
Help Kristi Recover and Reunite with Her Children
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Our dear friend Kristi has been through a terrifying and life-altering ordeal. On Easter Sunday, April 20th, she was admitted to the hospital due to a severe infection caused by cellulitis. Her condition quickly worsened, and she was placed in a medically induced coma, where she remained for nearly a month—from April 20th to May 18th.
While in the coma, Kristi underwent a tracheotomy to help her breathe. Now, she’s awake and slowly regaining strength. She’s working hard every day in physical therapy, learning to breathe on her own again and rebuild her strength so she can return home to the two people who need her most—her children.
Kristi is a single mom, and while we are so grateful she pulled through, her journey is far from over. She remains in the hospital and will likely be there for a few more weeks. Meanwhile, life outside the hospital continues—bills are piling up, rent is due, and her kids are waiting for their mom to come home to a safe and stable place.
We are asking for help to support Kristi during this critical time. Donations will go toward:
Rent and utility payments to ensure Kristi has a home to return to
Basic living expenses for her and her children
Ongoing recovery costs and support services once she’s released from the hospital
Every little bit helps—whether it’s $5, $50, or simply sharing this campaign. If you know of any resources or programs that could provide further assistance, we’d be so grateful for that information as well.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping Kristi fight her way back to her kids and her life. Let’s help her come home with dignity, strength, and support.
❤️ #TeamKristi #HelpHerHeal #SingleMomStrong
Organizer and beneficiary
Rachel Lathrop
Organizer
Vancouver, WA
Kristi Waterhouse
Beneficiary