<div>We are Elite Child Advocacy, an organization dedicated to protecting the rights of children and families. We are fundraising to support Tasha Patterson and her husband, Michael Patterson.
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<div><strong>Their Story</strong>
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<div>Almost 4 years ago, Tasha and Michael’s babies were taken away due to a misdiagnosis and a rush to judgment. It has been discovered that both Tasha and her children have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a genetic condition that may have contributed to the misunderstood circumstances. The twins themselves were also found to have Metabolic Bone Disease.
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<div>We are reaching out on behalf of Tasha and Michael Patterson, a loving couple whose lives were turned upside down by a heartbreaking series of events. Tasha’s journey into motherhood began with immense joy, but her dreams of raising her twin boys were shattered when their children were removed from their care at 8 weeks due to false allegations of abuse—allegations that medical evidence now shows were unfounded.
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<div>The Patterson twins were found to have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a condition that affects the connective tissue, along with another genetic anomaly and metabolic bone disease. These medical conditions can cause easy bruising, bleeding, and bone fragility. The fractures and injuries that led to the abuse allegations were consistent with these medical diagnoses—not abuse. One of the injuries diagnosed in particular was later deemed to not even exist.
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<div>Despite evidence from twelve medical experts confirming this, including the twins’ own treating geneticist, Tasha and Michael's parental rights remain terminated due to the original pediatrician's allegations. Their children were removed from their care, leaving Tasha and Michael devastated and fighting for justice. Even worse, the twins’ older half-brother, who was 8 years old at the time, was also permanently removed from the home despite asserting that no abuse ever occurred. He is now 11 years old.
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<div>The twins continued experiencing injuries after removal from the Pattersons due to their underlying medical conditions. The injuries resolved after proper medical preventative measures were implemented. Unfortunately, almost 4 years later, Tasha and Michael are still fighting for their children.
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<div>This tragedy highlights a severe flaw in the system. Not only did Tasha and Michael lose their children and Michael's son from a previous relationship, but Tasha also lost her job working for a major healthcare system, and their family has endured relentless emotional and financial hardship. Despite all of this, they are not giving up hope. They are currently litigating their third appeal.
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<div>If they lose this critical appeal and there is no resolution, their children could be permanently adopted out to another family. This would be a heartbreaking and irreversible loss for Tasha and Michael, who have spent years gathering evidence and advocating for their children’s return.
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<div>Through these unimaginable challenges, Michael and Tasha’s faith in God has kept them strong. They remain hopeful and steadfast as they continue this fight.
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<div><strong>Our Relationship to the Family</strong>
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<div>Elite Child Advocacy has been working closely with Tasha and Michael Patterson throughout their legal battle. We have reviewed their medical documentation and have been actively advocating on their behalf. We are organizing this fundraiser with their full knowledge and consent to help relieve the overwhelming financial burden they are facing during their ongoing litigation process.
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<div><strong>Beneficiary Information</strong>
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<div>The designated beneficiary of this fundraiser is Tasha Patterson. She is the mother of the children involved in this case, and we are raising funds specifically to support her and her husband’s legal and related expenses as they continue their fight to reunite their family.
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<div><strong>How the Funds Will Be Used</strong>
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<div>All funds raised will go directly to Tasha Patterson and will be used strictly for:
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<li>Ongoing legal fees related to their appeal
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<li>Expert witness costs and medical testimony
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<li>Court filing fees and related litigation expenses
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<li>Expenses required for court proceedings
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<li>Case-related documentation, records retrieval, and advocacy efforts
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<div><strong>How You Can Help</strong>
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<li>Donate to their legal fund to support the ongoing appeal process.
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<li>Share their story to raise awareness about these rare medical conditions and systemic issues within child protective services and the legal system.
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<li>Advocate for reforms that prevent other families from enduring similar injustices.
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<div>A recent news report pertaining to this case can be found here:
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<div><a href="https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2025/05/30/doctors-proved-couple-didnt-hurt-their-kids-the-state-took-them-anyway-n2657904" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2025/05/30/doctors-proved-couple-didnt-hurt-their-kids-the-state-took-them-anyway-n2657904" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2025/05/30/doctors-proved-couple-didnt-hurt-their-kids-the-state-took-them-anyway-n2657904</a></a>
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<div>This systemic issue has also prompted Florida State Legislators to propose Senate Bill 42 / House Bill 47, “Specific Medical Diagnoses in Child Abuse Investigations,” to help prevent similar tragedies from happening to other families.
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<div>Tasha and Michael are fighting not only for their children but also for other families who may face similar circumstances. Their love for their children is unwavering, and they need your help to bring their family back together.
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<div>Thank you for standing with us and supporting this cause.
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