Help me do the things I love again

Hey everyone, my name is Chaya Rivka Heilpern, but my friends call me Chiky!

This past year has been incredibly difficult as I’ve faced significant health challenges that have affected many aspects of my life. One of the biggest struggles has been the pressure on my spine causing facet osteoarthritis spinal stenosis and spondylo discarthrosis making walking and simply feeling comfortable a real challenge. It's been a tough journey, and it has impacted my ability to do many of the things I love.

Before all of this, I was incredibly active—I love sports, hiking, and exploring the outdoors. If you know me, you know that walking long distances wasn’t just something I did; it was one of my greatest joys. Losing that ability has been heartbreaking.

Thankfully, there’s hope. A surgical procedure could relieve the pressure on my spine, making walking easier and helping me feel more comfortable in my body again. However, insurance isn’t covering the full cost, and I need help raising the remaining funds to make this dream a reality.

Your support—whether through a donation or by sharing this fundraiser—could bring me closer to being able to enjoy those trails again and embrace life to its fullest.

Thank you for being a part of my journey. Your kindness means everything to me.

With gratitude,

Hugs and kisses,

Chiky