Hello! I'm Brian Thomas.

Normally, I wouldn't do something like this because it’s uncomfortable for me to ask for help.

But, I need help. I’m a very private person and it’s easy to feel embarrassed or ashamed to ask for help - but I don't have any other option, so here’s what’s going on.

I had a stroke.

The reality is that I am fortunate that I’m alive and still have mobility. Intensive outpatient physical therapy will help me regain the use of my left arm and leg. The physical therapist is confident with lots of hard work that I’ll get full range back, but this will take time.

This means I’m not able to work for a period of time to be determined by the specialists.

Some of you might ask, what about sick leave or annual leave from my job?

Well, I’ve recently gone through some mental health issues. I have bad stress/anxiety issues for which I am currently under a doctor's care. Due to those issues, I used up all of my leave from work.

Having a stroke means no work. No work means no pay. Plus, I can’t drive due to this. The doctors say it could be up to six months. I am hoping with the physical therapy, it will be sooner. It all depends on me. I will do what it takes to get back to 100%!!

So, I need some help right now. Help to assist with transportation costs to/from physical therapy, help paying for medications/medical co-pays and frankly food and rent.

I AM a fighter, and I WILL give this my every effort. This will not stop me, and has in fact invigorated me to regain my life with a brand new energy and drive.

But at this very moment at the beginning of this journey - I could use a little help please.

Thank you, my friends. I am grateful for you and any/all help!

Brian