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<div>My name is Alex, and I am currently a fourth-year medical student at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine in New Jersey. I am really excited to share that I will be graduating in June 2026 and starting my psychiatry residency at Banyan Community Health in Miami, Florida.

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<div>Becoming a doctor has been a childhood dream. It has been a long road, full of late nights, setbacks, sacrifices, and a lot of growth, but also something I have never taken for granted. Matching into residency is one of the biggest milestones in this journey, and I feel incredibly grateful to have made it here.

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<div>Now I am getting ready for the next chapter, moving my life to Florida and starting residency on June 22, 2026.

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<div>As exciting as that is, it has also been a bit overwhelming. Between moving costs, apartment deposits, and paying first and last month’s rent, the financial side of this transition adds up quickly. Like many medical students, I have spent years in school with limited income, so this part has been tough to navigate on my own.

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<div><strong>I am hoping to raise $6,000 to help cover the cost of relocating and getting settled in Miami.</strong> Every dollar will go directly toward moving expenses and housing so I can start residency with some stability and peace of mind.

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<div>Psychiatry is something I care deeply about, and I am committed to showing up for my future patients with empathy, compassion, and respect. Getting to this point means everything to me, and your support, whether through donating or simply sharing this, would truly help me take this next step.

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<div>Thank you for taking the time to read this and for being part of my journey. It really means more than I can put into words!

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Myst has touched the lives of I don't even know how many people across the world with his positivity, welcoming heart, and willingness to always make new friends. I was fortunate enough to spend 10 years of my life knowing Myst and loving Myst every minute of every day and watching how he welcomed everyone with opens arms and a heart that was unmatched.<img src="https://d2kw0licpa1moo.cloudfront.net/67698315_1661616421160712_updates.jpg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="67698315_1661616421160712_updates.jpg" /><br /><br />
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<div>Sadly he passed away on August 25th his birthday and arrangements have to be made for his funeral. If you have the means to donate please do, if you don't please just remember Myst for who he was and how truly amazing he was. He may be gone but his spirit will always be with us.
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<div>Hi. My name is Tay, otherwise known as Meekor. 
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<div>I’m a disabled artist from Australia who specializes in illustrations of birds and animals.
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<div>I’ve made this kickstarter, hesitantly, to help fund an appropriate wheelchair to help me live a more “normal” life.
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<div> My current wheelchair is an off the shelf foldable wheelchair, which is not in the best condition due to being mistreated by airlines multiple times. As the chair is quite heavy, I struggle to propel myself in it. The flimsy seat doesn’t support my hips properly, and can result in pain after only a few hours of use.
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<div>Due to damage to my chair, the wheels now require manual inflating before every use, and they will often become too flat for me to propel myself by the end of the day. Additionally, my foot rests have been broken off and lost, leaving me to hold my feet up, which strains my muscles. Most recently, the handrims have been damaged by the airlines, causing the rims to cut up my hands as I wheel myself, even with the use of gloves. All of this makes navigating everyday activities, or going out in public, difficult.
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<div>I live with multiple physical conditions, which impact my day to day life. 
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<div>I have recently been diagnosed with Hypermobile Ehlers - Danlos Syndrome;  a degenerative multi-system genetic disorder affecting the connective-tissue of the body; causing pain, unstable joints, fragile skin, and a slew of other issues. I also have Dysautonomia, which is a dysfunction of the autonomic nervous system, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome.
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<div>POTs is a form of dysautonomia, which causes my heart rate to skyrocket whenever I stand up, causing me to become lightheaded, dizzy, and even pass out.
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<div>I also have Myalgic encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, which causes any exertion of my body and muscles to have a major effect on me, leaving me worn out and bed ridden for days on end. It can also cause me to suddenly crash and be unable to hold myself upright.
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<div>I have also recently discovered I have deformations in my hip and lower spine causing instability and pain. Within these recent discoveries I also have a chiari malformation, meaning the lower part of my brain is being pushed down towards my spine. 
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<div>The combination of these conditions means that even daily activities- such as showering, getting dressed, driving, cooking food, and cleaning- require assistance, and are almost impossible to do even with assistance on the bad physical days.
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<div>Unfortunately in Australia, these conditions are not supported under our NDIS scheme, as they are considered health conditions and not disabilities. This is despite the fact they are very disabling and require mobility aids, and constant expensive medical appointments. Many people with EDs, Dysautonomia, ME / CFS, and many other invisible conditions have fallen through the cracks of our health system. 
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<div>Many have shared their experiences with our media, appealed to our government, and pushed our medical bodies to include these conditions in the NDIS, but unfortunately there is no known plan to change this.
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<div>A specialised seat to support my hips and spine, Wheel handles which have been designed to allow less strain on weak hands, Breaks designed for less strength to use, among the few features I have selected.
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<div>Being able to afford a wheelchair that suits my needs will be an absolute game changer to my lifestyle. It will allow me more independence and accommodation to live a slightly more “normal” life, which is something I can unfortunately not access right now due to a lack of NDIS funding. I live solely off my small art business, and a majority of the money I make goes towards continuous medical expenses and appointments. For these reasons, I am starting this GoFundMe, as this wheelchair is something I crucially need, but simply cannot afford. 
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<div>I'm in a bit of a dire situation. I currently live with someone that can be considered a worst case scenario of roommates. Back in February, said individual got arrested for drug possession, (poss. Of cocaine + methamphetamine) and claims it was only "a baggie of acid." Unbeknownst to me, he used $4000 (approx. 2 months) of rent to bail himself out of jail and unimpound his car. He tried to brush this under the rug, until I discover it through a notice letter from the leasing company that we're at threat of being evicted if we dont pay the aforementioned $4k. No one cleans up after themselves, trash piles uo daily, mere hours after the last mess was taken out, suspected drug usage from aforementioned person, who is also jobless, the list goes on. I am already under a great deal of stress from personal matters that are straining my finances (Car breaking down, dire need of an oral surgery for a tooth causing me pain, needing a rental to get around until i can get my car in for repairs), and I'm just about at my limit.  Any and all help is very much appreciated.
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<div>UPDATE TO UPDATE: The hospital I have been working with has upped my estimate from 26,000 to a bit over 122,000. This is a far harder to manage sum and I am crushed after thinking I had thus covered for the past month, but the goal has been updated appropriately. <br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/60852633_1643324251116245_r.png" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="60852633_1643324251116245_r.png" /><br />UPDATE: I recently learned from my doctor that I also am suffering from a venous aneurysm that has thankfully yet to burst, so time is more of the essence than I initially thoight. Doctor's notes are in the updates section!<br /><br />Toward the tail end of this March, my life suddenly changed for the worse.
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<div>All of those issues have remained constant problems in my life since then. I'm constantly at least a little dizzy and often find myself nearly passing out, my skull generally feels like it's about to split open from pressure, and my hearing continues to get worse while silence has become something I only get to experience while I'm asleep.
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<div>I worked constantly since that initial diagnosis to figure out what was wrong, sinking most of my savings into it, and came up empty-handed time and time again. It was only in late October that I got a concrete answer. After months of searching and being told I had to live like this, I had an answer and a treatment.
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<div>The problem is that this doctor is out of state, and my insurance won't cover this procedure. In addition, though I am at notably increased risk of several potential fatal neurological problems due to this issue, I haven't had a stroke yet (which is... probably a good thing.) This means that this would be seen as an elective surgery, and there is no guarantee I will be able to get a better plan to cover it either.
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<div>It's very likely that I will have to pay for this out of pocket. But, ultimately, I can't and shouldn't live with this. The symptoms I deal with have upended my life and have made everything far harder for me than it used to be. The constant fear that this could easily get worse is a dark cloud over my life as well. Please help me get my life back.
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Rowan's Brain Aneurysm

Our dear friend Jim was in a horrible motorcycle accident Sunday 5/16/2021. He was hit at a stop light early in the morning. Jim was loved by many. He warmed the hearts of everyone around him and will be heavily missed by everyone he left behind. Jim loved his kids and his life more than anything. He rode until the wheels fell off and enjoyed every moment of it. <br />This gofundme is to help his kids pay for any memorial/funeral expenses we can help with. <br />Thank you all<br />Rest in Peace Jim <br />Gone but never forgotten ❤

Jim Maloneys Memorial

This is Quinn! He's 22 years old, loves the people of his community, and is a joyful presence in the lives of everyone he knows.. Quinn is transgender, and has been on HRT for 1.5 years now. While HRT has helped Quinn in his transition, the barrier of top surgery is one that is not surmountable by himself. <br /><br />Top surgery is important for many trans folks in alleviating dysphoria, which can be extremely distressing because their body does not match their perception of themselves. <br /><br />Quinn is working very hard to be able to go back to school to pursue his dream to teach music. He currently works full-time at a string instrument shop, and is able to support himself - but between bills, saving money to pay for tuition, and other expenses, is not able to make a dent in the cost for a surgery like this. <br /><br />Any help in funding this incredibly important medical procedure would mean the world to him. <br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/55892254_1617835573536257_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="55892254_1617835573536257_r.jpeg" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/55892254_1617835652253786_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="55892254_1617835652253786_r.jpeg" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/55892254_161783584692098_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="55892254_161783584692098_r.jpeg" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/55892254_1617835892356547_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="55892254_1617835892356547_r.jpeg" />

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<div>Together, it is our responsibility to create lasting social change. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) have been the target of horrific and heartbreaking violence across the US. Too often, these attacks are ignored and underreported. We must condemn these attacks and amplify AAPI voices by finding ways to uplift, empower, and protect the AAPI community.
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Support the AAPI Community Fund

I am the youngest son of Yong Yue, one of the six Asian-American women brutally killed in the recent mass shootings in Atlanta, Georgia. My mother was a Korean-born American citizen who was hatefully and violently murdered.  Mom was an amazing woman who loved to introduce our family and friends to her home-cooked Korean food and Korean karaoke.  Will miss joining mom on her weekly Sunday routine to the grocery store and traditional Korean dinner.  She was always kind-hearted and willing to help everyone she encountered. <br /><br />The world will throw you trials and tribulations to test you, but this test feels so unfair. We are still in shock over the violent murder of our mother, but through our grieving we are making plans to memorialize her, bring our family together, and resolve her financial matters.  Nothing could have prepared us for this tragic moment that has created immediate and future expenses that we could never have imagined.<br /><br />Funds raised will be used to assist with managing mother’s affairs for her home, associated costs for our family to travel to her memorial, as well as going towards her memorial service costs and her personal affairs for the immediate future. We sincerely ask for your fervent prayers for strength and courage as we endure the days, weeks, and months ahead. We thank you for your love and support as we prepare for justice to be served for mother, and the other families victimized, as we begin the healing process.

Atlanta Spa Victim Yong Yue and Peterson Family

Tragically, last night we lost Ray in the bus accident that happened in New Mexico. Thank God it was instant &amp; he did not suffer. <br /><br />Ray was on his way back here to Lompoc to live when the accident happened. This was supposed to be a surprise for our large &amp; extended family. Some had not seen him for many years. Those of us that knew he was on his way were looking forward to him being here again in this loud, at times crazy, but love filled home!<br /><br />His daughter, Riley is still in Missouri with her mother who will now not have the financial support her father was giving her.<br /><br />We are trying to raise money to get him home, for a memorial, and for support for Riley. <br /><br />If you could help in anyway the family will be eternally greatful.

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