
Supporting JD and Sara Through a Difficult Journey
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Sara and JD's journey together began later in life, with a bond that blossomed from friendship into something truly special. After meeting in 2012, they dated for ten years before tying the knot in 2022. JD was always eager to share stories of their fishing adventures, secretly amazed by how Sara always seemed to reel in the bigger catch. Their relationship was the kind that others admired—full of love, laughter, and fishing mastery.
But shortly after their marriage, life took an unexpected turn. Sara began experiencing seizures and facing other serious health challenges, leading the couple on a very different kind of journey. The seizures grew more frequent, and after a series of medical tests, Sara was diagnosed with Frontotemporal Dementia, a rare and progressive brain disorder. This condition affects the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain, leading to profound changes in physical, mental, and emotional functioning. As the disease advances, Sara has become increasingly unable to care for herself, and her needs are growing.
In this difficult time, JD plays the role of both caregiver and primary breadwinner, a burden that can be overwhelming. This is where you can make a difference. JD has always been the kind of person who would give the shirt off his back for someone in need. Now, he and Sara need your help. Any contribution can help ease the financial pressure they are facing as they navigate this challenging chapter of their lives.
Organizer and beneficiary
Jennifer Pickering
Organizer
Ballston Spa, NY
Jude O'Connell
Beneficiary