OUR FRIEND JUDY GROSSMAN DESPERATELY NEEDS YOUR HELP!
April 1, 2022 Judy had open heart surgery, which resulted in a loss of blood flow to the spine rendering her a paraplegic. She has been in and out of hospitals and care facilities for almost a year. In January of 2023 Judy finally was able to move into a private home of a friend. While this transition is mostly positive, it also has left Judy and Dean needing a lot of help.
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Hello all you loving, beautiful people. It’s been TWO YEARS since my first debilitating surgery, the 4 other surgeries, 4 hospitals, two rehab facilities, and a transitional care (nursing home!!!) facility. I thought I should check in with you, personally. Two years is so hard to comprehend. It’s like the world stopped in some kind of time warp and I am just coming out of it’s dark cave. I am finally feeling like my personal strength and direction is coming back to me…in a new format. We sold our house and bought a more accessible house that we hope to be moving to in a few weeks, after modifications are completed. Thanks to so many wonderful donations, we were able to buy a wheelchair accessible van and pay for some caregiving for me.
We came to a critical realization over the last year …caregiving companies charge a huge amount of money and we have watched our savings and small retirement dwindle to almost nothing. This has been a painfully rude awakening on many levels. Who would have ever thought this shocking medical disaster would happen? Who could have planned well enough for it? We, unfortunately did not. And this has now become a harsh reality for both Dean and myself. The reality is that we did not plan for a situation such as this.
Currently I have a caregiver during the day for four days. Dean has been my primary caregiver overnight and two and a half days a week. Finding the balance in providing quality care that’s affordable is critical to helping gain more strength and independence. The understanding is the fact that I will always need a caregiver for the rest of my life; with luck, not full days, but partial days. I am positive of this. A challenging thought, for sure. And personally, I fear for Dean’s health through all of this.
Here’s a bit of a quote from a very dear friend who honors me with her kind words:
Have you been shopping in downtown Sonora? To the farmer’s market on Saturdays? Have you visited any of the small towns in Tuolumne County? If your answer is YES, then you’ve seen some of Judy’s contributions to our community. Judy has been an accomplished sign painter , mural artist, and graphic designer via her business JG Signs and Designs in Tuolumne County for over 35 years. Her signature is everywhere in the county.
Judy started the wine and paint business in Tuolumne County with the creation of Brush & Cork, teaching our small community to not be afraid to put brush to canvas. At Brush & Cork, Judy always used to say “this isn’t a class it’s a party” and there was always infectious laughter at her paint parties. She has brought the beauty and colors of the rainbow to our community.
Amazingly, towns and communities across the country have been touched by Judy’s colorful personality and artwork. Since 2006, she has dedicated a week every year to travel to small towns across the country working in tandem with other sign and mural artists to bring beauty via art to their community. Most of it as an unpaid volunteer.”
How will donations help?
1. Upkeep of the accessible van.
2. Financial help to continue visits by caregivers, providing Judy the ability to remain at home as she continues to build her strength and giving Dean much needed rest and caregiving assistance
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Judy has chosen to fundraise with Help Hope Live in part because Help Hope Live assures fiscal accountability of funds raised and tax deductibility for contributors. Contributors can be sure donations will be used to pay or reimburse medical and related expenses. To make a tax-deductible donation to this fundraising campaign, click on the Give button.
For more information, please contact Help Hope Live at 800.642.8399.
Thank you for your support!
Updates (1)
March 31, 2023
Words cannot express how thankful I am for your donations and show of love. I am constantly brought to tears of joy and gratitude as I see your donations come in. You humble and inspire me to move on during these early days of finding my new life. Your support fills my heart!
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Guestbook
February 3, 2024
Sending with love
Deborah Morse
November 29, 2023
JUDE, thinking of you and Dean today. So glad to see you continue to have things improving. I was hoping to see the thermometer progress bar for your campaign.
Carol Giordano
November 29, 2023
She's our girl.
Bill Davidson
November 28, 2023
All our love from the Barsotti Loh families. ❤️
Corinna Loh
October 9, 2023
Judy, I’m so inspired by your courage and strength. I’m sorry it has taken me so long to support you in a small way. I expect though that you can still use a little help. You are definitely an inspiration.
Cristine Barsanti
August 2, 2023
I keep you in my heart!
Renee Anderson
August 1, 2023
We wish you the best Judy.
Jane Bennett
July 31, 2023
Bravoand carryon courageous...
Gary Moore
July 21, 2023
My love to a very special cousin!
Diane
Diane Garetz
July 9, 2023
Wishing you continued courage and loads of love and hugs.
Susanne R Wilson
July 8, 2023
Brave Spirit, Fierce Mind, Kind Heart...you go girl!!
Hoyt Cory
July 8, 2023
Sending good vibes your way! Love to you always!
Cindy Montgomery
July 8, 2023
Judy, that’s so great that you can get out now! Thank you for all your beautiful murals for our community. Sending love. Dawn
Dawn Leibold
July 4, 2023
Sending you love and good wishes on Independence Day dear Judy. Take care.
Paula
Paula Graham
June 1, 2023
SENDING ALL OUR LOVE TO YOU. WE ARE WITH YOU 100% IN YOUR RECOVERY. KEEP UP YOUR GREAT WORK.
ALWAYS
JOY AND SANDY
Joy and Sandy Severin
May 24, 2023
I’m a paraplegic who desires to support his fello travelers. It’s a steep hill to climb, which we can’t do alone.
Robert Dorroh
May 24, 2023
Keep fighting Judy you're a true inspiration!
Kate Belmonte
May 24, 2023
You got this Judy!! <3
Stephanie Peck
May 24, 2023
God Bless you and may you continue to have such a positive attitude. You’ve got this Judy.
Shirley Vierth
May 23, 2023
Keep your love light shining - we're with you Judy.
Sonny Franks
May 23, 2023
Love you Judy!
CAROL KAUFMANN
May 19, 2023
I think of you (& Dean) so often. Sending you much love & hugs, Berta
Roberta O'Neale
May 18, 2023
My best wishes for your comfort, healing & strength during your recovery!
Lisa Matheson
May 17, 2023
Sending practical love ❤️
Joan Jackson
May 14, 2023
You are a great inspiration, Judy.
Steve Barrett
May 9, 2023
Judy, your strength and perseverance are an inspiration. Your contributions to this community are enormous and I’m so glad to be able to give just a little back to help you on this difficult journey. Hang in there, we are rooting for you!
Marcianne Alves
May 7, 2023
Tom & I send our love to you & Dean. Be sure & get the turbo-charged wheelchair, it suits you ❤️ Diana
Diana Cooper
May 1, 2023
Judy, I find joy every time I see one of your murals. Please know that you are a treasure for all of us.
Penny Ablin
April 30, 2023
We're pulling for you!!!
Anonymous
April 29, 2023
Praying for Refuah Shelimah (healing) for Judy!
Gunther Hsue
April 28, 2023
It was a pleasure for my wife and me to help Judy with the Farmers Market Mural painting.
Royden Gray
April 27, 2023
Praying for healing and restoration
Gat Slor
April 26, 2023
Keep up your spirits! You are an awesome lady!
Hugs to you!
Janine Smith
April 25, 2023
Wishing you all of the healing blessings that exist!
Anonymous
April 25, 2023
I hope that everyone who has been touched by the generosity and joy that Judy so freely spreads will find a bit of cash to help with the cost of her recovery.
Betsy Harden
April 25, 2023
Continue to have you and Dean in my Prayers.
John Swenson
April 25, 2023
Judy, you were such a great role model and contributor in our community. Now it's our time to contribute to you.
Linda Parriott
April 24, 2023
From Sally with love.
Sally Chenault
April 24, 2023
Hi Judy!
Allan and I are holding thoughts for you to get better. You are such a bright light. Believe in your powers of self healing. Blessings to you and Dean!
With love from Allan and Marian Zimmerly.
marian zimmerly
April 23, 2023
Dear Judy
We pray for improvement and strength on this difficult medical journey.
Looking at our copper walls and leaf branches you did for us back in February 2010. We love them and have always marveled at your talents.
Blessings
Jim & Marsha Beaty
Columbia
Marsha Beaty
April 23, 2023
I will keep you in my prayers
JUDI BEARD
April 23, 2023
Your art has transformed our county and beyond. It brings joy to all of us. May your recovery be swift.
Margaret Barbour
April 23, 2023
Toward Judy Grossman's needed items--In honor of Judy L. Grossman.
Carol Ann Bisnett
April 22, 2023
We love you Aunt Judy❤️
Joe & Sara Dolan
April 22, 2023
I am in shock after reading the article in the Union Democrat and wish you well. You painted the sign on our aircraft hangar many, many years ago and we were proud to be one of the many Judy Grossman creations all around the county.
Linda Lund
April 22, 2023
I had no idea! What crappy news...I'm so sorry to hear this, Judy, and wish you the best!!!
Love, Gary
Gary Sipperley
April 20, 2023
Sending hugs and healing thoughts to our Walldog friend Judy.
Elaine Wallis
April 20, 2023
Sending love and healing light.
Noëlla Cotnam
April 20, 2023
Sending love and support from north of the border!
Loraine Lamb
April 20, 2023
Walldogs missing you Judy
Barbara Schilling
April 17, 2023
Have faith
Craig Sjoquist
April 14, 2023
For Judy
Patricia Horsthuis
April 7, 2023
Hang in there Judy. I am so proud of you. I think you will surpass expectations, because you have a huge will and are made of great stuff! ❤️
Deri Russell
April 5, 2023
❤️❤️❤️
Erica Wolfsen
April 5, 2023
We are here to help Judy, reach out
Beth De Lima
April 3, 2023
Judy,
You jumped in and supported my heart and my family with our painting fundraiser a couple years ago. Your enthusiasm and vision made it way more than I had initially anticipated. I'm so sorry for what you're going through now. Our family is thinking of you fondly!
Heidi & the Humphries Family (Roar for Chylee)
Heidi Humphries
April 2, 2023
Dear Judy, Praying for you as you go through this difficult journey. Your positive attitude and outlook will prevail.
God Bless,
Shirley Vierth
Shirley Vierth
April 2, 2023
Judy, wishing you health and healing.
Heidi Lupo
April 2, 2023
Love...from Nancy
Nancy Lynn Curry
April 2, 2023
Bless you on this road to recovery and grace. Thank you for all of the beautiful work you've done in our community. You are strong and determined. "You'll go far in life."
BZ Smith
April 1, 2023
Jude, I need to talk to you or to Laurie about an idea I am pursuing to help you $$.
Carol Giordano
April 1, 2023
Judy,
We HOPE that you reach your goal and can get everything that you need.
Hugs and love, and looking forward always,
Cheri and Lee
Cheri Heidel
March 29, 2023
I hope you reach your goal so that your life becomes the best one possible. Thinking of you with love and hugs!
Patricia Iannucci
March 29, 2023
Warm greetings and big love to both you and Dean!
Joy Willow
March 29, 2023
You are light in my life, dear friend. You're doing a great job. I think about you so much and will see you before too long. Sending love and hugs
Nancy Lewis
March 28, 2023
Judy, miss you and your God-given gifts sooo much--I really have enjoyed all the paintings I was able to do under your teaching. I hope you can purchase these things you need and will be praying for you and your husband and family--may you be strengthened and encouraged in the days ahead. You have been a gift to soooo many!
Love to you, Ginny
Ginny Milnik
March 28, 2023
Sending Love and Strength to Judy and Dean! We Are All Pulling for You! Deb and Randy
Debra Hamilton
March 28, 2023
You've given so much to our community with your beautiful murals and your fun classes. Thanks for all that you've done.
Jan Cadotte
March 28, 2023
Sending much love.
Joan Jackson
March 28, 2023
Fight on!
Jan & Bob Canavan
March 28, 2023
Hope this helps, even just a little bit!
Keep up that positive attitude and smiling face!
Hugs❤️
Janine
Janine Smith
March 28, 2023
We want to help a dear cousin.
Raleigh and Jeffrey Karatz
March 27, 2023
Hi Judy, we don\'t know each other, but I know how it feels to not have your independence. My husband and I moved to Jamestown 5yrs ago. After living in this beautiful place I had a stroke. I\'m now starting to find my place in life. It\'s been a struggle. My husband helped me so much but he has no idea the internal pain I\'m in. I would love to help and encourage you to stay strong. I will send a check next week. God bless you
Marcie Rich
March 27, 2023
You are a Rock Star!
Laurie Lehmann
March 27, 2023
Thinking of you Judy!
Allison Autrey
March 27, 2023
Judy and Dean, We love you both! Praying for you constantly. Xoxoxo. Sher and Mark
Sherrie and Mark Allison
March 27, 2023
Best wishes to you.
Rachel Garcia
March 26, 2023
Judy, You and Dean are in our thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and have faith Much love and support,
John and Nancy G
John and Nancy Gonsalves
March 26, 2023
Judy has enriched all of our lives over the past many years and we, as a community owe a debt of gratitude to her for her huge contribution to our lives. Helping her now is not just the right thing to do, it is what each of us needs to do. Love you dearly, Judy Grossman!
Robert Gelman
March 26, 2023
Sending our love and support!! ❤️❤️
Laurel Dwlgado
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