Meet Lucy!
Meet 13-year-old Lucy-a determined, gracious, and resilient girl who faces every challenge with remarkable courage. Lucy was diagnosed at birth with Myelomeningocele, the most severe form of spina bifida, which causes nerve damage and leg weakness. At just seven years old, she lost function in her left foot due to a tethered spinal cord. While she has endured 27 medical procedures since the age of six, Lucy refuses to let her circumstances define her. She consistently keeps her head high and her spirit strong.
Beyond her medical journey, Lucy is a vibrant, fun-loving teenager who embraces everything pink, girly, and magical. A massive Disney enthusiast, she counts a family Disney cruise as one of her absolute fondest memories. When she isn’t catching up on her favorite shows like Sailor Moon or watching creator Salish Matter, you can find her relaxing with a good audiobook, especially her favorite, The Secret Garden. Energetic, joyful, and full of life, Lucy is always ready for a family adventure – and she will never pass up a chance to enjoy her favorite Chinese food at Panda Express!
Lucy is currently homebound and facing an upcoming foot surgery, and as a single mother, her mom is her only caretaker. Because their home lacks proper accessibility, daily routines have become a physically taxing and dangerous struggle, requiring her mother to vigorously lift and transfer Lucy over the high wall of a standard bathtub. To ensure safety, dignity, and long-term relief for both Lucy and her mother, the family urgently needs to tear out this tub and install a seamless roll-in shower. Please consider sponsoring Lucy today!