I'm Miriam Garcia and I am asking for help for my dear friend Nicki Piper. I've known Nicki and her husband Jack for many, many years. I have to say that Nicki's strength amazes me!

Those who know Nicki well understand that she has gone through numerous surgeries and medical treatments in her lifetime. She does not complain... she accepts and moves forward. Remarkable!

Not too long ago, Nicki lost the use of her left leg. So very frightening not knowing what was wrong. I was grateful to help Jack get her to the hospital. When the doctor shared that it was a stroke, again in Nicki's style (without a tear), she accepted what happened and just wanted to know what to do next.

After many weeks in the hospital going through very painful rehabilitation, she is getting better (not fully recovered and also unsure what the full extent of her recovery will be). She is home now needing home health visits.

We all know medical bills and just daily living expenses can overwhelm us all, and one of the most helpful things in recovery is to reduce stress. Let's help to alleviate some of that stress for both Nicki and Jack.

Thank you in advance for your kindness.