Stroke Recovery and Education Fund

On 1/29/2025 my life was changed I suffered a massive stroke I had a right middle cerebral Artery Blockage and left-sided weakness and I was affected cognitively. I had to have brain surgery, I was scared when they told me it was too late for TPA and I would have to have a thrombectomy. I decided not even this stroke was going to stop me from completing my education. I was only at my job for 6 months I am a surgical Technologist and I only qualified for disability no FMLA I wasn't at my job long enough. I was determined to stay in school. The stroke happened 4 weeks into my accelerated 8-week course. Two weeks later I was out of the ICU and back in class with accommodation and my loving husband's help. I couldn't use my left hand very well, but that would not stop me. I worked very hard with PT, OT, and Speech. I had memory loss cognitively I was affected. It was the most challenging thing I have ever had to do in life. I refused to be defeated I have worked very hard to get to this point. I am 4 classes away from finishing my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am still unable to go back to work. I have one more surgery. I am pushing myself to the limit. I must be back in six months before my insurance runs out. I never thought I would be in this position. Those of you who truly know me know I face everything with determination I never quit. Thank you