Help My Best Friend Katja Heal from a Traumatic Brain Injury

Hey everyone,

As my birthday approaches on August 31, I find myself reflecting on what truly matters. This year, instead of thinking about what I may want or need, I’m reaching out to you for something much more important: help for my best friend, Katja!

Recently, Katja experienced a grand mal seizure during the Hood to Coast run, which led to a major fall and a traumatic brain injury. It’s been a whirlwind of emotions as I’ve spent the last week by her side in the ICU & hospital. Now that she’s finally home today, the reality of her situation is starting to sink in.

A Little About Katja:

Katja is such a bright light in this world. She’s a caring mother & friend, talented linguist, teaching French, German, and Spanish, and she’s also an amazing yoga instructor. Her passion for life and helping others is truly inspiring. But right now, she’s facing a tough battle.

The Road Ahead:

The fall & seizure caused fractures in her jaw and eye socket, as well as deep brain bleeds. She needs at least 30 days of rest and healing, and that means she shouldn’t work or live her life as she normally would. She’ll be on a special diet of pureed foods for the next 6 weeks, and she really needs to focus on her recovery.

How You Can Help:

This is where I’m asking for your support. I’m hoping to raise enough funds to help cover her medical bills, as she is successfully self-employed, but has no medical insurance. Plus help with her living expenses, and anything else she might need during this challenging time is truly appreciated.

Your contributions will make a huge difference in her life and help her focus on healing without the added stress of financial worries.

Let’s Make a Difference Together:

If you’re able to donate, I would be incredibly grateful and if you can’t, sharing this with your friends & family would mean the world to me. Thank you for taking the time to read this. Let’s come together to help Katja get back on her feet and back to her beautiful life with her son.

With all my love & gratitude,

Kelli Thomsen