On November 4, 2025, my husband, Ryan Santos, suffered a sudden and severe hemorrhagic stroke. He was rushed to the hospital and needed emergency brain surgery to stop the bleeding and save his life. Those hours were the scariest of my life, but by the grace of God, Ryan made it through surgery.

He is now in the ICU, in critical but stable condition, surrounded by doctors and nurses who are doing everything they can to help him recover. Each day brings small signs of progress, and we are holding on to faith and hope that he will regain his strength and come home to us soon.

I’m Vanessa, Ryan’s wife, and together we have a 6-year-old son who adores his dad. I’m doing my best to stay strong and take care of both Ryan and our little boy during this incredibly hard time. Our son misses his daddy deeply and asks about him every day, which breaks my heart — but I keep reminding him that his dad is fighting hard to come home.

Between caring for Ryan, looking after our son, and trying to manage everything on my own, life has become overwhelming. The medical bills, therapy costs, and lost income have added a lot of financial stress. That’s why I’ve created this fundraiser — to help cover hospital expenses, rehabilitation, medication, and future care as Ryan continues his recovery.

Ryan is a loving husband, a devoted father, and someone who has always been there for others. Any donation — big or small — will go directly toward Ryan’s recovery and help our family focus on healing instead of worrying about finances.

Please keep Ryan in your prayers and thoughts. Your kindness, generosity, and love mean more than words can ever express. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for helping us through this difficult time.

With Love and Gratitude,

Vanessa Santos & Family