Save Emily's Home
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UPDATE:
We have partnered with the Patty Pallatos Fund (PPF) to help Save Emily's Home. The PPF is a non-profit organization in Frederick, MD that helps families dealing with the financially devastating impact of a loved one's fatal illness. All donations made to help Jennifer, John and Emily Albritton through the PPF are tax deductible and can be made here:
http://www.ppfinc.org/recipients-page/jennifer-albritton/
*********************************************************My name is Michele Newton, and I am raising money for my former sister-in-law, Jennifer and her beautiful family.
Jennifer Lynn Albritton was diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder called Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) for which there is no cure; the condition progresses gradually and eventually leads to death. Jennifer's case is even rare for rare disease. According to the Mayo Clinic, the degenerative condition most frequently develops in men in their 50s and 60s, and Jennifer started showing signs of MSA in her late 30s. The prognosis from her doctors is not good, but she continues to defy odds. She is a stubborn woman with a stubborn love for her little girl.
Jennifer is the mother of two grown daughters, and a terrific, eight-year-old girl Emily. She is married to a wonderful man named John, a loving and unfailing caregiver to both Jennifer and Emily, who also must manage everything else that his bedridden wife is in capable of managing. This family has endured tremendous heartache – the unimaginable sorrow of a fatal medical diagnosis, the death of family members, the loss of a sibling from addiction, and unemployment. In spite of it all, John always maintains a positive attitude, and will never give up that tomorrow will be a better day.
John has been unable to find permanent employment since 2013. Before Jennifer's illness, John traveled extensively for his job as a telecommunications project manager. Restricted to employment that does not require travel, John found employment as a government contractor, but his position and department were eliminated due to federal budget cuts. This family has been struggling to stay in their home ever since, and they are struggling to pay their bills. They have nowhere to go. The family shelters do not have room in Frederick. They want stability for Emily. It is awful enough for Emily that her mother is chronically ill. An eight-year-old should not have to endure losing a parent, let alone worry about where she is going to live. This family is enduring unimaginable stress, and they are on the edge of terrible disaster. They need your help.
To kick-start the campaign, I asked people to sponsor me for the Frederick Half Marathon on Sunday, May 3. It was a great race on a beautiful day. Many kind and generous people sent in donations for the family, and also offered me encouragement for the race. Thank you so much!
My race may be over, but the struggle that the Albritton family faces goes on. This outreach has bolstered their spirits, and renewed my long-held faith that there are many good and decent people in this world.
I think we have a shot at saving Emily's home. Your donations thus far have helped them pay a mortgage payment, a car repair and a car payment. If you have already donated, please share this site with your friends. If you would like to make a donation, please know that this family is truly grateful. It is amazing how many small acts of kindness can lead to something big!
We have partnered with the Patty Pallatos Fund (PPF) to help Save Emily's Home. The PPF is a non-profit organization in Frederick, MD that helps families dealing with the financially devastating impact of a loved one's fatal illness. All donations made to help Jennifer, John and Emily Albritton through the PPF are tax deductible and can be made here:
http://www.ppfinc.org/recipients-page/jennifer-albritton/
*********************************************************My name is Michele Newton, and I am raising money for my former sister-in-law, Jennifer and her beautiful family.
Jennifer Lynn Albritton was diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder called Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) for which there is no cure; the condition progresses gradually and eventually leads to death. Jennifer's case is even rare for rare disease. According to the Mayo Clinic, the degenerative condition most frequently develops in men in their 50s and 60s, and Jennifer started showing signs of MSA in her late 30s. The prognosis from her doctors is not good, but she continues to defy odds. She is a stubborn woman with a stubborn love for her little girl.
Jennifer is the mother of two grown daughters, and a terrific, eight-year-old girl Emily. She is married to a wonderful man named John, a loving and unfailing caregiver to both Jennifer and Emily, who also must manage everything else that his bedridden wife is in capable of managing. This family has endured tremendous heartache – the unimaginable sorrow of a fatal medical diagnosis, the death of family members, the loss of a sibling from addiction, and unemployment. In spite of it all, John always maintains a positive attitude, and will never give up that tomorrow will be a better day.
John has been unable to find permanent employment since 2013. Before Jennifer's illness, John traveled extensively for his job as a telecommunications project manager. Restricted to employment that does not require travel, John found employment as a government contractor, but his position and department were eliminated due to federal budget cuts. This family has been struggling to stay in their home ever since, and they are struggling to pay their bills. They have nowhere to go. The family shelters do not have room in Frederick. They want stability for Emily. It is awful enough for Emily that her mother is chronically ill. An eight-year-old should not have to endure losing a parent, let alone worry about where she is going to live. This family is enduring unimaginable stress, and they are on the edge of terrible disaster. They need your help.
To kick-start the campaign, I asked people to sponsor me for the Frederick Half Marathon on Sunday, May 3. It was a great race on a beautiful day. Many kind and generous people sent in donations for the family, and also offered me encouragement for the race. Thank you so much!
My race may be over, but the struggle that the Albritton family faces goes on. This outreach has bolstered their spirits, and renewed my long-held faith that there are many good and decent people in this world.
I think we have a shot at saving Emily's home. Your donations thus far have helped them pay a mortgage payment, a car repair and a car payment. If you have already donated, please share this site with your friends. If you would like to make a donation, please know that this family is truly grateful. It is amazing how many small acts of kindness can lead to something big!
Organizer
Michele Lynn Newton
Organizer
Walkersville, MD
