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Hey everyone, I am Autumn or AUTUMNIZHURR I am your favorite 3x heart surgery patient, 2x car crash survivor, variety content creator, and disability and diversity advocate. When I'm not streaming or making content, I am conquering multiple chronic illnesses. I have mastered the ability to smile while in a constant state of anxiety and pain. I always wanted to be strong.
In February of this year, I was told my heart conditions have worsen and I will be having my fourth cardiac ablation on June 22. My second heart surgery resulted in a blood clot in my heart and a two-week hospital stay. I am terrified as I have severe medical PTSD from previous medical treatments. The previous times I had this surgery, I was not able to recover safely due to various circumstances. My current place of residence is not safe for me to be able to recover. This time, I want to make sure I can recover fully and safely so I can make sure the surgery works and avoid another blood clot. I am raising funds to have a safe recovery, have some independence back after my surgery, and be safe in the summer of 2023.
It's going into the 6th year since my first heart surgery and I am still being crushed by the burden of my disabilities. I am constantly stressed which isn't good for my heart.
I have applied for federal disability and have been denied 4 times (even with a lawyer). I started that process in Oct 2019. I got my official denial in March of this year. It took me a while to ask for help, as I felt I would get approved for disability and wouldn’t need to result in crowdfunding.
Before making my GoFundMe I wanted to make sure I could get insurance to cover as much of the medical aids that I may need during recovery.
What the $15k is for:
-Foldable walker with a seat (I was able to get this covered by insurance)
-Foldable Electric Wheelchair ($1k)
-At least 8 weeks of short-term housing or hotels by the coastline ($9200 for 2 months / $13k for 3 months)
-(lower elevation and steady temperatures under 78 degrees help my heart recover safely)
-This includes access to the internet so I am able to work/stream while I recover
-I’m trying to reserve accommodations with breakfast included to save money on food
-Food and fare for transportation (Ubers to the store, train Tix to doctor appointments)
-Liquid I.V. Hydration Powder 48 sticks ($75 a month)
-Protein shakes 24 pack ($30 a month)
-Utilities and medication and medical aid not covered by insurance.
Any extra Funds will go to paying off medical debt accumulated from job loss, surgeries, medically withdrawing from college three times, the pandemic & car accidents.
-Savings & new car fund for safe travel to and from my doctor appointments
I just want to be able to have my independence back.
Thank you for taking the time to read this far and for any assistance you may be able to give. I appreciate any help. If you aren’t able to donate at this time, a share from your family and friends is extremely helpful as well.