Hi friends and family,

My name is Jenn, and I’m writing this on behalf of myself. For those who don’t know, I was diagnosed with RRMS multiple sclerosis right before my 18th birthday, in 2008. MS is an autoimmune disease, with treatments but no cure. It is a progressive disease that has taken many abilities from me. I have endured quite a lot in this journey, and I have tried to always keep a positive attitude. I struggle with daily symptoms. I have limited mobility and now require a walker to walk just short distances or a wheelchair/scooter for longer. Nearly every aspect of my life has changed. My daily routine with 2 active little boys (Declan, 6 and Vinnie, 2) is quite the struggle but I’m doing my best. It devastates me that I can’t do things for them, like go to the park or zoo. I cry daily out of frustration because of all the things MS has robbed me of.

Battling chronic anxiety, constant fatigue and mobility issues- I am unable to work. I have been a stay at home mom due to MS since my oldest was born, a job that is hard for any mother; even harder when you have MS. Recently, I stumbled upon a stem cell procedure that could potentially get many of my abilities back. It has a success rate of 70% and although it’s not promised, I would possibly be able to walk unassisted again. Unfortunately, it’s a procedure that is not covered by my insurance. Being a stay at home mother with a very limited income, has put me in the vulnerable position to ask for your help. I don’t ask for much, but I need your help. Please! This MS stem cell therapy is a 3 day procedure and costs upwards near $20,000. Bone marrow is extracted from my hip bone, harvested in a lab, which in turn is then injected back into me through a tube in my nostril, to cross my blood brain barrier.

I understand times are very tough right now for everyone, but if you are able to donate and help me, it would make a world of difference for me, my family and my quality of life. If you’re not able to, it’s understandable and just sharing my post would truly mean the world to me. I’ve tried to stay humble and smile through all the pain and daily struggle but it’s becoming very hard. This MS monster will not win, it messed with the wrong girl! Thanks for reading, and/or sharing! I appreciate it!! You all are my MVPs! #FUMS