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 Help Christina Recover and Get Back on Her Feet
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 On August 27, I was seriously injured and ended up in the emergency room and hospitalized with significant injuries to both of my hands and my leg.
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 I have 13+ stitches across both hands, including deep injuries to my fingers, and I am currently receiving follow-up treatment because of the pain and difficulty using my hands. My leg also required surgery, and I am currently unable to walk normally without a boot and walker. My doctor expects I will need the walker for at least a month, possibly longer, and I may face a long recovery with lasting nerve damage.
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 While I was hospitalized, I also had puppies depending on me. I had to temporarily leave the hospital to make sure they were safe and worked extremely hard to find them a safe placement.
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 I arranged three separate appointments with Pasadena Humane so all of the puppies could safely be taken into their care. They are now safe and available for adoption through Pasadena Humane.
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 Once I knew the puppies were safe, I returned to the hospital and was readmitted for surgery and overnight medical care.
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 Right now, I am unable to work and facing continued medical treatment and basic living expenses while I recover. Friends are also helping care for my personal pets while I am unable to care for them myself.
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 Before this happened, I was working hard to build a future around something I deeply care about. I recently received my EIN for ACT Animal Rescue Foundation and was working on the 501(c)(3) process, with hopes of eventually expanding my rescue work and helping more animals.
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 I have spent so much of my life taking care of animals and fighting for those who need someone to advocate for them. Even while I was seriously injured, I made sure the puppies were safe.
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 Now, I need help taking care of myself.
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 Funds raised will help with:
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 • Medical bills, surgery, and follow-up treatment
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 • Medications and medical supplies
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 • Transportation to medical appointments
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 • Rent and basic living expenses while I am unable to work
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 • Food and necessities during recovery
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 • Care for my personal pets while I recover
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 My goal is to heal, get back on my feet, return to work, secure stable housing, and continue building ACT Animal Rescue Foundation.
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 If you are able to donate, thank you. If you cannot, sharing this fundraiser can make an enormous difference.
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 Thank you to everyone who has reached out, checked on me, offered food, offered help, or simply kept me in your thoughts. I haven’t been able to respond to everyone, but please know that I see the love and support. ❤️
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Help Christina Recover after Serious Injury & Surgery

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