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Empowering Mandy: Rebuilding Hope 1 Step @ A Time

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In a town filled with warmth and kindness, there lives a remarkable woman named Mandy. She is a single mother of two beautiful children and a furry companion, her loyal dog, Moose. Mandy is the epitome of strength, resilience, boundless love and generosity. She has lived a life of service, caregiving, and donating whenever she can to those in need.

However, fate dealt Mandy a cruel blow when she took a fall, which pierced her spinal cord and left her paralyzed from the neck down. Despite the sudden and devastating change in her life, Mandy refuses to let despair overshadow her spirit. With unwavering determination, she embarked on a journey of healing and hope.

For weeks, Mandy has been fighting bravely in the ICU, surrounded by the beeping of machines and the whispers of medical staff. Her children held her hand, and her mom & dad never left her side, offering comfort and solace after undergoing emergency surgery. In time, Mandy began to regain some feeling in her arms, yet is still paralyzed from the chest down. Each day is a battle, but even though she is in pain, Mandy's bright smile never wavers. Her positive attitude shines like a beacon of light in the darkest of times.

As Mandy transitions to a long-term care facility specializing in spinal cord injuries, she faces new challenges with the same indomitable spirit. Learning to use her hands again, adjusting to life in a neck brace, and coming to terms with the reality of not knowing if she will be able to walk again are daunting tasks. Yet, Mandy tackles each obstacle with grace and determination, her vibrant personality and laughter lighting up the room and inspiring everyone around her.

Despite the physical limitations imposed by her condition, Mandy's heart remains as boundless as ever. She continues to be a pillar of strength for her children, offering them love, guidance, and reassurance in the face of uncertainty.

But as Mandy focuses on her recovery, the weight of medical bills and household expenses loom large. With no partner to share the burden, she faces financial hardship that threatens to overshadow her determination to rebuild her life. That's where you come in.

We invite you to join us in supporting Mandy on her long journey to recovery. Your contribution will help cover medical expenses, household bills, and the ongoing costs of rehabilitation. Together, we can ease the financial burden on this incredible woman and her family, allowing them to focus on what truly matters: healing, hope, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.

Let's show Mandy that she is not alone, that her strength and resilience have touched the hearts of many. Together, we can make a difference in her life and help her take the next steps toward a future filled with possibility and joy. Thank you for your generosity, your kindness, and your belief in the power of community to lift each other up in times of need.
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    Co-organizers (3)

    Teresa Riverwood
    Organizer
    Anaheim, CA
    Wendy Zingali
    Beneficiary
    Steve Zingali
    Co-organizer

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