Jenn's Eating Disorder Treatment
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My name is Jennifer, and I’m a single mom of four — including one amazing, high-support needs teenager with profound autism. I’ve spent years fighting to get him the services, therapies, and care he needs, even when the system made it nearly impossible.
Now, I’m the one who needs help.
I’ve been battling a severe eating disorder that has taken a devastating toll on my body. I’ve already been hospitalized multiple times and was recently told I need a higher level of treatment to survive. But I have no insurance, and the cost is overwhelming. Most programs require thousands of dollars just to start — and even more for ongoing care.
I’ve tried everything to get help: applying for assistance, calling programs across the country, begging for sliding scale options — but without upfront payment, I keep hitting dead ends.
All the while, I’m still caring for my children — cooking, cleaning, working, advocating, surviving. But the truth is, I’m not okay. And if I don’t get help soon, I may not survive this.
I've had two hospitalizations, one leading to being admitted to ICU. This has significantly affected my ability to work and care for my children.
I'm asking for help not because it's easy, but because it's necessary. Every dollar raised will go directly toward:
Eating disorder treatment and medical care
Transportation to/from treatment
Basic needs while I'm in recovery and unable to work
My kids need their mom. I want to live. I want to recover. I just need help getting there.
If you can donate — thank you. If you can’t, please consider sharing this with others. Your support means more than I can ever express.
With all my heart,
Jennifer
Organizer
Jennifer E
Organizer
Austin, TX