Dear friends and supporters,
I have some wonderful news to share with you all. In May, almost 5 years from the date of my injury, I graduated with my master’s degree in occupational therapy! I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your support. I know that I absolutely couldn’t have done this without your donation!
Unfortunately, spinal cord injury is a chronic condition that does not improve. It takes a toll on the body and I have experienced increasing health problems over the years. For this reason, I am asking you to think about donating again for the 5-year anniversary since my accident. I still have to complete 6 months of unpaid internships and pass a major board exam before I can work, which may be a year away. Then I will face the mystery of private health insurance and copays and the massive student debt I took on to get this degree.
A harrowing thought is the estimated lifetime cost for becoming paraplegic at age 25- over $2,000,000 for life or $68,000 a year (data from the Christopher Reeves Foundation). Your donations can shield me from many of these large expenses. Because this injury lasts a lifetime, I need to ask if you would make another donation for my 5-year anniversary.
If you are able and would like to continue to help, please consider a tax deductible contribution. All contributions are held by Help Hope Live in the Southwest Spinal Cord Injury Fund, and are administered by Help Hope Live for injury-related expenses only.
Thank you again for your support and allowing me to continue to thrive!
Sincerely,
Danielle Lancelot Watson
Check out my blog at: daniellelancelotwatson.wordpress.com
Guestbook
December 30, 2021
Danielle I hope you are doing well and this little bit helps you to live life! ❤️
Denise Ambrosini
January 12, 2020
Hi Danielle,
I hope this donation might help a little bit. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mom was so very proud of you.
Andrea Crowe
January 9, 2020
Thinking of you. Sorry for your loss.
Denise Ambrosini
January 9, 2020
Dear Danielle,
Please accept our donation in honour of your mom's/Diane's passing.
With love,
Lisa, Peter Lancelot - Leutenegger & family (Swiss cousins)
& Aunt Sally Lancelot - Phoenix, AZ
Lisa Lancelot - Leutenegger
January 27, 2019
Use it well!
Love,
Uncle Steve and Aunt Dee
Steve and Dee Ambrosini
June 21, 2017
Hi Danielle
In memory off your grandfather I couldnt think of a better place to make a donation. Wish it could be more but I hope it helps.Congratulations on all your accomplishments.
Denise and Marty Ambrosini
June 15, 2017
HI Danielle,
We are so sorry for your loss. Uncle Don was a kind and wonderful man. It gives us comfort knowing that all the 3 brothers are together again. Lots of love and support, your cousins in Switzerland
Lisa Leutenegger - Lancelot
June 10, 2017
In memory of your grandfather, Don Lancelot. I'm so sorry for your and your family's loss, Danielle.❤️
Andrea Crowe
June 6, 2012
Hey woman ....
It has been an absolute honor to work for u. Keep me posted on all ur stuff. You are such an inspiration.
Kim in Bend Oregon
December 25, 2011
Hey Danielle,
Its Nancy from Massapequa again....Just wanted to say hello again and let you know that its Christmas eve and I've been thinking of you~~~~
Merry Christmas honey!
Be well and stay positive....your mom and I spoke a few weeks ago....it was good to talk to her and get filled in on some things....Be well Danielle and stay positive and strong!
Love Nancy
Nancy K. Nee/Cain
December 7, 2011
I meant to leave my email address if any of the Lancelot's or Danielle, would care to contact me...
[email protected]
thanks~ and God Bless..
Nancy
Nancy
December 7, 2011
Hi Danielle,,
I don't know if you'll remember me,but I'm Nancy Cain from next door to your grandparents in Massapequa. Knew you a long time ago when you were a little bleach blonde baby and you used to come next door and visit all the time. Debbie, Doreen and Donna were fixtures in my life, and of course your mom, Diane... I'm sorry about your accident~ Can't even imagine. But from everything I'm reading about you..you are strong, resilient and determined to get better. I have chills reading all about you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during your recovery and in your life!!
Best Always~~ Love and hugs...Nancy
Nancy K. Nee/Cain
October 1, 2011
Danielle, I love your new picture !!!!!
Doreen
August 25, 2011
Danielle,
Hey! Hope you are settling in and working hard. = ) Miss you, think of you often. I can't seem to find you on fb. Maybe you can find me? I did find two fundraising sites for you and posted them on my fb wall. = ) Hang in there and look for the positives. *hugs*
Michelle Falls/ Littleton, CO
August 22, 2011
Dear Danielle,
Although we haven't met you, we have heard a lot about how wonderful you are from Dee and Steve. We work with Steve and heard about your terrible accident. They have told us that you are one determined and positive person and know that with these great strengths you can make great progress. We will continue to think positive thoughts as well for you and hope that you will achieve all of your goals to getting well. We hope to have the pleasure of meeting you one day. Keep strong and positive!
Larry, Kim and Palmer family
August 22, 2011
Hi Danielle,
I heard about your story at Vinaka's. I hadn't been there in a while and was sorry to hear about your fall. I work at a spinal cord injury recovery center called Project Walk, so your story definitely caught my attention. If you ever get a chance, check our website out or give us a call - we'd love to give you a tour if possible, or at least answer some questions and help you with resources. You seem to be doing well - which is awesome. Never give up hope! I've seen amazing things happen!
Very sincerely,
A Vinaka's fan,
Jes
www.projectwalk.org
Jes from Oceanside, CA
August 12, 2011
Danielle, I love u with all my heart. Keep fighting for this, I know u can do it. It's in you !!!!!
Love Aunt Doreen xoxoxoxo
Doreen Morgan/ New York
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