As many of you know, the last few months have been incredibly difficult for me. I’ve been facing ongoing and unexplained neurological symptoms that have significantly impacted my daily life—everything from numbness, tremors, and vision changes to episodes that have required emergency care, multiple MRIs, and a lumbar puncture. Recently, I was hospitalized for over a week. I finally got to go home with the help of Home Health and will be starting physical therapy as part of my recovery. I was diagnosed with Invasive Haemophilus Influenzae/Bacterial Meningitis (a serious brain infection). I’ve been home for a few days now on IV antibiotics, administered through a Picc line in my arm and will be on them well into next week.
I’ve received so many kind messages from friends, family, and followers (my second family)—some of you even asking if I had a fundraiser set up to help with medical bills and living expenses while I’m unable to return to work. Honestly, that means more than I can express.
After much thought (and encouragement), I’ve decided to create this page. The funds raised will help cover:
Ongoing medical expenses
Physical therapy sessions
Basic living costs during this time I cannot work
Childcare expenses
This experience has been physically, emotionally, and financially overwhelming—but I’m still fighting and holding onto hope. Any amount you can give means the world, and if you’re unable to donate, just sharing this page or sending a kind word is equally appreciated. Thank you all for being part of my support system.
With so much love and gratitude,
Brooke
