Description: Some of you may know the horrible news that my amazing mom was recently diagnosed with ALS, and our lives changed overnight. A month ago, she woke me up at midnight, unable to breathe. I rushed her to the hospital, and she spent 14 days in the ICU fighting for her life. We almost lost her. Since then, everything has changed. My mom now has a feeding tube and will never be able to eat or drink again. ALS is progressing quickly, and we are trying to prepare for what’s ahead while also trying to hold onto every possible moment together. I’m an only child, and I’m also helping care for my dad, who also has his own health issues. Both of my parents live at home with me, and while we are doing everything we can, the emotional and financial weight of this has become overwhelming. In the coming months, my mom will need increasing medical care and equipment, including mobility assistance, home accommodations, communication devices, and eventually an electronic scooter/wheelchair. I’m trying to become her full-time caregiver while still working and keeping our household afloat. But beyond the medical side of things, I want my mom to still LIVE.

My mom has spent her entire life taking care of everyone else — especially me. When I was little and battling a heart defect, she was my protector, my safe place, and my strength. She has always been my best friend, my adventure partner, and the person who made life beautiful. She gave me a childhood full of road trips, music blasting through the car speakers, countryside drives, laughter, photography adventures, and memories I will treasure forever. Even now, she still wants to go on little drives and chase sunsets and beautiful photos whenever she can. I don’t want this disease to take away every joyful moment she still has left.

We are asking for help with medical expenses, caregiving needs, equipment, home adjustments, and hopefully a few small adventures and special memories for my mom while she is still able to enjoy them. Any support—whether through donations, sharing our story, or sending encouragement—means the world to us. Thank you for helping us hold onto hope and make every moment count.