Hi. My name is Deb Jenkins and I am Scott's Mom. Here is Scott's story:

In January of 2025, Scott began to feel unwell. It started with a persistent cough, and soon he was coughing up green mucus. Both he and Samantha assumed this was just the last remnants of a tough flu they had battled together back in November. They took it as a sign that Scott’s body was finally clearing out whatever was left from that illness.

However, what seemed like a simple recovery soon took a concerning turn. Just a week after Scott celebrated his 42nd birthday, his symptoms escalated. He found himself short of breath, sweating profusely, and unable to walk even short distances without feeling exhausted. One day, after a routine visit to the gym, Scott became lightheaded and noticed his heart was racing uncontrollably. The symptoms were alarming enough that he decided to go to the hospital.

At the hospital, the initial assessment suggested that Scott was still recovering from being unwell. To be thorough, the doctors scheduled a stress test. Scott managed to pass the test, which offered some reassurance, but the underlying issues remained unresolved.

After a week with no improvement and only further decline in his condition, he returned to the hospital for further evaluation. Upon admission, a series of tests were conducted, including blood tests, CT scan, ECG, and other diagnostic procedures.

The results revealed a diagnosis of Congestive Heart Failure (CHF). Notably, his ejection fraction was measured at 10-15%. For reference, a normal ejection fraction for men typically starts at around 50-70%. This significantly reduced ejection fraction indicates that his heart is pumping much less blood with each beat than is considered healthy, which explains the worsening of his symptoms.

His lungs were also completely full of fluid, which explained the persistent coughing and apnea he was experiencing. This fluid buildup made it extremely difficult for him to breathe and contributed to his overall discomfort. For the next three months, he was in and out of the hospital, receiving ongoing treatment and monitoring to manage his symptoms and stabilize his condition.

After a period of relative stability, his doctor ordered another echocardiogram (echo) to assess whether his ejection fraction (EF) had improved. Unfortunately, the results showed that his EF had not increased. In addition, the echo revealed other concerning issues, including an enlarged heart and signs of further internal damage. These findings indicated that his heart was still under significant strain and that his recovery would require continued medical attention and support.

Scott has recently been sent for another round of medical tests. Unfortunately, his heart rate has been so elevated that it prevented the doctors from getting an accurate reading. Due to these complications, Scott has now been referred to the transplant hospital in Vancouver for further testing and to develop a comprehensive treatment plan.

As you can imagine, this situation has been extremely stressful for Scott, as well as for Sam and their two boys, Jaxon and Huxley. The uncertainty and ongoing medical challenges have taken a significant emotional toll on the whole family.

In addition to the emotional strain, there has been a substantial financial impact. Scott’s condition has led to a significant reduction in the family’s income, while expenses have increased. These costs include medications prescribed by the cardiologist, natural supports such as hormones, vitamins, and minerals, as well as travel expenses for frequent trips to Kamloops and now Vancouver for tests and possible transplant procedures.

Medications amount to $4000 dollars per month and the money raised by the Go Fund Me page will be used to ensure Scott gets the medications and treatment he needs to live as full a life as possible.

Those who know Scott are aware that he is not one to sit idle. He has worked as an arborist for twenty years and has successfully run his own tree company for thirteen years. However, he has now been ordered by his doctors not to work. Scott has applied for CPP disability, but the approval process can take several months.

As many of you know, Scott’s financial matters have now been entrusted to Samantha. As Scott’s Mom, I can no longer sit by and do nothing while our family faces these challenges. Starting this GoFundMe is the only way I can think of to help lift some of the strain off Scott and his loved ones.

This was not the route they wanted to take, and asking for help has never been easy for them. However, after much thought and consideration, they have decided to move forward with this GoFundMe campaign. Your support—whether through donations, sharing this page, or simply sending kind words—means more than you know.

Thank you for taking the time to read our story and for any help you can offer during this difficult time.

Deb Jenkins-Scott's Mom