Help Me Recover After a Stroke

Hi everyone,

My name is Takijah, and I never imagined I would be sharing a story like this.

I went to the hospital for severe period cramps and abdominal pain in October. Within 24 hours, my life changed forever — I suffered a stroke at 29 years old. What started as a routine hospital visit turned into a fight for my life.

Prior to this, I had already been battling sarcoidosis, a serious inflammatory condition that can affect multiple organs in the body. Even when my symptoms were not always visible, it was something I was actively managing and living with. This made my medical journey even more complex and challenging.

After the stroke, I had to relearn how to walk and talk ( still learning how to talk ) and I’m continuing to work toward regaining strength and function on my right side, including my right arm. Simple things many people take for granted — movement, speech, and independence — became daily challenges.

Doctors have shared that my recovery is expected to take approximately 6 to 12 months or longer, requiring consistent therapy, medical follow-ups, and time to heal properly.

What has been especially heartbreaking is that the things I love and rely on the most — running my cheer program, music, lashing, doing hair, makeup, baking, tattooing, permanent makeup, and creating my products — are things I am currently unable to do due to little to no function in my right hand, which is also my dominant hand and my speech. These are not just hobbies for me; they are a major part of my career, creativity, and income.

A stroke doesn’t just affect your body. It impacts your ability to work, your independence, your mental health, and your future. Recovery requires ongoing medical care, therapy, medications, and rest — all while trying to manage everyday responsibilities.

As an entrepreneur, caregiver, and someone who has always pushed through challenges, asking for help is not easy. But right now, I truly need support so I can focus on healing and rebuilding my life without the constant stress of financial strain.

How Your Support Helps

Funds raised will help cover:

• Hospital and medical bills

• Physical, speech, and neurological therapy

• Medications and follow-up care

• Transportation to medical appointments

• Lost income during recovery

• Basic living expenses while I heal

Every donation — no matter the amount — makes a difference. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this page is just as meaningful. Or simply buy some products from my shop.

This journey has shown me how quickly life can change and how powerful community truly is. I am deeply grateful for every prayer, message, share, and act of kindness.

Thank you for standing with me during this long but hopeful recovery journey.

With love and gratitude,

Takijah