Help Brooke Heal and Care for Her Kids

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Brooke was struck by a drunk driver while returning home from work on the night of October 12, 2024. She is a divorced mother of three children and works hard to provide for her kids.

Everyone has been reaching out, asking if they can send DoorDash, cook meals, or offer financial support. We initially set up a Venmo account for friends and loved ones to contribute, but we’ve found that many people don’t use Venmo. All contributions that have already been made will be deposited into her GoFundMe. A heartfelt thank you for previous donations via Venmo to Gina, Geri, Sarah, Yoomee, Andrew, Heather, Lauren, Naomi, Esmie, Felicia, Citlali, Nichole, Justin, Christina, Benjamin, Saul, Desirae, and Elena for your generosity.

Right now, we’re managing to care for Brooke's children, but her recovery is going to be a long journey. She will be in the hospital for several weeks and has another surgery scheduled. After that, she’ll move to a rehabilitation facility before returning home. Doctors have informed us that she will be bedbound and unable to bear weight for 8-12 weeks. As a former server, Brooke’s income has been heavily reliant on her work. Currently, she’s unable to care for her children or herself, and it’s truly heartbreaking for her. This situation has deeply affected all of us. The love and support we’ve received mean so much; it has brought a wave of emotion and gratitude to our family during this challenging time. Thank you for your kindness.

I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who has kept my sister in their thoughts and prayers, as well as those who have generously contributed financially. Brooke is finding it difficult to envision brighter days ahead, and some tough times are still ahead. Your generosity is sincerely appreciated, and I hope it can help alleviate some of her stress when she returns home in the coming months. My family is forever thankful.

A special thanks to all my friends who have checked in daily and provided such amazing support. I feel truly blessed. Even though Brooke may not fully grasp it now due to her circumstances, she is also surrounded by blessings.

BTW DONT FUCKING DRINK AND DRIVE!

Here are a list of Brookes injuries:

-Nondisplaced acute fracture of the left posterior 11th rib with lung puncture and bleed
-Nondisplaced acute fracture of the superior and inferior pubic rami
-Sacral fractures, u-type fracture and lumbosacral transverse process fractures of the L-5 through S-1 & S-2
-Left hip fracture
-Acute fracture of the subtrochanteric left femur and proximal femoral shaft
-Multiple fractures of the right foot (lisfranc)
-Severe concussion with healing cognitive delays

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