory issues. Spasms and shaking.

I'm also a single parent, and caring for my  kiddos (5 and 7 yo).  It's been really difficult to hold down steady work the past handful of years, because the minute I think I'm stable, my mind and body absolutely crash and i can barely function. Aaaand I just recently got let go due to complications after a seizure.

BUT! I can paint. And I know some woodworking. I have that experience with refurbishing and refinishing furniture. And I inherited a house full of really dope, solid wood furniture that I can flip for several thousand. I just need the tools. And to be very blunt, I need some medical and general financial support while I'm trying to figure things out, regarding either finding suitable and accommodating work or going on disability. Though my -HOPE- is that I can generate enough on furniture resales to make it something semi-stable.

But I need alooooot of help. In order of importance:

Support items like braces, mobility aids, adaptability items, and natural aids for pain, cognitive decline, and neuropathy**

Tools and paint supplies to flip furniture. Self explanatory lol. This'll [theoretically] set me up to do about 10 pieces. **

**Alternatively, you can go to [ https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/14R6QS7G5GPQO?ref_=wl_share ]  for some of it.

I'm getting visual snow and peripheral double vision (optical neuropathy), so I need another trip to the ophthalmologist for new glasses. Maybe bifocals, idk?

An order from ZebraSplints. The are metal joint braces to help with hypermobility in my hands. My thumb keeps dislocating and other joints are sublocating, and it's causing alot pain in my wrists and palms. My insurance wont cover them. These are custom, handmade made by another person with EDS. Cheaper than out-of-pocket medical braces. #supportdisabledpeople #cripplepunk #diy

Miscellaneous things like medical bills, gas, windshield wipers (one is broken), copays, living expenses, childcare costs, household items, toiletries, cleaning supplies, unforseen /emergency situations, etc., until I get things sold or figured out.

Please help, y'all. Though I know times are tight for many people. Even a share is great. 

Preemptive thank you. <3 

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Val Conklin
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Springfield, IL

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