Maddy Moody Brain surgery

My best friend Shelby (Rabourn) Moody’s 15 year old daughter Maddy Moody was diagnosed on March 14, 2020 with Chiari Malformation. Chiari Malformation is a condition where the brain tissue extends into the Spinal Cord. It occurs when part of your skull is abnormally small, causing pressure on the brain and forcing it downward. It can cause neck pain, abnormal walking or balance, poor coordination, dizziness, headaches, trouble swallowing, speech problems, weakness and abnormal breathing. Maddy is experiencing almost all these symptoms. The Moody family will be headed to UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital - Oakland at the end July for Maddy to have brain surgery. They will be staying in Oakland a minimum of two weeks, probably longer. Maddy Moody currently a Sophomore at Douglas High School. She has also attended Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet school and South Tahoe Middle school. She is a member of the Douglas high soccer team, Douglas High Track team and Varsity dance team. Maddy is the kindest, sweetest, caring and loyal young lady you could ever come across. She has been handling this diagnosis with confidence and grace. Maddy is very active and loves paddle boarding, hiking, playing sports and taking care of horses. She has recently raised a sheep for the DHS Agricultural Club. When Maddy graduates she wants to attend college and work with animals. Maddy has a strong and supportive bond with her sister and best friend Bliss. She has been a rock for Maddy to lean on during this challenging time. Maddy’s mom Shelby (Rabourn) Moody was raised in the beautiful South Lake Tahoe community. She attended Bijou, South Tahoe Middle School and graduated South Tahoe High School class of 1991. She has also been a Special Education Aide for both LTUSD and Douglas High School. Maddy’s dad Mathew Moody works for the County and is a United States Marine Corp. Veteran. This is a serious and very scary time for the Moody family. This diagnosis has put a strain on the family both financially and emotionally. Let us help the Moody’s ease the financial burden. Any dollar amount would be greatly appreciated. Updates regarding Maddy’s surgery and condition will be forthcoming. Thank you for supporting the Moody family! With love, Sarrah Griffis