Sarah Wood

My mom, Carol Wood, passed away on September 4, 2026, after more than ten days in the hospital hooked up to machines that kept her alive but couldn't give her peace. When she was finally moved to Bruns House in Alamo, CA, everything changed. For the first time in weeks, she was unplugged and free from tubes and monitors. The nurses and staff gently bathed her, applied lotion, and positioned her just so, giving her a kind of comfort our whole family had been aching for her to have. It was the peace she deserved, and Bruns House gave it to her in her final days. Bruns House is part of Hospice East Bay, and it exists to give people like my mom compassionate, dignified end-of-life care. Every gift, no matter the size, helps them keep doing that for other families facing what we just faced. If you're able to give, it would mean the world to us — and to the families who will walk through Bruns House's doors after us. You can learn more about Carol's life on her Earth Funeral obituary.

I’m Sarah Katherine, and I have personally seen how Alzheimer’s and dementia can impact a loved one, and everyone around them. The emotional toll is profound, and it reinforces my belief in the importance of our mission. This campaign is dedicated to the Alzheimer's Association, which works tirelessly to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementias. The funds we raise will support breakthrough research, care and support programs for individuals and families, and advocacy efforts that drive awareness and action. By joining this fundraiser, you are helping families get the assistance they need today while fueling the discoveries that will help us eradicate Alzheimer’s tomorrow. Together, we can create a future where no one has to face the challenges of Alzheimer’s alone. Thank you for your support and for standing with us in this vital cause.