Road to Independence: a journey of Recovery

I am Justin Engel, and life took an unexpected turn for me on June 25th 2023 when a motorcycle accident dramatically changed my world. Suffering a broken neck, I was thrust into the realm of quadriplegia. The reality of this condition is far reaching, and with your help, I am determined to navigate it with strength and resilience.

I am here full of Hope and determination,to request your support. My immediate goal is to raise $20,000. This essential funding is not just for my needs today but as an investment in what can still be a bright future despite the challenges I face. This amount is split between two vital resources: specialized physical therapy to reclaim as much function as possible and comprehensive care giving to assist with daily activities as I don't have anyone that can or will help me day-to-day.

A substantial $10,000 will provide 100 hours of targeted physical therapy at $100 an hour. The significance of intensive therapy in the first 18 months after a spinal cord injury cannot be overstressed -It is the window where the body has the greatest potential to recover and I'm eager to maximize this chance to regain my Independence.

The other half of the funds will support 16 weeks of caregiving. This is not only about personal assistance -it's about having the Professional Care that can help integrate the gains from Physical Therapy into daily life creating a seamless path towards recovery.

But reality teaches us to expect the unexpected in addition to these immediate needs I'm acutely aware that additional unforeseen expenses can arise without warning, further complicating ones recovery Journey. These could include but are not limited to: unexpected medical cost, adaptive equipment, home modifications to accommodate wheelchair accessibility, emergency care, and other therapies that may become necessary as I continue to heal and regain strength.

I am deeply touched by the outpouring of support I've reached thus far with every message every share and every donation, I am reminded of the beauty of human kindness. While I'm humbled by the road ahead, I am also emboldened by the collective strength this community has shown me.

Your support would bring me closer to a life that I once thought was out of reach after my accident. It offers me more than just the means to fund my therapy and care: it offers the possibility of facing unforeseen challenges without being overwhelmed by the financial burden they carry.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for any assistance you can provide, be it a donation, sharing this campaign with your networks, or sending words of encouragement. Your generosity lights up the path from a place of uncertainty to a future where Independence is once again within my grasp.

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