Our brother was diagnosed with ALS two and a half years ago right on the heels of the ice bucket challenge everyone was doing to raise awareness for this horrible disease.   That was the official diagnosis, so years before then and since he has lost mobility in every part of his body while his muscles slowly deteriorate.  He was able to work until last February and as such, his short term disability has ended.  His family is struggling to make ends meet and John is in need of more care.  

For over a year, John has eaten with a feeding tube and can no longer speak.  Although he was able to get around a bit, he is now reliant on his super awesome wheelchair and increased oxygen to breathe.

You all know how much he means to us.  We are hoping that with a little help from your love and light we can give John MORE.   He literally IS the best big brother two sisters could ever have.  Especially to me, being nearly 9 years older, he was also a father figure and set the bar.

Those of you that know him, please know he still has his sense of humor and his strong will to keep fighting.   He recently learned of what may be a breakthrough in ALS called Deana Protocol.  It consists of daily supplements that may increase mobility and strength.  We will try anything.  The money we raise will go toward the care he needs and to give this a try.  We need a miracle and with your help, this will provide hope and extra help for John. 

With your help, the ripple will become a swell that John will dream of surfing again.