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Help Lynn Get Back to Work!

Lynn was working at a grocery store, doing a carryout for an older customer, when the hatch from that SUV smashed down on top of her head. She sustained a traumatic brain injury and has been unable to work since that day in 2019. She’s had an extensive array of cognitive, balance, speech, visual, sensory, etc. issues, extreme fatigue as well as severe photophobia (light sensitivity) and sensitivity to sound. Her processing speed tested 15% of normal. Walking is very difficult as she consistently dips to the right side. She cannot stand for more than a few minutes at a time without great fatigue. Her central/peripheral vision is distorted to where her nervous system is always in “fight/flight” mode, overreacting to visual and auditory stimuli. The ongoing accumulation of environmental, visual, physical, auditory and cognitive factors exponentially decreases her capacity to function. This creates a “sensory and system overload” which can shut her down until her brain has time to recover. Interacting with life and accomplishing even basic activities of daily living continues to be a challenge on a multitude of levels.

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September 8, 2025

August 2025

Hello! My healing journey continues... I'm thankful to learn of new things to help as I learn more about the complexities of my brain injury. I just got back from yet another medical trip to Chicago, where I have specialized practitioners (due to no one in AZ being willing to treat adults, only pediatrics - Can I be five?! Pease?!?)). One of the things they're treating is called Retained Primitive Reflexes, which need to be reintegrated after my TBI. It's a much longer process because I can only go to Chicago a couple times a year due to the expense. This severely impairs my central nervous system, creating daily problems which can often be debilitating.

The next thing on my plate is being assessed for Cervical Ligament Instability. It's a lengthy process and my upper cervical chiropractor says there's only a few doctors in the world who perform the intricate and highly specialized treatment which, of course, would be solely out of pocket. Luckily, he can recommend one in Utah, but that still a daunting venture. Step one is getting the multiple MRI's, which I'm told are also not likely covered by insurance.

Each day, while a challenge, is an opportunity to actively practice gratitude. There's so much for which to be grateful, both big and small, and I choose to focus on God's blessings. I am grateful for your thoughts, prayers and support to help me reach my goal of getting back to work. Thank you!!

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March 18, 2024

Lynn, sending prayers and positive thoughts for your recovery.

Susan Luski

March 15, 2024

this is for Lynn Knutson can you help her raise the funds for her care . I know Lynn a long time . She is a good friend - help her get the treatment she needs thanks

Joe Flocco

March 7, 2024

I’m praying for a speedy recovery. God bless you.
Please give if you can. Any amount will help.

Janette LoBianco